Name: Olympus PEN E-P7
Brand: Olympus

Technical Specifications of Olympus PEN E-P7

Overall score

6.4

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.

When it matters: When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.

Sensor & Image

6.7

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Sensor size

What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.

When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: Full frame or larger

Main camera megapixels

What it is: The effective resolution of the camera sensor, measured in megapixels (MP). Higher megapixels can capture more detail.

When it matters: When you want high-resolution photos that allow more cropping or larger prints.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 20 MP

Main camera pixel size

What it is: The physical size of individual pixels on the camera sensor, measured in micrometers. Larger pixels typically capture more light for better low-light performance.

When it matters: When you shoot in low light and want reduced noise in your photos.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 3.5 µm

Base ISO

What it is: The native ISO setting that delivers the sensor’s standard balance of image quality and dynamic range.

When it matters: When you want the best native image quality and compare cameras at their most optimal sensitivity setting.

Importance: LOW

Max ISO

What it is: The ISO ceiling shows the highest sensor sensitivity available for darker scenes.

When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least ISO 25,600

Photo Features

6.6

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Lens mount

What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which interchangeable lenses the camera can use.

When it matters: When lens availability, upgrade options, and long-term system compatibility are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Micro Four Thirds

Built-in focus motor

What it is: Indicates whether the camera body includes an internal autofocus motor for driving compatible lenses.

When it matters: When you plan to use older or budget lenses that depend on the camera body for autofocus drive.

Importance: LOW

N. of focus points

What it is: The total number of selectable autofocus points available for positioning and tracking focus.

When it matters: When you want more flexibility in placing focus precisely or tracking subjects across the frame.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 200 points

Phase-detection autofocus (photos)

What it is: Autofocus technology that measures phase differences to lock focus quickly and accurately for still photography.

When it matters: When you want faster and more reliable autofocus for still photos, especially with moving subjects.

Importance: HIGH

AF tracking

What it is: An autofocus mode that continuously follows a moving subject to keep it sharp during shooting.

When it matters: When your subjects move unpredictably and you need the camera to keep focus on them automatically.

Importance: MEDIUM

Video & Audio

6.2

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Max video resolution

What it is: The highest video resolution the camera can record, defining the maximum level of captured image detail.

When it matters: When you care about recording the highest level of detail for cropping, editing, or future-proof video work.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 3840 px

Video bitrate

What it is: The amount of video data recorded per second, which affects file size and potential recording quality.

When it matters: When you compare potential video quality and want fewer compression artifacts in demanding scenes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 200 Mbps

Video bit depth

What it is: The number of bits used per color channel in recorded video, affecting gradation smoothness and editing flexibility.

When it matters: When you color grade video and want smoother gradients with fewer banding issues.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 10-bit

Video chroma subsampling

What it is: The color sampling format used in video recording, indicating how much color detail is retained relative to brightness detail.

When it matters: When color grading, keying, or serious post-production work is important in your video workflow.

Importance: LOW

Video codecs

What it is: The video compression formats the camera can use when recording, affecting compatibility, efficiency, and workflow.

When it matters: When compatibility, editing performance, and file efficiency matter in the way you handle video.

Importance: LOW

H.264

Display & Design

6.7

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Type

What it is: The camera type identifies the overall design, such as mirrorless, DSLR, compact, or bridge.

When it matters: When you want a camera style that matches how you shoot, carry, and swap lenses.

Importance: LOW

mirrorless

Weight

What it is: The total weight of the camera body, which affects comfort while carrying and shooting.

When it matters: When you carry the camera all day, travel often, or prefer a lighter setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 500 g or less

Width

What it is: The width of the camera body, measured from side to side.

When it matters: When compact packing, grip comfort, or bag fit matters to you.

Importance: LOW

Height

What it is: The height of the camera body, measured from top to bottom.

When it matters: When you care about how compact the camera feels in a bag or in hand.

Importance: LOW

Thickness

What it is: The depth of the device profile, excluding the camera bump unless specified.

When it matters: When you prefer a sleek, slim profile that slides easily into tight pockets.

Importance: LOW

Battery & Power

5.5

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Battery life (CIPA)

What it is: The official battery endurance estimate measured under CIPA test methodology, usually expressed in shots per charge.

When it matters: When you need realistic expectations for how many shots you can take before carrying a spare battery.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 400 shots

Battery capacity

What it is: The amount of electric charge the battery can hold, measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).

When it matters: When you want a general idea of how large the battery is physically.

Importance: LOW

Good value: At least 1,500 mAh

Removable battery

What it is: Indicates whether the flight battery can be removed and swapped by the user.

When it matters: When you want to swap batteries quickly between flights.

Importance: LOW

USB Power Delivery (PD)

What it is: Support for the USB Power Delivery standard for higher-power charging or external power supply over USB-C.

When it matters: When you want faster USB-C charging or the ability to power the camera externally for longer sessions.

Importance: LOW

Connectivity & Storage

5.9

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Wi-Fi connectivity

What it is: Indicates whether the camera has built-in Wi-Fi for image transfer, remote control, or network features.

When it matters: When you want to transfer photos wirelessly, control the camera from a phone, or use supported network workflows.

Importance: LOW

Wi-Fi version

What it is: The specific generation of Wi-Fi standards supported (e.g., Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 7), determining maximum speed and efficiency.

When it matters: When you have a high-speed router and want faster downloads with less congestion.

Importance: LOW

Bluetooth connectivity

What it is: Indicates whether the camera supports Bluetooth for pairing, remote control, or file transfer.

When it matters: When you want quick wireless pairing with a phone, remote control, or location syncing.

Importance: LOW

Bluetooth version

What it is: The Bluetooth version supported by the camera for wireless pairing and low-power connections.

When it matters: When you want more efficient wireless pairing, better range, or newer Bluetooth features.

Importance: LOW

USB Type-C

What it is: A modern, reversible connector used for charging, data transfer, and sometimes audio or video output.

When it matters: When you want a reversible cable that handles charging, data, and accessories universally.

Importance: LOW

Olympus PEN E-P7 vs the average camera

Why is Olympus PEN E-P7 better than the average camera?

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In-body stabilization
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
5-axis in-body stabilization.
What it is: A stabilization system that physically moves the image sensor to reduce shake during handheld shooting.
When it matters: When you often shoot handheld and want sharper results at slower shutter speeds without relying only on lens stabilization.
Importance: MEDIUM
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
19,200 higher max ISO
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a higher max ISO than the average camera (25,600 vs 6,400). The average camera reaches a max ISO of 6,400.
What it is: The ISO ceiling shows the highest sensor sensitivity available for darker scenes.
When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: At least ISO 25,600
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a higher max ISO than the average camera (25,600 vs 6,400). The average camera reaches a max ISO of 6,400.25,600 vs 6,400
Human eye AF
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports human eye-detection AF, the average camera does not.
What it is: Autofocus detection designed to identify and prioritize human eyes for portrait and action shooting.
When it matters: When you shoot portraits, weddings, or events and want the camera to prioritize people’s eyes automatically.
Importance: LOW
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports human eye-detection AF, the average camera does not.
98 more AF points
Olympus PEN E-P7 has more focus points than the average camera (121 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
What it is: The total number of selectable autofocus points available for positioning and tracking focus.
When it matters: When you want more flexibility in placing focus precisely or tracking subjects across the frame.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: At least 200 points
Olympus PEN E-P7 has more focus points than the average camera (121 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.121 vs 23
Supports slow-motion video
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
Supports up to 120 fps high-speed video.
What it is: The ability to record at high frame rates so motion can be played back more slowly than real time.
When it matters: When you want to emphasize fast action, movement details, or dramatic moments in playback.
Importance: LOW
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
Sensor cleaning system
Olympus PEN E-P7 includes a sensor cleaning system, the average camera does not.
Supersonic Wave Filter.
What it is: A built-in mechanism designed to remove or reduce dust particles from the image sensor surface.
When it matters: When you change lenses often and want to reduce the chance of dust spots appearing on your images.
Importance: LOW
Olympus PEN E-P7 includes a sensor cleaning system, the average camera does not.
1920 px higher video resolution
Olympus PEN E-P7 records higher-resolution video than the average camera (3,840 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
What it is: The highest video resolution the camera can record, defining the maximum level of captured image detail.
When it matters: When you care about recording the highest level of detail for cropping, editing, or future-proof video work.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: At least 3840 px
Olympus PEN E-P7 records higher-resolution video than the average camera (3,840 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.3840 px vs 1920 px
3.4x higher video bitrate
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a higher video bitrate than the average camera (102 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
What it is: The amount of video data recorded per second, which affects file size and potential recording quality.
When it matters: When you compare potential video quality and want fewer compression artifacts in demanding scenes.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: At least 200 Mbps
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a higher video bitrate than the average camera (102 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.102 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
Has a touchscreen
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a touchscreen, the average camera does not. 36.6% of cameras support touchscreen input.
2 more customizable buttons
Olympus PEN E-P7 has more customizable buttons than the average camera (2 vs 0). The average camera offers 0 customizable buttons.
14.7% lighter
Olympus PEN E-P7 is lighter than the average camera (337 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
19,200 higher max ISO
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a higher max ISO than the average camera (25,600 vs 6,400). The average camera reaches a max ISO of 6,400.
Sensor cleaning system
Olympus PEN E-P7 includes a sensor cleaning system, the average camera does not.
8 newer
Olympus PEN E-P7 is newer than the average camera (2021 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
4.1 MP higher resolution on the main camera
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a higher main camera resolution than the average camera (20.3 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a main camera resolution of 16.2 MP.
In-body stabilization
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
Human eye AF
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports human eye-detection AF, the average camera does not.
98 more AF points
Olympus PEN E-P7 has more focus points than the average camera (121 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
1,770 s longer maximum exposure
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports a longer maximum exposure than the average camera (1,800 s vs 30 s). The average camera supports a longest shutter speed of 30 s.
3 fps faster mechanical burst
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a faster mechanical burst rate than the average camera (8.7 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera shoots at 5.7 fps.
Lossless compressed RAW
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports lossless compressed RAW, while the average camera does not.
Supports touch autofocus
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports touch autofocus, the average camera does not. 34.9% of cameras support touch autofocus.
0.5 stops higher CIPA stabilization rating
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a higher CIPA stabilization rating than the average camera (4.5 stops vs 4 stops). The average camera has a CIPA stabilization rating of 4 stops.
Supports slow-motion video
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
1920 px higher video resolution
Olympus PEN E-P7 records higher-resolution video than the average camera (3,840 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
3.4x higher video bitrate
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a higher video bitrate than the average camera (102 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
Supports timecode
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports timecode, the average camera does not.
Clean HDMI output
Olympus PEN E-P7 offers clean HDMI output, the average camera does not.
Built-in timelapse
Olympus PEN E-P7 includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
Supports 24p cinema mode
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports 24p cinema mode, the average camera does not. 44% of cameras support this mode.
30 shots longer battery life
Olympus PEN E-P7 has longer battery life than the average camera (360 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
Has Bluetooth
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports Bluetooth, the average camera does not. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports Wi-Fi, the average camera does not. 47.8% of cameras support Wi-Fi.
Smartphone remote control
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports smartphone remote control, the average camera does not. 46.2% of cameras support smartphone remote control.

Connectivity & Storage

Why is Olympus PEN E-P7 worse than the average camera?

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Lower RAW bit depth
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports lower RAW bit depth than the average camera (12-bit vs 14-bit). The average camera supports 14-bit RAW capture.
Smaller sensor
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a smaller sensor than the average camera (four thirds vs APS-C).
Lower DxOMark portrait score
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a lower DxOMark portrait score than the average camera (21.5 vs 23.0). The average camera scores 23.0.
301 points lower DxOMark Sports score
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a lower DxOMark sports score than the average camera (541 points vs 842 points). The average camera has a DxOMark sports score of 842 points.
Worse low-light autofocus
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (2 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.
Worse low-light autofocus
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (2 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.
What it is: The lowest light level at which the autofocus system is rated to work reliably.
When it matters: When you shoot in dim environments and need autofocus that still locks confidently after dark.
Importance: MEDIUM
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (2 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.2 vs -4
Lower RAW bit depth
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports lower RAW bit depth than the average camera (12-bit vs 14-bit). The average camera supports 14-bit RAW capture.
What it is: The number of bits used to encode color and tonal information in RAW files captured by the camera.
When it matters: When you heavily edit RAW photos and want more tonal information for aggressive adjustments.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: At least 14-bit
Olympus PEN E-P7 supports lower RAW bit depth than the average camera (12-bit vs 14-bit). The average camera supports 14-bit RAW capture.12-bit vs 14-bit
Smaller sensor
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a smaller sensor than the average camera (four thirds vs APS-C).
What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.
When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: Full frame or larger
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a smaller sensor than the average camera (four thirds vs APS-C).four thirds vs APS-C
Lower DxOMark portrait score
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a lower DxOMark portrait score than the average camera (21.5 vs 23.0). The average camera scores 23.0.
What it is: The DxOMark portrait score, representing measured color depth performance of the sensor.
When it matters: When accurate color depth and smooth tonal transitions matter for portraits or subtle color work.
Importance: LOW
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a lower DxOMark portrait score than the average camera (21.5 vs 23.0). The average camera scores 23.0.21.5 vs 23.0
301 points lower DxOMark Sports score
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a lower DxOMark sports score than the average camera (541 points vs 842 points). The average camera has a DxOMark sports score of 842 points.
What it is: The DxOMark low-light score, reflecting how well the sensor performs at higher sensitivities.
When it matters: When low-light sensor performance is especially important for the way you shoot.
Importance: MEDIUM
Olympus PEN E-P7 has a lower DxOMark sports score than the average camera (541 points vs 842 points). The average camera has a DxOMark sports score of 842 points.541 points vs 842 points
2.41x more expensive
Olympus PEN E-P7 is more expensive than the average camera (£700 vs £290).
Olympus PEN E-P7 is more expensive than the average camera (£700 vs £290).£700 vs £290

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Olympus PEN E-P7?

Extremely compact, lightweight, and stylish rangefinder-inspired design
Excellent 20MP sensor with great color reproduction and sharpness
Effective 5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS)
Intuitive dual control dials and dedicated color profile control dial
High-quality JPEG results with good creative modes (Live Composite, etc.)
Tilting LCD screen useful for street photography
Built-in pop-up flash

What customers dislike about Olympus PEN E-P7?

Plastic build quality feels budget rather than premium compared to older PEN models
Uses Micro-USB port instead of modern Type-C
No built-in electronic viewfinder (EVF)
Aggressive noise reduction at high ISO
Small buttons and 4-way controller can be fiddly

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