Olympus PEN E-PL7 E-PL7 Black 2015
Sony a7R a7R V Black 2022
What Buyers Say
Olympus PEN E-PL7 E-PL7 Black 2015
The Olympus PEN E-PL7 is highly praised for its compact size, excellent image quality, and compatibility with Micro Four Thirds lenses. Users appreciate its effective image stabilization, touch screen, and ease of use for both casual and advanced photography. Some note the autofocus struggles with moving subjects and the battery door feels flimsy, but overall it is seen as a versatile and reliable camera.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight body
- Excellent image quality
- Effective image stabilization
- Touch screen for precise control
- Compatibility with Micro Four Thirds lenses
Cons
- Autofocus struggles with moving subjects
- Flimsy battery compartment door
- No built-in viewfinder
- Limited programmable buttons
Sony a7R a7R V Black 2022
The Sony A7R V is overwhelmingly praised for its 61MP sensor, exceptional autofocus, and improved ergonomics like the flip-out screen. Users highlight its hybrid photo/video capabilities and image stabilization, though some note the weight increase and lack of open-gate recording as minor drawbacks. Overall, it's considered a top-tier camera for professionals and enthusiasts.
Pros
- 61MP sensor with high detail
- Exceptional autofocus performance
- Improved ergonomics and flip-out screen
- Excellent image stabilization
- Great hybrid photo/video capabilities
Cons
- Slightly heavier than A7 IV
- No open-gate recording
- Large file sizes for 8K RAW
- Minor weight increase noticeable
Scores
Specifications
| Olympus PEN E-PL7 E-PL7 | Sony a7R a7R V | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | MOS | CMOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 16.100000381469727 MP | 61 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | TruePic VII | BIONZ XR |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | 81 | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 693 |
| Eye AF | — | ✓★ |
| Animal AF | — | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | — | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 8 fps | 10 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 7 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | — | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | — | ✓★ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 1080p | 8K★ |
| 4K FPS | — | 60 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 30 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 10-bit | — | ✓★ |
| Log Profile | — | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | — | H.265/XAVC HS, H.264/XAVC S, H.264/XAVC S-I |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 9.4M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.72 kg |
| Battery Life | — | 440 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓★ |
| USB | — | USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2★ |
| HDMI | — | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Olympus PEN E-PL7 E-PL7 Black 2015
- Strong display (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong af (77th percentile)
- Strong social proof (74th percentile)
- Below average build (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average sensor (12th percentile)12th %ile
Sony a7R a7R V Black 2022
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong evf (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 19 of 33 specs.