Key Features
Sep 01 2014
Announced
16 megapixels
Resolution
| Brand | Olympus |
| Sensor Type | Four Thirds |
| Sensor | CMOS |
| Weight | 357g |
| MSRP | $599USD |
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Overview of the PEN E-PL7
Whether you're an aspiring photographer or simply looking for a high-quality camera to capture life's precious moments, the Olympus PEN E-PL7 is a great choice. This mirrorless camera combines top-of-the-line features and technology with a compact design that's perfect for on-the-go shooting. In this review, we'll take a closer look at the Olympus PEN E-PL7, highlighting its standout features and sharing our thoughts on its overall performance. So, let's dive in and see what this camera has to offer!
Olympus PEN E-PL7 Pros and Cons
Now, we will look more closely at our review of the Olympus PEN E-PL7 camera. We will see what it can do and compare it to other cameras like it. We will tell you what's good about it and what's not so good. This way, you'll know if it's the camera for you!
Pros
Cons
Build and Construction
Body and dimensions
Olympus PEN E-PL7
| Weather sealed | |
| Dimensions | 115 x 67 x 38mm |
| Weight | 357g |
| Thickness | 38mm |
Weather Sealing
The Olympus PEN E-PL7 is not sealed against water and dust, so it's important to be careful when using it in such conditions. If you often shoot in environments with water or dust, it's recommended to check out another camera with weather sealing.
Design and Handling
Main design features
| View Finder | Electronic (optional) |
| Screen Type | Tilting |
| Screen Resolution | 1,037k dots |
| Body type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Suitable for:
| Photography | Above Avg. |
| Videography | Above Avg. |
| Travel | Above Avg. |
LCD Screen
This camera has a tilting 3.00" screen, with a display resolution of 1,037k dots. This makes the Olympus PEN E-PL7 not as suitable for those looking for a vlogging camera as you cannot view yourself while shooting selfies easily. The camera also features a touch screen, which adds to its ease of use.
Viewfinder
PEN E-PL7 includes a electronic (optional) viewfinder with no electronic viewfinder of resolution with a coverage of n/a and a magnification of n/a. This feature enhances the camera's suitability for outdoor photography in bright conditions.
Image Quality
Olympus PEN E-PL7 has a 16MP sized CMOS sensor. You can shoot at maximum resolution of 16 pixels. Olympus PEN E-PL7 has a native ISO range of 100 - 25600 which can be boosted to null - null. It can also save files in RAW format which gives you a wider room for post processing.
Key Features
Sep 01 2014
Announced
100 - 25600
ISO Range
| Sensor | Four Thirds |
| Extended ISO | null - null |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 pixels |
DXO Sensor Scores
Overall
72 / 102
Color Depth
22.7 / 26.5
Dynamic Range
12.4 / 14.8
Low Light ISO
873 / 4505
DXO mark sensor scores
The DXOmark rankings indicate that the Olympus PEN E-PL7 camera has above average color depth performance, which refers to the number of colors the sensor can distinguish. Additionally, its dynamic range is also above average, allowing it to retain low amounts of details in both bright and dark areas of a scene. The camera's low light ISO performance is poor, which is an important factor to consider if you plan to use it in dimly lit indoor environments or at night. Overall the image quality of the PEN E-PL7 is average
Crop Factor
Camera crop factor (or focal length multiplier) refers to how a camera's sensor size affects the apparent field of view of a lens. Crop factor is determined by comparing the size of a camera's sensor to that of a full-frame sensor, which is a standard reference size for camera sensors.
Size comparison
Crop factor calculator
Crop factor
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Full frame equivalent
24mm
This camera: Four Thirds
24mm
Connectivity, storage, battery
| Storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Battery Life | 350 shots |
| Battery Model | BLS-50 |
| HDMI | |
| USD | |
| Wireless Connectivity |
Storage
The Olympus PEN E-PL7 supports SD/SDHC/SDXC card with 1 slots for storage. This may suffice for everyday use. However, for professional applications such as wedding photography, it is not recommended as a memory card malfunction could lead to the loss of all footage.
Battery
The Olympus PEN E-PL7 uses the BLS-50 model of battery pack. This is rated for 350 shots shots which is high. If you intend to take photos or record videos for an extended period, it might be a good idea to bring along additional batteries.
Photography Features
Flash
The Olympus PEN E-PL7 does not have a built-in flash, but it does offer a flash shoe that allows you to attach external flashes. This provides more versatility in your lighting choices.
Shutter
The Olympus PEN E-PL7 boasts a maximum mechanical shutter speed of 1/4000s, which is ideal for shooting fast-moving subjects in bright environments, such as in sports photography. Faster shutter speeds enable you to freeze the action and capture every detail, making it easier to get the perfect shot.
With a continuous mechanical shutter speed of n/a or an electronic shutter speed of n/a, this camera is not capable of capturing the perfect moment more easily, making it not as suited for wedding, sports, and wildlife photography. Higher shutter speeds make it easier to capture fast-paced action, ensuring that you never miss the perfect shot.
Autofocus
The Olympus PEN E-PL7 includes contrast detection autofocus (AF), with 81 number of focus points.
While contrast detection is generally more accurate and precise, phase detection autofocus is faster and more effective in most situations, particularly when photographing moving subjects.
Phase detection autofocus works by dividing the incoming light into pairs and then analyzing how they intersect on the camera's sensor. This method allows the camera to determine not only if a subject is in focus but also the direction and distance needed to adjust the focus to achieve perfect sharpness.
On the other hand, contrast detection autofocus works by analyzing the contrast of an image and adjusting the focus until the highest contrast is detected. While this method is very accurate, it can be slow, especially in low light conditions or when photographing moving subjects.
FAQ
The Olympus PEN E-PL7 features a CMOS sensor
No the PEN E-PL7 does not have weather sealing.
The Olympus PEN E-PL7 was announced on Sep 01 2014
Yes the PEN E-PL7 does have in-body image stabilization that can compensate for camera shake, making it easier to shoot handheld in low light conditions.
The PEN E-PL7 has a native ISO range of 100-25600, which can be expanded to ISO null-null for even greater sensitivity in low light conditions.
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