Olympus PEN E-PL7 Black 2015
Nikon Zf Blue 2023
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
Nikon Zf Blue 2023
The Nikon Zf is overwhelmingly praised for its retro design, build quality, and modern performance, especially autofocus and low-light capability. Users love the tactile dials and the joy it brings to photography, often calling it a 'fun' camera. Common complaints include the lack of a battery charger, insufficient grip ergonomics, and the unreliable SnapBridge app. Overall, it's seen as a near-perfect blend of classic aesthetics and cutting-edge technology.
Pros
- Retro design
- Excellent autofocus
- Great image quality
- Solid build quality
- Fun to use
Cons
- No battery charger included
- Poor grip ergonomics
- Unreliable SnapBridge app
- Limited programmable buttons
- Focus peaking accuracy
Scores
Specifications
| Olympus PEN E-PL7 | Nikon Zf | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Live MOS | CMOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 16.100000381469727 MP | 24.5 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | TruePic VII | EXPEED 7 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | 81 | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 273 |
| Eye AF | — | ✓★ |
| Animal AF | — | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | — | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 8 fps | 14 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 30 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | — | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | — | ✓★ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 1080p | 4K★ |
| 4K FPS | — | 60 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 30 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 10-bit | — | ✓★ |
| Log Profile | — | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codec | — | H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 3.7M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.63 kg |
| Battery Life | — | 380 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓★ |
| USB | — | USB-C★ |
| 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
Nikon Zf Blue 2023
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average affordability (24th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 19 of 33 specs.
