Olympus PEN-F vs Olympus 7000
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Olympus PEN-F vs Olympus 7000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 427g - 125 x 72 x 37mm
- Revealed January 2016
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 172g - 96 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched January 2009
- Also Known as mju 7000

Olympus PEN-F vs Olympus 7000 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus PEN-F vs Olympus 7000, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the PEN-F (20MP) and 7000 (12MP) and the PEN-F (Four Thirds) and 7000 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

The PEN-F was released 7 years later than the 7000 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus PEN-F being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 7000 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the PEN-F matches up vs the 7000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus PEN-F vs Olympus 7000 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN-F and Olympus Stylus 7000. The complete galleries are available at Olympus PEN-F Gallery and Olympus 7000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus PEN-F over the Olympus 7000
PEN-F | 7000 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 86 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+807k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus 7000 over the Olympus PEN-F
7000 | PEN-F |
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Common features in the Olympus PEN-F and Olympus 7000
PEN-F | 7000 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Olympus PEN-F vs Olympus 7000 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus PEN-F enjoys external dimensions of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Olympus 7000 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs).
See the Olympus PEN-F vs Olympus 7000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the PEN-F compared to the 7000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the PEN-F and 7000 is 84 and 94 respectively.

Olympus PEN-F vs Olympus 7000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the PEN-F and 7000.
To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The PEN-F featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Olympus PEN-F will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer PEN-F will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus PEN-F vs Olympus 7000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus PEN-F vs Olympus 7000 Specifications
Olympus PEN-F | Olympus Stylus 7000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus PEN-F | Olympus Stylus 7000 |
Otherwise known as | - | mju 7000 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2016-01-27 | 2009-01-07 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 81 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 37-260mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focus range | - | 2cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain) | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 427g (0.94 pounds) | 172g (0.38 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 72 x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") | 96 x 56 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 74 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 894 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLN-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds, custom) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $1,000 | $280 |