Nikon Z7 vs Olympus E-M10

In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon Z7 and Olympus E-M10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and E-M10 (16MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and E-M10 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The Z7 was manufactured 4 years later than the E-M10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the Z7 grades against the E-M10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 and Olympus OM-D E-M10. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 has physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M10 has specifications of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z7 and Olympus E-M10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z7 against the E-M10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z7 and E-M10 is 62 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 and E-M10.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z7 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will produce more detail due to its extra 30MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Z7 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.