Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-P7
85 Imaging
52 Features
76 Overall
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86 Imaging
63 Features
84 Overall
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Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-P7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 420g - 122 x 69 x 37mm
- Launched October 2013
- Superseded the Olympus E-P3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 337g - 118 x 69 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2021

Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-P7 Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Olympus E-P5 versus Olympus E-P7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are designed by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the E-P7 (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

The E-P5 was released 8 years prior to the E-P7 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the E-P5 matches up versus the E-P7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-P7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P5 & Olympus PEN E-P7. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-P5 Gallery & Olympus E-P7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P5 over the Olympus E-P7
E-P5 | E-P7 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-P7 over the Olympus E-P5
E-P7 | E-P5 | |||
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Introduced | June 2021 | ![]() | October 2013 | Newer by 93 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer screen (+3k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Olympus E-P5 and Olympus E-P7
E-P5 | E-P7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Equal screen sizing |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-P7 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-P5 features outside dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Olympus E-P7 has specifications of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-P5 versus Olympus E-P7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the E-P5 compared to the E-P7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P5 and E-P7 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-P7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P5 and E-P7.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus E-P7 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-P5 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-P7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus E-P7 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P5 | Olympus PEN E-P7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-P5 | Olympus PEN E-P7 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-10-03 | 2021-06-09 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 118 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.00 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,037 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | 3:2 LCD capacitive touchscreen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames/s | 8.7 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO 100) | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync (1st or 2nd curtain), Manual (1/1 - 1/64) | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (2nd curtain), Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/320 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | BLS-50 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 420 grams (0.93 pounds) | 337 grams (0.74 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 69 x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 118 x 69 x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 895 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 360 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $389 | $800 |