Panasonic Lumix G100 vs OM System Olympus PEN E-P7
OM System Olympus PEN E-P7 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The Lumix G100 is the better pick for vlogging; the Olympus PEN E-P7 is better for travel, astrophotography, a film look.
Choose the Lumix G100 for
- faster bursts (10fps vs 8.7fps)
Choose the Olympus PEN E-P7 for
- better low-light performance
- a lighter body (337g vs 352g)
- a lower price (from £179)
- in-body image stabilisation
- a newer design (2021)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Lumix G100 | Olympus PEN E-P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds, 20.3MP | Micro Four Thirds, 20.3MP |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Released | 2020 | 2021 |
| Burst | 10 fps | 8.7 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 25,600 | 25,600 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | In-body |
| Video | 4K 30p (crop) | 4K 30p |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Weight | 352 g | 337 g |
| Battery | Panasonic DMW-BLG10E | OM System BLS-50 |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | No longer sold new | Check retailers |
| Used at MPB | £234–259 | £179–469 |
| Native lenses in our database | 22 (8 third-party) | 22 (8 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | Olympus PEN E-P7 |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | Olympus PEN E-P7 |
| Vlogging & video | Lumix G100 |
| Vintage / film look | Olympus PEN E-P7 |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
Both cameras use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so lenses move between them. Batteries: Panasonic DMW-BLG10E (about £50) vs OM System BLS-50 (about £54).
Lumix G100 compatible lenses → · Olympus PEN E-P7 compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Panasonic Lumix G100 better than the OM System Olympus PEN E-P7?
It depends on your priorities. The Lumix G100 offers faster bursts (10fps vs 8.7fps); the Olympus PEN E-P7 offers better low-light performance, a lighter body (337g vs 352g), a lower price (from £179).
Which is better for video, the Lumix G100 or the Olympus PEN E-P7?
They are closely matched for video (4K 30p (crop) vs 4K 30p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the Lumix G100 or the Olympus PEN E-P7?
The Lumix G100 costs No longer sold new new and from £234 used at MPB; the Olympus PEN E-P7 costs Check retailers new and from £179 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Panasonic Lumix G100 lenses on the Olympus PEN E-P7?
Yes. Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount.