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Brand | Olympus |
Model Name | Olympus E-PL7 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 16 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | Four Thirds |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-shift |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 60 seconds |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Exposure Control Type | Program, Shutter priority, Aperture priority, Automatic |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
About this item
- 16MP Live MOS Sensor
- 3-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization
- Built-In Wi-Fi
- 81 Point FAST AF with Small Target AF
- Expanded OI Share Capabilities
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Picture quality | — | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
Image stabilization | — | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.3 |
Auto focus | — | 4.1 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.5 |
Battery life | — | 4.4 | — | 4.0 | — | 5.0 |
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display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
lens type | Interchangeable | mirror-lens | Telephoto | Macro | Telephoto | — |
shooting modes | — | Silent Shooting | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Auto, Programmed AE, Aperture priority, Shutter-speed priority, Movie, Slow /amp; quick motion, Scene selection |
connectivity tech | Wi-Fi | HDMI, USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Micro HDMI, USB | USB, HDMI | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB | USB |
video resolution | FHD 1080p | 4K UHD 2160p | 4320p | 1080p | 2160p | 4K UHD 2160p |
optical zoom | 2 multiplier x | 3 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x | 1 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x | — |
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Auto Focus Technology | Center, Selective single-point, Face Detection, Tracking, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Live View, Contrast Detection, Touch |
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Display Resolution Maximum | 1037000 |
Photo Sensor Size | Four Thirds |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 16 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 16 MP |
Self Timer Duration | 12 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Fine |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-shift |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/250 sec |
Video Capture Format | mpeg-4;h.264;motion_jpeg |
Video Capture Resolution | FHD 1080p |
Video Standard | MPEG 4 |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | BLS-50 lithium-ion battery & charger |
Battery Weight | 45.3 Kilograms |
Battery Life | 350 Photos |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 8 |
Wireless Communication Technology | Yes |
Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Warranty & Support
Feedback
Lens Type | Interchangeable |
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Optical Zoom | 2 x |
Autofocus Points | 81 |
Compatible Mountings | Micro Four Thirds |
Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 25600 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 60 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | Program, Shutter priority, Aperture priority, Automatic |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
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Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Tilting |
Touch Screen Type | Yes |
Model Name | Olympus E-PL7 |
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Brand | Olympus |
Model Number | V205070BU000 |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #464,680 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1,306 in Mirrorless Cameras |
ASIN | B00MCWSZJM |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Camera Body & Accessories |
Processor Description | TruePic VII |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4.53 x 1.5 x 2.64 inches |
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Item Weight | 0.79 Pounds |
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CONNECT THE SHOTS
The E-PL7 is an interchangeable lens compact camera with a modern twist. It delivers the otherworldly image quality you expect from Olympus – no surprise there. But its built-in WiFi and upgraded Olympus Image Share app let you control the E-PL7 from your smartphone and post images instantly. Add unique features like a downward-opening touch screen, touch-screen shutter release and three-axis image stabilization – which make capturing fantastic self-portraits easier than ever – and creative tools like Art Filters (14 of them!), and you have a camera perfect for today’s hyper-connected world.
BEAUTY IS IN THE DETAILS
The E-PL7 features the same sophisticated core image processing technology – 16MP Live MOS CMOS sensor, TruePic VII processor and in-body three-axis image stabilization system – found in Olympus' acclaimed OM-D E-M10. Paired with the superior optics of one of the many available m. Zuiko lenses (more on them below), this technology captures every nuance of detail and color in your subjects. We’re not kidding – the image quality you can achieve with the E-PL7 will astound you.
MAKE YOUR SMARTPHONE AN EXTENSION OF YOUR CAMERA
The E-PL7 opens up a new world of improved self-portraits with a 180-degree downward-opening touch screen that keeps your hand away from the lens, customizable interval shooting (with on-screen countdown and autofocus recalibration after every shot), and e-Portrait mode (for smoother skin tones). Even better: the E-PL7's built-in WiFi turns your smartphone into an extension of your camera - giving you even more shooting options than ever before including complete control over your camera settings, remote control shooting and instant sharing via the OI.Share app.
SOPHISTICATED AUTOFOCUS FOR INCREDIBLE SPEED
Life moves fast – but the E-PL7 is faster. Its autofocus system is so quick you can take 8 frames per second at full resolution and every one will be sharp and clear. The 81-point AF grid covers the entire frame, allowing you to select the focus area that best matches the image you’re visualizing. And improved autofocus tracking enables you to pan on a moving subject and keep it sharp against a dramatically defocused background.
A BIGGER-THAN-EVER CREATIVE TOOLBOX
Olympus is known for the wide variety and extensive in-camera creative tools which puts them high on the fun factor. The E-PL7 will extend that reputation thanks to its 14 Art Filters – including the new Vintage and Partial Color filters – HDR and HDR bracketing modes, and the Focus Peaking feature, which highlights the exact point of the focal plane that’s precisely in focus. Another cool feature is the camera’s ability to convert individual images captured during interval shooting into striking time-lapse movies.
LOOKS TO MATCH THE LEGACY
As you might expect from the latest model in Olympus’s legendary PEN series, the E-PL7 wraps powerful photographic performance in an elegant skin. Faux leather wrapping and brushed metal accents recall legendary cameras in the original PEN series from the film days. But the amazing thing is that this compact, stylish camera provides the lens interchangeability and high-res image quality of a traditional DSLR system. Who says beauty is only skin deep?
SO MANY LENSES, SO LITTLE TIME
At Olympus, we’ve been expanding photographers’ system options for nearly 80 years. It seems hard to believe that such a small camera can handle 15 different m. ZUIKO lenses. You can choose among an impressive assortment of Micro Four Thirds fast primes, telephoto zooms and macros, or go minimalist with the 9mm fisheye or 15mm wide-angle body cap lens.
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Customers are positive about the quality, size and wifi of the digital camera. They mention that it produces great quality images, is a really capable camera for a point-and-shoot price, and that the WIFI functionality works ok. They also appreciate the style, saying that it's a decent and surprisingly elegant compromise. Customers are also satisfied with portability, and value. However, some customers are mixed on screen.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital camera. They say that it produces great quality images, is a remarkable camera in standard shooting modes, and is well worth the money. Customers also appreciate the vivid color and razor sharp detail, as well as the high resolution screen. The LCD screen on the back is clear and bright, providing a high-quality look at what the camera is able to produce.
"...Splendid color and razor sharp detail - a smaller sensor (as compared with DX or FX sized ones) so there is a BIT more noise at each ASA setting but..." Read more
"...2. The LCD screen on the back is clear and bright, providing a high-quality look at what your sensor sees. BIG step up from my previous camera...." Read more
"...But you get a really capable camera for a point-and-shoot price." Read more
"...Also, I like the higher resolution screen on the -7.5) WiFi remote control from smartphone - my iPhone works but connection is sporadic...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the camera. They mention that it is a compact camera with a pancake lens. They also appreciate the retro look and the ability to take photos with smal but powerful camera.
"...PROS: E-PL7 is a tad bigger but still small (for my hands at least). The LCD screen has been much improved, in terms of articulation and resolution...." Read more
"...Pros:- compact camera with pancake lens, not quite pocketable- easy to use once you set it up to your liking (which takes a while)-..." Read more
"The E-PL7 is a very handsome camera that is small enough and light enough to travel everywhere...." Read more
"...don’t even bother throwing this camera in a bag because it fits perfectly in my pocket with one lens attached, and I can throw 2-3 additional lenses..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the wifi functionality of the camera. They say it works well with the Olympus app on their iPhone, and it can serve as a WiFi transmitter so that they can connect their phone to it.
"...WiFi support works well (at least with Android phones) so you can download pictures from your camera to your phone, or even better, control your..." Read more
"...5. Sharing images right from the camera actually works great once you figure out the rules...." Read more
"...it primarily to do video shooting, and while not spectacular, it does the job well...." Read more
"...The camera can serve as a WiFi transmitter so you can connect your phone to it. To be at all useful, you have to be using the Olympus app...." Read more
Customers are impressed with the style of the camera. They say it's a decent and surprisingly elegant compromise, with a very neat LCD trick that allows you to tap the region of interest on the LCD, and splendid color and razor sharp detail.
"...Splendid color and razor sharp detail - a smaller sensor (as compared with DX or FX sized ones) so there is a BIT more noise at each ASA setting but..." Read more
"...2. The LCD screen on the back is clear and bright, providing a high-quality look at what your sensor sees. BIG step up from my previous camera...." Read more
"The E-PL7 is a very handsome camera that is small enough and light enough to travel everywhere...." Read more
"...around a view camera, so this little machine is a decent - and surprisingly elegant - compromise." Read more
Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They mention that the settings are varied and easy to navigate, and the live view shooting is fun. The LCD swings out and down, making it easy to compose selfies. Customers also say that the camera makes them want to go out and take photographs.
"...The LCD swings out and down, great for people wanting to compose selfies...." Read more
"...compact camera with pancake lens, not quite pocketable- easy to use once you set it up to your liking (which takes a while)-..." Read more
"...The tilting screen is a new thing for me. I find it easy to operate. It has a nice solid feel and appears that the hinge mechanism is built to last...." Read more
"...The bet part is that it makes you want to go out and take photographs. Good street photography contender." Read more
Customers like the portability of the digital camera. They say it's small and light enough to travel everywhere, and it' s not too hard to move. Some customers also mention that it isn't light or plasticky, and that there's no chance of accidentally moving it when the camera is hanging around their neck.
"Simply, the E-PL7 takes fantastic photos and is easy to carry around - not a pocket camera BUT MUCH more portable than DSLR!..." Read more
"...No chance of accidentally moving it when the camera is hanging around your neck. It's not too hard to move either. Really just right...." Read more
"...E-PL7 is a very handsome camera that is small enough and light enough to travel everywhere...." Read more
"...The E-PL7 is light, discreet, and very high quality...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the camera. They mention that it is an incredible camera for the money, has two great yet inexpensive kit lenses, and has a large selection.
"...Summary: Overall the EPL-7 is a winner. It is compact, has two great yet inexpensive kit lenses (14-42mm, 40-150mm) and a large selection of pro..." Read more
"...camera has a truckload of features- a very capable camera for the price-..." Read more
"...The price is also good." Read more
"...The E-PL7 is definitely worth the price!..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the screen of the digital camera. Some mention that the screen is a huge improvement from the previous model, while others say that it's difficult to see the LCD in the noon sun. The HDM output cannot show live-view, and the lack of a view finder can be a problem in full.
"...This is a real plus. The screen is a huge improvement from the previous model. The tilting screen is a new thing for me. I find it easy to operate...." Read more
"...included (this can be added at higher cost) in noon sun one cannot see the LCD. Camera has no silent shutter mode...." Read more
"...Push one button and you get a very handy screen that has all the important camera settings...." Read more
"...No remote cord needed.Cons:- lack of view finder can be a problem in full sunlight-..." Read more
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Splendid color and razor sharp detail - a smaller sensor (as compared with DX or FX sized ones) so there is a BIT more noise at each ASA setting but this is only obvious if you super zoom in Photoshop or some other image app.
Most of images below were taken with the kit lens (14-42mm IIR) - most shots were ASA 400-1000 with the night shot at 8000ASA. No touch up in Photoshop except for cropping RAW images and resizing to jpg. The kit zoom is wide enough for most situations (eq. 28mm) and while max zoom (eq. 84mm) is relatively sharp with minimal distortion. Small amount of vignetting is present on wide angle. Flaring only
obvious in night shots shooting directly into light source - otherwise good flare control.
Added two shots (my dog) taken with the Oly 45mm f1.8 fixed lens (International warranty) - great lens on a great camera. Also added a few outdoor shots (bark, ocean, berries, and moss covered trees) with the 12-40mm F2.8 (see my review on this beast).
PROS: E-PL7 is a tad bigger but still small (for my hands at least). The LCD screen has been much improved, in terms of articulation and resolution. The LCD swings out and down, great for people wanting to compose selfies. A pro-style rotary button has been added on the top of the camera to let you adjust one user-selected aspect of the camera (like F or shutter speed) just like the old days. Some of the buttons can be programmed to user functions allowing you to create a truly custom camera that fits your style of working. The new focus-peaking (shows areas in focus) is great, especially with manual focus lenses. Oly has also moved the tripod mount to be in line with the optical axis - if you do panoramas this will help in lining up multiple shots as rotation occurs at the image sensor. A very neat LCD trick where you can tap the region of interest on the LCD image and the camera focuses on that area AND takes the picture (without needing to hit the shutter switch). WiFi support works well (at least with Android phones) so you can download pictures from your camera to your phone, or even better, control your camera with your phone remotely, you can also geo-tag pictures using the GPS in your phone. The menu organization is a bit complex, BUT, with some practice, you can really customize this thing. There is a supermenu that has all the main controls in one screen but for some strange reason Oly hides this so you have to enable it. Should be default - take the time to enable it.
Cons: with no optical viewfinder included (this can be added at higher cost) in noon sun one cannot see the LCD. Camera has no silent shutter mode. Flash not built-in and adds to the size (wish Oly would make a black flash)! It would be nice if there were threaded bolt holes for the addition of bigger grip - with big lenses this camera is difficult to handle.
Summary: Overall the EPL-7 is a winner. It is compact, has two great yet inexpensive kit lenses (14-42mm, 40-150mm) and a large selection of pro lenses - Great small camera for walking around, street photos, but also with enough customizability to make it a serious tool.
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2015
Splendid color and razor sharp detail - a smaller sensor (as compared with DX or FX sized ones) so there is a BIT more noise at each ASA setting but this is only obvious if you super zoom in Photoshop or some other image app.
Most of images below were taken with the kit lens (14-42mm IIR) - most shots were ASA 400-1000 with the night shot at 8000ASA. No touch up in Photoshop except for cropping RAW images and resizing to jpg. The kit zoom is wide enough for most situations (eq. 28mm) and while max zoom (eq. 84mm) is relatively sharp with minimal distortion. Small amount of vignetting is present on wide angle. Flaring only
obvious in night shots shooting directly into light source - otherwise good flare control.
Added two shots (my dog) taken with the Oly 45mm f1.8 fixed lens (International warranty) - great lens on a great camera. Also added a few outdoor shots (bark, ocean, berries, and moss covered trees) with the 12-40mm F2.8 (see my review on this beast).
PROS: E-PL7 is a tad bigger but still small (for my hands at least). The LCD screen has been much improved, in terms of articulation and resolution. The LCD swings out and down, great for people wanting to compose selfies. A pro-style rotary button has been added on the top of the camera to let you adjust one user-selected aspect of the camera (like F or shutter speed) just like the old days. Some of the buttons can be programmed to user functions allowing you to create a truly custom camera that fits your style of working. The new focus-peaking (shows areas in focus) is great, especially with manual focus lenses. Oly has also moved the tripod mount to be in line with the optical axis - if you do panoramas this will help in lining up multiple shots as rotation occurs at the image sensor. A very neat LCD trick where you can tap the region of interest on the LCD image and the camera focuses on that area AND takes the picture (without needing to hit the shutter switch). WiFi support works well (at least with Android phones) so you can download pictures from your camera to your phone, or even better, control your camera with your phone remotely, you can also geo-tag pictures using the GPS in your phone. The menu organization is a bit complex, BUT, with some practice, you can really customize this thing. There is a supermenu that has all the main controls in one screen but for some strange reason Oly hides this so you have to enable it. Should be default - take the time to enable it.
Cons: with no optical viewfinder included (this can be added at higher cost) in noon sun one cannot see the LCD. Camera has no silent shutter mode. Flash not built-in and adds to the size (wish Oly would make a black flash)! It would be nice if there were threaded bolt holes for the addition of bigger grip - with big lenses this camera is difficult to handle.
Summary: Overall the EPL-7 is a winner. It is compact, has two great yet inexpensive kit lenses (14-42mm, 40-150mm) and a large selection of pro lenses - Great small camera for walking around, street photos, but also with enough customizability to make it a serious tool.
The following points are largely in order of how excited I was about them ;)
1. Geo-tagging made easy. The camera does not come with a built-in GPS, but it has built-in wifi, which means you can use the Olympus smartphone app to record a track and then transfer that to the camera. GPS locations are then automagically written into the metadata for each image.
2. The LCD screen on the back is clear and bright, providing a high-quality look at what your sensor sees. BIG step up from my previous camera. I've shot with this screen in broad daylight without any trouble. I think the harshest light - like in a desert at noon - might give it trouble, but then it tilts, which will help a lot. With the E-PL2 I often found that I needed the viewfinder (a separate purchase) but I haven't found that I even want it with this screen (yet!)
3. The LCD tilts! I had a Canon Powershot with a swiveling screen, and I found all kinds of uses for it (like shooting straight up at a cathedral ceiling without feeling like I'm going to fall over backward). I'm very glad to have a tilting screen again! The tilting mechanism is a little strange (to tilt down, you have to slide the screen down and then tilt it... it's odd), but once I figured it out the first time, it never gave me any more trouble.
4. The touch screen is nice, but not to-die-for. Touching is accurate and screen response is fast, as you'd expect in current-generation electronics. The two best uses for the touch screen are in the super control panel, where it shows you all your settings and you can touch to highlight the one you want to change, and for focusing, where you can touch the screen to select a focus point. It's also nice to be able to swipe through images in review mode.
5. Sharing images right from the camera actually works great once you figure out the rules. The biggest thing is that you can only transfer JPEG images (which was not noted in the quick-start guide provided with the camera) - so, shoot some Raw+JPEG mode for that. Then in the camera, select the images you want to transfer and tap the sharing button. A little green share icon shows up on each image. (You can also mark images one at a time as you scroll through them) Then connect the phone and open the Olympus app, and it prompts you to transfer the images. Images are then available in the photo gallery on the phone and can be shared like any other photo. Easy!
6. You can remote control the camera through the smartphone app. You have access to many settings, but not all. But it's good for group portraits, for example, where you can get in position, see how everything looks, hit the shutter, and then stick your phone in your pocket while the timer counts down. Or you could use it for wildlife at a feeder - set the camera up, then back off and use the remote trigger to shoot when the critters show up. Probably not something I'll get a lot of use out of, but it may come in handy once in a while.
Overall, I'm pleased with the image quality I'm getting, and very pleased with the faster auto-focus and generally more-responsive hardware. It's a little more awkward to hold than my older PEN, but I forgot about that as soon as I started shooting with it (as in, I noticed it when I was fooling around with it in the house, but out in the field I didn't even notice).
My biggest problem right now is that the new RAW format is not supported in Lightroom/Photoshop, and the Olympus codec for Windows has not been updated, so the only way to work with the RAW files is to use the software provided with the camera and export as TIFF for editing with another application.
Pros:
- compact camera with pancake lens, not quite pocketable
- easy to use once you set it up to your liking (which takes a while)
- same image quality as OM-D series cameras, much better than a phone camera
- camera has a truckload of features
- a very capable camera for the price
- uses the same batteries as the OM-D E-M10 Mark II, which I also have.
- image stabilization works well, I can get 3 stops on a good day.
- you can use a smart phone for remote control. No remote cord needed.
Cons:
- lack of view finder can be a problem in full sunlight
- definitely not the camera to use for action photography
- no builtin flash, but comes with tiny flash unit in the box
- menu system is complicated, some would say Byzantine
- only has one control dial for shutter speed/aperture/exposure compensation. Setting exposure can be a bit more time consuming.
Meh:
- screen flips down for selfies
- some of the Art/Scene modes are a bit silly
- video is not bad, but limited to 1080p 25/30 frames per second.
- 14-42 pancake kit zoom is a compromise: small when collapsed, but images are a bit soft in the corner.
I keep this little tripod attached. When folded away it's hardly noticable:
JOBY Micro Tripod for Point & Shoot Cameras - Ultra Portable Tripod That Fits In Your Pocket
This may not be the ideal camera to learn the basics of photography, the options are a bit overwhelming. But you get a really capable camera for a point-and-shoot price.