Olympus PEN E-PM1 (with 14-42mm lens, Silver)
If you're looking for a step-up model that's still pretty compact, the Olympus PEN E-PM1 is a solid, affordable choice.
Reviews
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CNET Review
The Good: The Olympus PEN E-PM1 has a relatively compact and appealing design, and operates similarly enough to a point-and-shoot that upgraders needn't be intimidated. Plus it's priced aggressively.
The Bad: If you're picky, the image and video quality may not completely satisfy you.
The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a step-up model that's still pretty compact, the Olympus PEN E-PM1 is a solid, affordable choice.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 95 reviews of Olympus PEN E-PM1 from international magazines and websites.
The Verdict: Experts rate this product 78/100 and users 85/100. Comparing these reviews to 125860 other Digital SLR Cameras reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 93/100 = Excellent.
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tech2.in.com
Review Summary: Mirrorless compact cameras are worth considering if you want DSLR-like photo quality without the bulk. There are many options out there, with the most basic models priced almost the same as entry-level DSLR cameras, which is close to Rs.28,000. Olympus...
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t3.com
Review Summary: The Olympus E-PM1 interchangeable lens camera is the cheapest Olympus Pen so far, but does it bring enough to the table to take on its rivals?
The Verdict: Available in black, white, silver, dark brown or purple, the Olympus E-PM1 shares a degree of retro charm with its Pen predecessors. And, while it eschews some of their built-to-last chunkiness, there will be many who prefer the more streamlined...
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digicambuyer.co.uk
Review Summary: The small and stylish PEN E-PM1 is packed with great features that belie its price point
The Verdict: The E-PM1 is an excellent CSC, coupling stylish looks with great features. It’s the perfect step up from a compact, offering every feature you could want
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cameralabs.com
Review Summary: The Olympus PEN Mini E-PM1 is one of the most affordable mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras (ILCs) to date. It was announced in June 2011 alongside the mid-range E-PL3 and flagship E-P3, and like all Olympus PEN cameras, is based on the Micro Four...
The Verdict: The Olympus PEN Mini E-PM1 fills a gap in the PEN range that until now really only catered for enthusiast photographers. Rather belatedly, Olympus has woken up to the fact that equipping it's Micro Four Thirds bodies with auto exposure modes isn't...
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expertreviews.co.uk
Review Summary: There are three compact system cameras (CSCs) in the current Olympus range. They all share the same sensor and image processor, but differ in terms of features, size and weight. The first two are successors to previous models, in name at least, with...
The Verdict: It's far from perfect, but its low price makes the E-PM1 a brilliant step up from a compact or ultra-zoom camera
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digitalcamerainfo.com
Review Summary: The Olympus E-PM1 is the entry point into the company's 2011 interchangeable lens PEN lineup, complementing the higher-end E-PL3 and E-P3 options. The E-PM1, also known as the PEN Mini, is the smallest and most affordable of the group, but it retains...
The Verdict: Ever since Olympus unveiled their 2011 PEN camera lineup, eyes have been on the so-called “PEN Mini,” the E-PM1. It’s the cheapest, most compact PEN yet, but still comes with an image sensor that is nearly identical to Olympus’ top of the line E-P3....
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reghardware.co.uk
Review Summary: Review The Olympus PEN Mini is a no-fuss, interchangeable lens camera created for the casual photographer that wants the respectable image quality of a Micro Four Thirds system at the price and size of a compact.
The Verdict: With the E-PM1 Olympus has released a sexy, versatile, pocketable camera that manages to bring increased ease-of-use to the PEN family without sacrificing the creative and technical performance of its more expensive models. This is a camera that will...
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dpreview.com
Review Summary: The classically-styled PEN series of Micro Four Thirds interchangeable lens cameras has given Olympus the opportunity to draw attention to the small, popular half-frame models that it produced in its film heyday. But it wasn't just the size and style...
The Verdict: The Olympus PEN E-PM1 offers good image quality and manual control in a small, compact body. The E-PM1 offers nearly the same level of customization as its siblings which should appeal to enthusiast shooters, but for compact upgraders it is easy to use...
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pcadvisor.co.uk
The Verdict: If you’re stepping up from a standard compact camera you'll feel quite at home with the PEN mini, and love its enhanced image quality, but DSLR users may well find it somewhat frustrating to use.
Price Range: $399.00 - $499.95
- Olympus
- V206011SU000
General
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Product TypeDigital camera - Mirrorless system
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Enclosure ColorSilver
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Resolution12.3 megapixels
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3D TechnologyYes
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Optical Sensor TypeLive MOS
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Total Pixels13,100,000 pixels
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Effective Sensor Resolution12,300,000 pixels
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Optical Sensor Size13.0 x 17.3mm
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Field of View Crop Factor2
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Sensor Dust ReductionYes
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Sensor FeaturesSupersonic Wave Filter (SWF)
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Image ProcessorTruePic VI
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Image StabilizerOptical (image sensor shift mechanism)
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Auto FocusTTL contrast detection
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Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty35
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AE/AF ControlSubject-tracking AF
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Digital Video FormatAVI, AVCHD, MJPEG
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Image Recording FormatJPEG, MPO, RAW, RAW + JPEG
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Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
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AV InterfacesHDMI, Composite video/audio
Exposure & White Balance
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Light SensitivityISO 200-12800, ISO auto (200-12800)
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Exposure MeteringMulti-segment, Center-weighted, Spot
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Exposure Metering Zones324
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Exposure ModesProgram, Bulb, Automatic, Shutter-priority, Manual, Aperture-priority
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Shooting ProgramsCandle, Night scene with portrait, E-portrait, Sports mode, Sunset, Beach/snow, Landscape-portrait, Anti shake, Panorama assist, Night scene, Low key, High key, Fisheye converter, Macro converter, Fireworks, Children, Macro, Document, Nature macro, Portrait mode, Landscape
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Special EffectsPortrait, I-Enhance, Muted, Vivid, Diorama, Soft Focus, Monotone, Black & White, Sepia, Grainy Film, Pop Art, Pin Hole, Dramatic Tone, Natural
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White BalanceAutomatic, Presets, Custom
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White Balance PresetsDaylight, Overcast, Tungsten light, Shade, Fluorescent, Flash, 2000K - 14000K
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Max Shutter Speed1/4000 sec
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Min Shutter Speed60 sec
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Exposure Compensation±3 EV range, in 1, 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
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White Balance BracketingYes
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X-sync Speed1/160 sec
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Exposure RangeEV 0-20 ( ISO 100 )
Lens System
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Type3 x x Zoom lens - 14 mm - 42 mm - F/3.5-5.6 Micro Four Thirds
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Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera28 - 84 mm
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Focus AdjustmentManual, Automatic
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Min Focus Range9.8 in
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Max View Angle75 degrees
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Zoom AdjustmentManual
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Lens Construction7 groups / 8 elements
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Filter Size37 mm
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Lens System MountingMicro Four Thirds
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FeaturesAspherical lens, MSC technology
Camera Flash
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Camera FlashDetachable flash
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Guide Number (m / ISO 100)10
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Flash ModesRear curtain sync, Fill-in mode, Slow synchro, Auto mode, Flash OFF mode, Red-eye reduction
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FeaturesWireless off-camera control, Flash +/- compensation, AF illuminator
Additional Features
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Continuous Shooting Speed5.5 frames per second, 4.1 frames per second
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Self Timer Delay2 sec, 12 sec
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Flash TerminalHot shoe
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Additional FeaturesIntelligent AUTO (iAUTO), Display color control, Display brightness control, In-camera red-eye fix, 1080i Full HD movie recording, Audio recording, Eye-Fi Card Ready, PRINT Image Matching, Resizing an image, Cropping an image, Shadow Adjustment Technology, Saturation control, In-camera RAW processing, Exif Print support, AF lock, Full-time Live View, DPOF support, Face detection, RGB primary color filter, Built-in speaker, AE lock, Auto power save, Digital noise reduction, Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording, Histogram display, Digital image stabilization (video mode), Built-in help guide, Sharpness control, Contrast control, USB 2.0 compatibility, Eye Detect AF
Display
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Type3 in LCD display
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Display FeaturesBuilt-in
Microphone
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Microphone Operation ModeStereo
Connections
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Connector Type1 x Hi-Speed USB, 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x HDMI output
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Memory Card SlotSD card
Viewfinder
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Viewfinder TypeNone
System Requirements for PC Connection
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Peripheral DevicesUSB port, CD-ROM drive
Miscellaneous
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Microsoft CertificationsCompatible with Windows 7
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Included AccessoriesBattery charger, USB cable, Lens cap, Shoulder strap, Dust cap, Body cap, Audio / video cable
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Body MaterialMetal
Software
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SoftwareOlympus Viewer 2, Drivers & Utilities, [ib] software
Battery
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Supported Battery1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Memory / Storage
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Supported Memory CardsSDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card
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Image StorageRAW 4032 x 3024 - 13.8 MB, JPEG 4032 x 3024 - 5.9 MB, JPEG 4032 x 3024 - 2.7 MB, JPEG 2560 x 1920 - 1.1 MB, JPEG 1024 x 768 - 0.3 MB
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Video CaptureAVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 17Mbps, AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 13Mbps, AVCHD - 1280 x 720 - 17Mbps, AVCHD - 1280 x 720 - 13Mbps, MJPEG - 1280 x 720, MJPEG - 640 x 480
Dimensions & Weight
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Width4.3 in
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Depth1.3 in
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Height2.5 in
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Weight7.6 oz
Environmental Parameters
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Min Operating Temperature32 °F
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Max Operating Temperature104 °F
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