Olympus PEN E-PL7 Black 2015
The 16MP Live MOS sensor and 3-axis in-body stabilization deliver sharp handheld stills, while the 81-point FAST AF system locks focus quickly in a body weighing just 309 grams. Its flip-down 3-inch touchscreen and built-in Wi-Fi make self-recording and instant sharing straightforward, wrapped in a stylish, compact build. This camera is best for vloggers and beginners who prioritize portability and simple operation over 4K video or weather sealing.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong display (85th percentile) 85th
- Strong social proof (85th percentile) 85th
- Strong af (76th percentile) 76th
- Strong stabilization (75th percentile) 75th
Cons
- Below average build (12th percentile)
- Below average sensor (13th percentile)
- Below average video (23rd percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 21 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | MOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 16.1 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
| Processor | TruePic VII |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 81 |
| AF Type | 81 |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 8 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
| 1080p FPS | 30 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
Build
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.7 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Olympus PEN E-PL7 | Sony Alpha a7R IIIA | OM System OM-1 | Fujifilm X-H1 | Nikon Z fc | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 16.1MP micro-four-thirds | 42.4MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds | 24.3MP aps-c | 21.5MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 81 | 399 | 1053 | 325 | 427 | 315 |
| Burst FPS | 8 | 10 | 10 | 100 | 11 | 75 |
| Video | 1080p | 4K @30fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @30fps | 4K @30fps | 6K @120fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | false |
| Weight (g) | 308 | 657 | 511 | 998 | 397 | 721 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympus PEN E-PL7 | 75.9 | 38.1 | 11.9 | 64.4 | 23.2 | 13 | 46 | 85.4 | 43.2 | 63.4 | 84.6 | 75.2 |
| Sony Alpha a7R IIIA Compare | 88.2 | 93.6 | 95.3 | 69.8 | 72.7 | 68 | 95.5 | 99.9 | 98.8 | 94.3 | 93.3 | 86.7 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 95.3 | 97.5 | 83.7 | 93.9 | 84.4 | 46.7 | 95 | 85.4 | 92 | 86.3 | 82.6 | 86.7 |
| Fujifilm X-H1 Compare | 82.6 | 93.6 | 98.3 | 95.8 | 68.7 | 93.1 | 46 | 85.4 | 81.2 | 68.4 | 84.6 | 91.8 |
| Nikon Z fc Compare | 90.2 | 87.9 | 91.2 | 73.7 | 72.7 | 86.6 | 92.5 | 85.4 | 62.7 | 94.3 | 69.4 | 86.7 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 Compare | 86.6 | 91.6 | 77.4 | 94.6 | 97.1 | 61.5 | 90.4 | 85.4 | 23.6 | 94.3 | 69.7 | 96.5 |
Price
Value & Pricing
B&H Photo 1 offer From CA$586
We started tracking prices for this product on May 29, 2026. The chart appears once we have more data.
Usage Scores
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