• 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200
  • 4/3 226.2mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Sony A7C advantages over Olympus E-P7

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Larger sensor
    35mm 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
    ~ 5.93 vs 3.36 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Longer video battery life
    115 vs 80 minutes
    Capture more video
  • 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
  • More pixels
    24.2 vs 20.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Olympus E-P7 advantages over Sony A7C

  • Lens selection
    Excellent vs Good
    Better lens selection gives you more options
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • More telephoto lens reach
    84 mm vs 60 mm
    Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Thinner
    38 mm vs 59 mm
    Thinner
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/250 vs 1/160 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • Lighter weight
    337g vs 509g
    Lighter weight
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

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

  • 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

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The Competition

Compared to Sony A9

Sony A7C
Sony A9
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $2997
  • 35mm
  • Higher max flash sync
  • Dual card slots

Compare Sony A7C vs Sony A9

Olympus E-P7
Sony A9
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $2997
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Sony A9

Compared to Canon EOS RP

Sony A7C
Canon EOS RP
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Wider angle kit lens

Compare Sony A7C vs Canon EOS RP

Olympus E-P7
Canon EOS RP
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Canon EOS RP

Compared to Sigma fp

Sony A7C
Sigma fp
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $1623
  • 35mm
  • Thinner
  • More dots on screen

Compare Sony A7C vs Sigma fp

Olympus E-P7
Sigma fp
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $1623
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Sigma fp

Compared to Nikon Z5

Sony A7C
Nikon Z5
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • NFC
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Dual card slots

Compare Sony A7C vs Nikon Z5

Olympus E-P7
Nikon Z5
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Internal flash
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Nikon Z5

Compared to Nikon Z6 II

Sony A7C
Nikon Z6 II
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Top deck display

Compare Sony A7C vs Nikon Z6 II

Olympus E-P7
Nikon Z6 II
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-camera panoramas
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Olympus E-P7 vs Nikon Z6 II

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