• 4/3 226.2mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600
  • APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 20.9 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Olympus E-P7 advantages over Nikon Z fc

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Nikon Z fc advantages over Olympus E-P7

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.22 vs 3.36 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Wider angle kit lens
    24 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene with the included lens
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    11.0 fps vs 8.7 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Both provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30

Olympus E-P7
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Fujifilm X-T30

Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $924
  • APS-C
  • Longer video battery life
  • Newer
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon Z fc vs Fujifilm X-T30

Compared to Fujifilm X-T200

Olympus E-P7
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Fujifilm X-T200

Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $924
  • APS-C
  • Newer
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon Z fc vs Fujifilm X-T200

Compared to Canon EOS M50 II

Olympus E-P7
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $627
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Canon EOS M50 II

Nikon Z fc
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $924
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Thinner
  • $627
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon Z fc vs Canon EOS M50 II

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30 II

Olympus E-P7
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II

Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $924
  • APS-C
  • Longer video battery life
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Internal flash

Compare Nikon Z fc vs Fujifilm X-T30 II

Compared to Nikon Z 30

Olympus E-P7
Nikon Z 30
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Nikon Z 30

Nikon Z fc
Nikon Z 30
  • $924
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Thinner
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon Z fc vs Nikon Z 30

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