Olympus E-P7 vs Panasonic G6
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Olympus E-P7 vs Panasonic G6 Key Specs
(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
- Released June 2021
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Launched April 2013
- Older Model is Panasonic G5
- Replacement is Panasonic G7
Photography Glossary Olympus E-P7 vs Panasonic G6 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus E-P7 vs Panasonic G6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-P7 (20MP) and G6 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-P7 was launched 8 years later than the G6 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the E-P7 scores vs the G6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-P7 Gallery & Panasonic G6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P7 over the Panasonic G6
| E-P7 | G6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2021 |  | April 2013 | Fresher by 99 months |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 1036k | Clearer screen (+4k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Olympus E-P7
| G6 | E-P7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Olympus E-P7 and Panasonic G6
| E-P7 | G6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3.00" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Both good for selfies | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Olympus E-P7 vs Panasonic G6 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-P7 has got external measurements of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G6 has specifications of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus E-P7 vs Panasonic G6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the E-P7 compared to the G6.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the E-P7 and G6 is 86 and 74 respectively.
Olympus E-P7 vs Panasonic G6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P7 and G6.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus E-P7 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher E-P7 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-P7 vs Panasonic G6 Specifications
| Olympus PEN E-P7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model type | Olympus PEN E-P7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2021-06-09 | 2013-04-24 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
| RAW files | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 121 | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Total lenses | 118 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Screen diagonal | 3.00 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,036 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.7 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | 10.50 m |
| Flash modes | 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, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | BLS-50 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 337g (0.74 pounds) | 390g (0.86 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 118 x 69 x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 61 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 639 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 360 pictures | 340 pictures |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BLS-50 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $800 | $750 |