• 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 25.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • 4/3 226.2mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Panasonic GH6 advantages over Olympus E-P7

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Slower slow-motion
    240 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • High resolution composite
    Yes vs No
    Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • More dots on screen
    1840k vs 1037k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    25.2 vs 20.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    75.0 fps vs 8.7 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/16000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Olympus E-P7 advantages over Panasonic GH6

  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Longer video battery life
    80 vs 60 minutes
    Capture more video
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Thinner
    38 mm vs 99 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    337g vs 823g
    Lighter weight
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 200 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • 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

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera

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The Competition

Compared to Panasonic GH5

Panasonic GH6
Panasonic GH5
  • $2200
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Bigger JPEG buffer

Compare Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic GH5

Olympus E-P7
Panasonic GH5
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Longer video battery life
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Panasonic GH5

Compared to Panasonic G9

Panasonic GH6
Panasonic G9
  • $2200
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Newer
  • $1065
  • 4/3
  • Top deck display

Compare Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic G9

Olympus E-P7
Panasonic G9
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Longer video battery life
  • $1065
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Panasonic G9

Compared to Olympus E-M1X

Panasonic GH6
Olympus E-M1X
  • $2200
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Newer
  • $2240
  • 4/3
  • Built-in GPS
  • Longer video battery life

Compare Panasonic GH6 vs Olympus E-M1X

Olympus E-P7
Olympus E-M1X
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Internal flash
  • $2240
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Olympus E-M1X

Compared to Panasonic G95

Panasonic GH6
Panasonic G95
  • $2200
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $848
  • 4/3
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Internal flash

Compare Panasonic GH6 vs Panasonic G95

Olympus E-P7
Panasonic G95
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Thinner
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
  • $848
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Panasonic G95

Compared to Olympus E-M1 Mark III

Panasonic GH6
Olympus E-M1 Mark III
  • $2200
  • 4/3
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • Newer
  • $1649
  • 4/3
  • Longer video battery life
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compare Panasonic GH6 vs Olympus E-M1 Mark III

Olympus E-P7
Olympus E-M1 Mark III
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $1649
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder

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