Nikon Z30 vs Olympus E-P7

Here, we are matching up the Nikon Z30 vs Olympus E-P7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the Z30 (21MP) and the E-P7 (20MP) is very close but the Z30 (APS-C) and E-P7 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The Z30 was launched 13 months later than the E-P7 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-P7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the Z30 matches up versus the E-P7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z30 and Olympus PEN E-P7. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Olympus E-P7 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z30 has got outside dimensions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Olympus E-P7 has specifications of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Examine the Nikon Z30 vs Olympus E-P7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Z30 vs the E-P7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z30 and E-P7 is 79 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z30 and E-P7.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z30 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z30 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher Z30 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.