Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon Z7 and Olympus E-M1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and E-M1 (16MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and E-M1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The Z7 was released 4 years later than the E-M1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z7 scores vs the E-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 and Olympus OM-D E-M1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Olympus E-M1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 comes with exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Olympus E-M1 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon Z7 and Olympus E-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Z7 vs the E-M1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 and E-M1 is 62 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 and E-M1.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z7 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z7 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern Z7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.