Olympus PEN E-PL7 Black 2015
Sony Alpha ILCE6400M Black
What Buyers Say
Olympus PEN 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 Alpha ILCE6400M Black
The Sony a6400 is widely praised as a compact, lightweight mirrorless camera with excellent autofocus and image quality, making it a favorite among beginners and travel photographers. Users appreciate its portability, fast eye-tracking AF, and versatile features, though many note the lack of in-body image stabilization and the sometimes confusing menu system. Battery life is a common concern, with several recommending carrying spares. Overall, sentiment is strongly positive, with a few notable complaints about missing accessories and software issues.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent image quality
- Great for beginners
- Tilting touchscreen
Cons
- No in-body image stabilization
- Battery life could be better
- Menu system is confusing
- Kit lens quality is mediocre
- No headphone jack
Scores
Specifications
| Olympus PEN E-PL7 | Sony Alpha ILCE6400M | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Live MOS | Exmor CMOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 16.100000381469727 MP | 24.200000762939453 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | TruePic VII | BIONZ X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | 81 | Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF/contrast-detection AF) |
| Eye AF | — | ✓★ |
| Animal AF | — | ✗ |
| Subject Detection | — | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 8 fps | 11 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 8 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | — | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | — | ✓★ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 1080p | 4K★ |
| 4K FPS | — | 30 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 30 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 10-bit | — | ✗ |
| Log Profile | — | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codec | — | XAVC S |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 2.4M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.41 kg |
| Battery Life | — | 410 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓★ |
| USB | — | Micro USB |
| HDMI | — | Micro HDMI★ |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Olympus PEN E-PL7 Black 2015
- Strong display (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong af (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average build (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average sensor (16th percentile)16th %ile
Sony Alpha ILCE6400M Black
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong sensor (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average affordability (30th percentile)
Pricing
Olympus PEN E-PL7 Black 2015 offers 2.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 16 of 33 specs.
