Olympus E-P7 vs Sony NEX-3
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Olympus E-P7 vs Sony NEX-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced June 2021
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- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 297g - 117 x 62 x 33mm
- Announced June 2010
- Refreshed by Sony NEX-C3
Olympus E-P7 vs Sony NEX-3 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus E-P7 and Sony NEX-3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the E-P7 (20MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) and the E-P7 (Four Thirds) and NEX-3 (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-P7 was revealed 11 years after the NEX-3 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the E-P7 scores versus the NEX-3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-P7 vs Sony NEX-3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P7 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P7 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P7 over the Sony NEX-3
E-P7 | NEX-3 | |||
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Announced | June 2021 | June 2010 | Newer by 134 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 920k | Clearer display (+120k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Olympus E-P7
NEX-3 | E-P7 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-P7 and Sony NEX-3
E-P7 | NEX-3 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3.00" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Olympus E-P7 vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P7 has got physical dimensions of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3 has proportions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus E-P7 and Sony NEX-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the E-P7 against the NEX-3.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P7 and NEX-3 is 86 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-P7 vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P7 and NEX-3.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-P7 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Olympus E-P7 will offer greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern E-P7 provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Olympus E-P7 vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P7 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus PEN E-P7 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2021-06-09 | 2010-06-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Total lenses | 118 | 121 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.7 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 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, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 lbs) | 297 gr (0.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 69 x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 117 x 62 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 830 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 pictures | 330 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-50 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $800 | $0 |