X-A7vs Nikon D7500vs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
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Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
From £699
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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Which should you buy?
Beginner Fujifilm — X-A7 (2019): The most affordable X-mount entry — Fujifilm colour and film simulations with a large flip screen for beginners.
Sports, Travel & Dslr Shooters — Nikon D7500 (2017): The D500's BSI sensor in a compact, weather-sealed body — excellent high-ISO performance and DSLR reliability at a great price.
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
Who should buy what
X-A7 (2019)
- You want an affordable first mirrorless with decent video capabilities
- You shoot a lot of selfie-style content or vlog on a budget
- Note: no viewfinder and limited lens support — the X-T30 II is a better long-term investment
Nikon D7500 (2017)
- You're deeply invested in Nikon F-mount glass and aren't ready to switch systems
- You shoot wildlife or sport and still prefer an optical viewfinder response
- Note: consider the Z5 II or Z6 III if you're open to mirrorless for a future-proof investment
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- You want a lightweight, sealed camera for travel and outdoor photography
- You're new to Micro Four Thirds and want a capable mid-range body with excellent stabilisation
- Note: consider the newer OM-5 for updated specs in a similar compact form factor
Quick take: The x-a7 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x-a7 is the most affordable; only the nikon d7500, olympus om-d e-m5 iii are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-A7 (2019) | Nikon D7500 (2017) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £899 | £699 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Bayer, not X-Trans) | 20.9MP APS-C BSI CMOS (D500 sensor) | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.9MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast, 425 points | Multi-CAM 3500FX II, 51 points (15 cross-type) | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 8fps mechanical | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~440 shots (CIPA) | ~950 shots (CIPA with OVF) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 320g body only | 640g body only | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 118.0 × 80.6 × 55.2mm | 135.5 × 104.0 × 72.5mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.94× magnification | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.5" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon F-mount (DX) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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