Somebody say Pen?
The original Olympus Pen camera, revolutionary, sharp, simple, ingenious. By using the half frame format (rather than 35mm film), Olympus was able to reduce the size of cameras while still maintaining great image quality. These Pen series cameras sold over 17 million units before eventually giving way to the Olympus Pen F cameras which were capable of interchangeable lenses.
In mid 2009, amidst masses of leaked information and rumours, the camera gods stepped beyond the golden arches and sent the son of the Pen down to earth.
I present ... The Olympus Pen E-P1, a new breed of compact digital cameas that utilises the "micro four-thirds" system (used also by the Panasonic Lumix G1/GH1). Camera enthusiasts will appreciate the retro look despite almost 30years since the last Pen camera was made.
Key Features/Specs
- 12.3 mp Live MOS sensor
- TruePic V Image processor
- Micro four-thirds mount
- Sensor shift stabilization
- HD (720p) movies with stereo sound
- HDMI output
- Interchangeable lenses
- Hot shoe
- 3in Hypercrystal LCD
- In camera RAW processing
In other words, this is an SLR without the mirrors in the camera body, allowing it to be much smaller while still retaining SLR quality to an extent. Regardless of how the camera performs, it will almost certainly outperform most compacts released to date. If not for the Panasonic G1 and GH1, this new generation Pen would be in a class of its own (it could still be).
If you are as intrigued as I am about this camera, you can read more at the Olympus website here. No doubt this camera will be a hit and you can order this camera at most camera houses.
Why is it so good?
- It's small
- It's EASY to use
- Timeless design with good build quality
- Interchangeable lenses
- It was made to be perfect for EVERYBODY (in EVERYDAY situations)
- SD and SDHC cards :)
This camera actually makes me want the original Pen camera to have in my camera cabinet. if anyone is selling, let me know :)
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