Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic GF7
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Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic GF7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 420g - 122 x 69 x 37mm
- Released October 2013
- Replaced the Olympus E-P3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Released February 2015
- Succeeded the Panasonic GF6
- Updated by Panasonic GF8
Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic GF7 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-P5 was launched 16 months prior to the GF7 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the E-P5 grades against the GF7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic GF7 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-P5 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P5 over the Panasonic GF7
E-P5 | GF7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF7 over the Olympus E-P5
GF7 | E-P5 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | October 2013 | Newer by 16 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1037k | Clearer display (+3k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-P5 and Panasonic GF7
E-P5 | GF7 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic GF7 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-P5 comes with outside measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Panasonic GF7 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic GF7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the E-P5 versus the GF7.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-P5 and GF7 is 85 and 90 respectively.
Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic GF7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P5 and GF7.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged E-P5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic GF7 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-P5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-10-03 | 2015-02-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | 3:2 LCD capacitive touchscreen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames per sec | 5.8 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO 100) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync (1st or 2nd curtain), Manual (1/1 - 1/64) | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/320 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 420g (0.93 lb) | 266g (0.59 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 69 x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | 230 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $389 | $308 |