Olympus E-PL7 vs Panasonic ZS25

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-PL7 versus Panasonic ZS25, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PL7 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is pretty similar but the E-PL7 (Four Thirds) and ZS25 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL7 was introduced 21 months later than the ZS25 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the E-PL7 grades against the ZS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL7 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL7 features physical measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-PL7 versus Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the E-PL7 and the ZS25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL7 and ZS25 is 86 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL7 and ZS25.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The E-PL7 contains the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The more modern E-PL7 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.