Olympus PEN E-P7 - [The FIRST camera from OMDS!]

Olympus Pen E-P7 is the first camera from OMDS. In this first impression video, I give thoughts about the new Pen E-P7 camera.

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⏱Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:32 Disclaimer
00:45 Look & Feel
01:21 Usability
01:52 Do you Have any Crucial features
03:35 Customizability
04:03 Why number 7?
04:56 Sample Images
05:35 Color/Mono Switch
06:09 Specifications
06:22 Why this camera?
07:05 What did I like about it?
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[elleporidae]

The E-P7 is obviously for the entry-level market. And while this specific camera might not be for me, the fact that it exists and will be released is at least a hopeful sign for us still waiting on a Pen F II (or a premium/advanced rangefinder-style body from Olympus).

I do hope that this alarming trend of doing plastic bodies doesn't translate to it 🙈 I'm pretty sure most of us wouldn't mind the extra weight for the solid build. The meager "weight savings" certainly isn't worth it if we are to read the several freak accidents of E-M5 III bottom plates cracking from merely being attached to tripods/clamps. I'm still clinging to my E-M5 II because of it. That thing is built like a tank. Fujifilm has been very tempting, if not for the lack of IBIS. Still waiting from Olympus though, albeit impatiently.

[JoshuaFernandez]

I love my E-P5. It is a awesome daily camera that is easy to pick up because its so portable. I was excited when I had the EV-4 on it at first, but I slowly turned around and left it off most days. It just didn't make it pocketable anymore and I could be fine without it, especially after getting used to shooting with the screen tilted and from the hip. I don't think an EVF is necessary if you are open to new shooting styles, as there is not only 1 way to take a picture. This camera actually matches my shooting style with the PEN series.

[DanniPortillo]

I really love the design of this camera is so gorgeous

[tonysanchez]

If this had an EVF, I would buy it in a hearbeat. The lack of EVF is a total showstopper for me. I was stupid to sell my Pen-F, which I had bought for cheap a few years ago.

[shenZ]

This product is “well” designed, without the EVF . For those who need an EVF you already have a compact E-M5 Miii. This E-P7 will be a perfect companion, a second camera for Olympus E-M1 Mark 2/Mark 3 and E-M5 Mark 3 users

[matthiasglanznig]

It's good to see them release a new MFT camera! Just not sure there's enough reason to get it, if you already have a comparable model. Especially since there are so many great deals for slightly older Olympus models these days. It would take more to really pique my interest in getting something new. And yeah, the lack of EVF is a deal-breaker for me too when it comes to photography.

[valdiskrebs]

This is a street photography camera—with the great Mono/Color dial! 👍 Big difference on the street if you raise a camera to your eye(EVF), or use the flip-up screen to be more discrete. People react much differently if you are looking at them with a camera in front of your face. Flip up is screen better for the street than Pen-F’s fully articulating screen which is good for other situations. This is a carry-everywhere street/event camera that will use the smaller Olympus lenses you already have.

[MrHasherd]

Interesting, thanks Peter. I totally agree on the essential need for an evf. Cheers.

[orangorill]

Had high hopes for this camera, it looks great, but it basically repeats all the mistakes with the E-M5.3. Plastic body, micro-USB, cropped 4k. Then it adds a few of its own, removing the EVF and the mic port. I supposed Panasonic might surprise us with an amazing successor to the GX9, but as of right now the Fuji X-E4 looks more and more like the only choice if you're looking for a compact, affordable, well built and full featured RF style camera. If only it had IBIS too.

[GB]

I like it. I have preferred smaller cameras for some years and am well used to using the rear screen so don't require an EVF. This ticks all the boxes for me. I'll be buying one a little later in the year. [Have to wait for my birthday!]

[c.augustin]

Crucial feature? EVF. I don't understand why they canceled the option for the VF-4 (this was already done by Olympus itself, this is not really an "OMDS" camera). Well, you addressed that already. I don't think that this model will make any difference for OM-D cameras (I don't see a target group, but this might be only me).

[MichaelGerrard]

I love the look of this model, I was so hopeful... But it is just a ranger finder style E-M10 IV. Why not use the guts of the E-M5 III for this?

[johnfallows]

Just can't understand the lack of an EVF. There are so many weather conditions when the rear screen is difficult to use.

[neilcousineau]

Thanks for the review. I’ve never owned an EP camera I have the original EPL 1 and XZ 1 both of which can be used with EVF. For me a EVF built in or attachment is a must. The XZ1 although old is a great camera, customizable, flip screen, EVF. and very VERY pocketable.

[sstansmf]

Thanks Peter! In my 6 year experience with E-PL2/3 cameras is that for amateur and travelling photography EVF does not matter much. In bright light LCD allows to frame the picture and control where AF is focused. I just more concentrated on the subject looking at it straight - not through EVF or LCD. I used 14-42 kit lens always open and did not care about DoF because it is large enough at open aperture. So that user experience with Pen cameras in its simplified version is excellent because the user doesn't have many choices.

[thegreatvanziniphotos]

I have just the vf 2's for my pen lp's. They've already been lifesavers in the short time ive had them.

[mrammm]

I love the size and look! I wish it had phase detect auto focus, would have been perfect for vlogging with its size and weight

[faisalee]

I had The awesome PenF used it for few years and then sold it eventually! Miss it every single day. This looks like a beauty and I might get one:)

[Teeum]

I stay with my Pen-F though I liked the look of the E-P7 at first glance. And I love having an in build flash - but the more often I use an EVF... so, the E-P7 is not made for me.
Great, that this camera has a tilting screen.

[leadwhite]

It looks like a decent upgrade to me as an e-pl9 owner. I am very sensitive to weight, and by the spec sheet this camera appears to be 50g lighter, and 100G (25%) lighter than a pen-f. Better sensor, better stabilization and USB charging. The lack of a viewfinder really doesn't bother me, but I do wish it had phase detection. I'd much rather have this than a Panasonic g100.