Olympus E-P1 vs Olympus 7010

Following is a extended assessment of the Olympus E-P1 vs Olympus 7010, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-P1 (12MP) and the 7010 (12MP) is relatively similar but the E-P1 (Four Thirds) and 7010 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The E-P1 was released within a month of the 7010 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the E-P1 scores versus the 7010 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P1 and Olympus Stylus 7010. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-P1 Gallery and Olympus 7010 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P1 has got outside measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Olympus 7010 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-P1 vs Olympus 7010 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-P1 versus the 7010.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-P1 and 7010 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P1 and 7010.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The E-P1 has the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh less difficult.