Olympus E-P7 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here is a thorough assessment of the Olympus E-P7 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the E-P7 (20MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the E-P7 (Four Thirds) and NEX-C3 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-P7 was introduced 9 years later than the NEX-C3 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 going in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-P7 grades against the NEX-C3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P7 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P7 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P7 comes with outside measurements of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Sony NEX-C3 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-P7 vs Sony NEX-C3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the E-P7 versus the NEX-C3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-P7 and NEX-C3 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P7 and NEX-C3.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-P7 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Olympus E-P7 will render more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent E-P7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.