Olympus E-P7 vs Olympus E-PM1

Below is a detailed analysis of the Olympus E-P7 versus Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are sold by Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-P7 (20MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-P7 was introduced 9 years later than the E-PM1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the E-P7 grades against the E-PM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P7 & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P7 Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-P7 provides external measurements of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM1 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the E-P7 versus the E-PM1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P7 and E-PM1 is 86 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The photograph below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P7 and E-PM1.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus E-P7 to render greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher E-P7 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.