The E-P7 from 2021 was the last PEN E-P body Olympus released before the brand transitioned to OM System, pairing a 20.3MP Live MOS sensor with 4.5-stop IBIS and a fully articulated touchscreen at 319g. No viewfinder, no 4K, no mic port. It offered the highest resolution of any PEN E-P camera and added Bluetooth, but skipping 4K in 2021 was a notable omission. A decent used-market still-photography body with a stylish profile. It replaces the Olympus PEN E-P5. At 319g, this is one of the lightest M43 bodies available, 219g below the M43 average of 538g. Step up to the Panasonic Lumix G100D if you want more controls at the cost of 14g extra.
Best for: Handheld and low-light photography
Pros
- 4.5-stop IBIS for handheld stability
Cons
- Contrast-detect AF only, slower on unpredictably moving subjects
- Not weather sealed
- No 4K video
Street and creative everyday
The PEN E-P7 is a compact, style-led body with a modern 20MP sensor and 5-axis IBIS, plus built-in creative tools like Profile Control for in-camera colour. It suits street and everyday shooters who want a small, attractive camera that still delivers current image quality and stabilisation. Full guide →
Travel
At 319g with IBIS and a 20MP sensor, it is an easy travel companion that pairs naturally with small primes and pancake zooms. It has no viewfinder, relying on the tilting rear screen, but the stabilisation and recent sensor make it the most capable body in this used-PEN group. Full guide →
Specifications
| Body | |
| Brand | Olympus |
| Status | discontinued |
| Released | 2021-06 |
| Weight | 319g |
| Dimensions | 122.4 × 62.4 × 39.9mm |
| Weather sealed | No |
| Screen | Fully articulated |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Sensor | |
| Description | 20.3MP Live MOS |
| Megapixels | 20.3MP |
| Resolution | 5184 × 3888 |
| Viewfinder | |
| EVF | No |
| Stabilisation | |
| IBIS | Yes |
| IBIS stops | 4.5 stops |
| Dual IS | No |
| Autofocus | |
| Phase detect | No |
| Subject recognition | No |
| Shooting | |
| Video | |
| 4K | No |
| 4K 60fps | No |
| Log | No |
| Ports & storage | |
| Card slots | 1 |
| Card type | SD UHS-I |
| HDMI | micro |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Mic port | No |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Battery | BLS-50 |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | N/A |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Olympus PEN E-P7 have IBIS?
Yes. The Olympus PEN E-P7 has in-body image stabilisation rated at 4.5 stops.
Is the Olympus PEN E-P7 weather sealed?
No. The Olympus PEN E-P7 does not have weather sealing. Take care in rain or dusty conditions.
Does the Olympus PEN E-P7 shoot 4K video?
No. The Olympus PEN E-P7 does not record 4K video.
Does the Olympus PEN E-P7 have phase-detect autofocus?
No. The Olympus PEN E-P7 uses contrast-detect autofocus. It is slower to lock on to moving subjects than phase-detect systems.
What card does the Olympus PEN E-P7 use?
The Olympus PEN E-P7 has 1 card slot and accepts SD UHS-I cards.
How much does the Olympus PEN E-P7 weigh?
The Olympus PEN E-P7 weighs 319g (body only, with battery and card).
What did the Olympus PEN E-P7 replace?
The Olympus PEN E-P7 replaces the Olympus PEN E-P5. It improves on AF system, sensor performance, and video capabilities compared to its predecessor.