Olympus E-P7 vs Olympus E-PL5
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Olympus E-P7 vs Olympus E-PL5 Key Specs
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- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Display
- 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
- Announced June 2021
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- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Launched September 2012
Olympus E-P7 vs Olympus E-PL5 Overview
Below is a in-depth overview of the Olympus E-P7 versus Olympus E-PL5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are sold by Olympus. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the E-P7 (20MP) and E-PL5 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-P7 was unveiled 8 years later than the E-PL5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the E-P7 matches up against the E-PL5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-P7 vs Olympus E-PL5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P7 and Olympus PEN E-PL5. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P7 Gallery and Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P7 over the Olympus E-PL5
E-P7 | E-PL5 | |||
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Launched | June 2021 | September 2012 | More recent by 107 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL5 over the Olympus E-P7
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Common features in the Olympus E-P7 and Olympus E-PL5
E-P7 | E-PL5 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.00" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Olympus E-P7 vs Olympus E-PL5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-P7 has got external dimensions of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL5 has sizing of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).
See the Olympus E-P7 versus Olympus E-PL5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the E-P7 compared to the E-PL5.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P7 and E-PL5 is 86 and 88 respectively.
Olympus E-P7 vs Olympus E-PL5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specs. The photograph here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P7 and E-PL5.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus E-P7 to resolve extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger E-P7 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Olympus E-P7 vs Olympus E-PL5 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P7 | Olympus PEN E-PL5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-P7 | Olympus PEN E-PL5 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2021-06-09 | 2012-09-17 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 118 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.7 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
Flash options | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | BLS-50 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 pounds) | 325 gr (0.72 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 69 x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 889 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 pictures | 360 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-50 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $800 | $400 |