At A Glance
Its image quality isn't quite on par with a DSLR, but the Olympus Pen E-PL1 is a groundbreaking and powerful interchangeable-lens camera that serves as an excellent learning tool.
Manufacturer’s Description
The Olympus PEN E-PL1 is truly greater than the sum of its parts. This surprisingly small camera body is packed with technology normally found in bigger, bulkier cameras and High Definition (HD) camcorders.
The Specs
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Display size | 2.7 inches |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| Touchscreen | 0 |
| Battery | |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion Battery |
| Ports and Connections | |
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| Power | |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion Battery |
| Dimensions | |
| Width | 4.5 inches |
| Depth | 1.6 inches |
| Height | 2.8 inches |
| Weight | 0.75625 pounds |
| Lens Features | |
| Maximum Wide Angle (deprecated) | 14.0 mm |
| Minimum aperture | 3.5 |
| Maximum aperture | 5.6 |
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| Storage Media | |
| SD card | SD Memory Card |
| Supported Image Formats | |
| JPG | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty information | 1 Year Limited |
Performance
| Performance (New) | |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Fair |
| Color | Good |
| Sharpness | Very Good |
| Distortion | Fair |
| Video Quality | Good |
| Video Sound Quality | Good |
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