Olympus E-PL7 vs Panasonic 3D1

Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-PL7 versus Panasonic 3D1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the E-PL7 (16MP) and 3D1 (12MP) and the E-PL7 (Four Thirds) and 3D1 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL7 was introduced 2 years after the 3D1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PL7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the E-PL7 matches up vs the 3D1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL7 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL7 comes with exterior measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PL7 versus Panasonic 3D1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the E-PL7 vs the 3D1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL7 and 3D1 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The image below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL7 and 3D1.

All in all, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL7 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Olympus E-PL7 will give more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher E-PL7 provides a benefit in sensor technology.