Olympus PEN E-P1 12.3 MP Micro Four Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with 17mm f/2.8 Lens and Viewfinder (Silver)
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Manufacturer: OlympusModel: Silver w/ 17mm Lens
Color: silver
Product features:
- 12.3-megapixel interchangeable lens digital camera; Micro Four Thirds format
- Includes 17mm f/2.8 lens and Olympus optical viewfinder
- In-body Image Stabilization; 3-inch HyperCrystal LCD with Live View function
- Record HD video with high-quality audio; in-camera creative features (for still images and video)
- Capture images and video to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
- Olympus BC-2 Body Cap for E-P1 Micro Four Thirds Digital SLR Camera
- Olympus LR-2 Rear Lens Cap for Olympus Lenses
- Olympus LC-37 Front Lens Cap for Olympus 17mm f/2.8 Lens
- Olympus 11-22mm f/2.8-3.5 Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens for E1, E300 & E500 Cameras
- Olympus FL-50R Electronic Flash for Olympus Digital SLR Cameras
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Olympus PEN E-P1 12.3 MP Micro Four Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with 17mm f/2.8 Lens and Viewfinder (Silver)
Customer Review: Bringing Fun Back to Photography
Summary: 5 Stars
The Olympus E-P1 is a camera you just want to pick up and begin using. Styled after the PEN cameras of yesteryear, Olympus did a great job making the E-P1/E-P2 look "retro", while still retaining plenty of functionality in the digital age. There are some subtle differences between the two different models from what I have read; the E-P1 is a little more basic, while the E-P2 has support for an accessory port under the hot shoe (electronic viewfinder, external mics, etc.). As far as picture quality goes, both units are purported to be identical. Now that some time has passed since the introduction of the E-P1, there are additional newer models in the PEN lineup to consider. In fact, as of the date of this updated review (2/2011), Olympus considers the E-P1 camera a "discontinued product."
But don't worry, the E-P1 is still more than capable of holding its own, discontinued or not. The color rendition of JPG files straight from the camera is amazing. (As an amateur photographer, I don't bother with RAW files, so I can't comment on that aspect.) The primary reason that I went with this model was to have a great travel camera that did not sacrifice quality for size. In fact, I have sold off my Nikon dSLR setup in favor of the E-P1. The included 17mm kit lens replicates a ~35mm field of view (2.0x crop factor). The included VF-1 viewfinder has markings to correspond to the 17mm lens, and is just a piece of glass inside some plastic that slips onto the hot shoe. There is nothing displayed in the VF-1, so if you want something fancier you would do better getting an E-P2 or newer model that supports the VF-2 electronic viewfinder.
One downside: If you want a flash unit you have some decisions to make, as there is no built-in flash. The Olympus FL-14 is styled to match the E-P1 and E-P2 cameras, but flash output is somewhat pathetic, with no bounce function. The next step up would be an Olympus FL-36R or third-party Nissin di466 flash, both of which are far larger (practically the same size as the camera itself) and have more output & bounce capability.
Overall, the E-P1 has a few quirks (sometimes frustrating menu system, no built in flash) but these alone shouldn't stop you from getting this excellent camera.
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Description of Olympus PEN E-P1 12.3 MP Micro Four Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with 17mm f/2.8 Lens and Viewfinder (Silver)
ULTRA CONVENIENCE, MEGA FUNCTIONALITYThe E-P1 is the world's smallest 12.3-mexapixel interchangeable lens system camera, yet has the creative flexibility to give you a true professional experience with ease. A still photo, video and audio recorder in one, the E-P1 creates exceptional photos, inventive slide shows, and remarkable videos both for personal use or for posting on many of today's social networking websites. It delivers professional quality images without the bulk of a conventional DSLR, thanks to its slim body and advanced high-speed imager AF (Live View) technologies. The lens mount diameter has been reduced, enabling the use of smaller, lighter interchangeable lenses that perform at the same level as larger DSLR lenses. The camera fits easily in many pockets and purses. 12 MILLION PIXELSWith 12.3 megapixels at its disposal, the E-P1 delivers image quality that makes the difference between ordinary and exceptional still and video imaging. A Live MOS image sensor is complem...Digital SLRs
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