Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus E-PL7

Below is a extensive analysis of the Olympus E-M1 versus Olympus E-PL7, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the E-PL7 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-M1 was launched 10 months earlier than the E-PL7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the E-M1 scores versus the E-PL7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Olympus PEN E-PL7. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL7 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1 provides external dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL7 has specifications of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-M1 versus Olympus E-PL7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the E-M1 vs the E-PL7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 and E-PL7 is 71 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1 and E-PL7.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older E-M1 will be behind in sensor innovation.