Olympus PEN E-PL7 Mirrorless Camera
The Olympus E-PL7 is a 16MP Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera — with 1080p video and in-body stabilization. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus E-PL7
Key Features — Olympus E-PL7
16MP MFT CMOS Sensor: Micro Four Thirds format sensor delivers a 2x crop factor, keeping the camera body and compatible lenses compact and lightweight.
TruePic VII Processor: Olympus's image processor handles noise reduction, color rendering, and JPEG output at speed.
3-Axis Sensor-Shift IBIS: In-body image stabilization compensates for camera shake on any attached lens, including older manual-focus glass.
3-Inch Tilting Touchscreen: The 1,037,000-dot touchscreen tilts downward for selfie-angle shooting, making it well-suited for self-portraiture and vlogging.
81-Point Contrast AF: Contrast detection autofocus covers the frame with 81 selectable points for flexible subject placement.
8fps Burst Shooting: Captures up to 8 frames per second, useful for tracking fast-moving or unpredictable subjects.
Camera Specifications — Olympus E-PL7
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Mirrorless |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds (MFT) |
| Resolution | 16MP |
| Processor | TruePic VII |
| ISO Range | 200 – 25600 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 81-point |
| Max Photo Resolution | 4608x3456 |
| Burst Rate | 8 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 1080p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
Description — Olympus E-PL7
The Olympus PEN E-PL7 is a Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera with a 16MP sensor and TruePic VII image processor, delivering a maximum still resolution of 4608x3456 pixels. The camera's sensor-shift IBIS system compensates for camera shake in-body, benefiting any compatible lens attached. Shooting flexibility is enhanced by a burst mode reaching 8fps, and color output can be tailored using Standard, Vivid, or Muted picture profiles.
The native ISO 200–25600 range accommodates a wide variety of lighting situations. Video recording tops out at 1080p with frame rate options of 30fps, 25fps, and 24fps in 8-bit color. The signature feature of the E-PL7's design is its 3.0-inch, 1,037,000-dot tilting touchscreen, which flips down for easy selfie-style shooting.
Built-in Wi-Fi enables wireless connectivity, while the metal body keeps overall dimensions compact at 115 x 67 x 38mm and weight at just 357g. Storage is handled via SD, SDHC, or SDXC cards, and an FL-LM1 external flash is included in the box.
Pros — Olympus E-PL7
- ✓In-body sensor-shift stabilization (IBIS) helps reduce camera shake without needing stabilized lenses
- ✓3.0-inch tilting touchscreen with 1,037,000-dot resolution makes self-shooting and off-angle framing straightforward
- ✓Fast burst shooting at up to 8fps for capturing moving subjects
Cons — Olympus E-PL7
- ✗No viewfinder — the viewfinder specs show null values, leaving the rear LCD as the sole composition method
- ✗Video is capped at 1080p/30fps with only a Standard color profile and 8-bit recording
- ✗ISO minimum is 200, which is higher than many competitors and limits flexibility in bright conditions
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Olympus EPL7 camera review — Michromatic