Olympus Pen E-PL1 + 14-42/3.5-5.6
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16 years ago
Works good for me!
I am the reason the E-PL1 was made. A point and shooter who wants to move up to a better camera but doesn't want to break the bank. This does that very well and it's not so big that I mind carrying it around.
15 years ago
Balance of power and portability
This camera is the entry point to Olympus' respected PEN series. Even with the arrival of the E-PL3 and the further miniaturized E-PM1, this model provides almost all the features for those on a budget. The only real weakness it has over the newer models is slower focusing.
15 years ago
Olympus PEN E-PL1 system camera review Olympus is making headway with the digital PEN, which is logical. It is a very smart concept and a very nice cross between a compact camera and an SLR camera. The design also makes it appealing to a lot of people.
15 years ago
The best all-around camera for everyone!
The first thing I noticed was the huge manual. It took many hours to go through it and explore all the options. I diligently learned all the nuances, then took it out for a night-shoot. That's when I learned that the iAuto setting is as good as anything I could do with the manual settings.
Pros:
- Fanatastic full auto
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great in Low-Light
- High ISO Performance
Cons:
- No Viewfinder
- Too many menus
14 years ago
An absolute gem
For a camera under ￡300, the E-PL1 offers the best bangs-per-buck ratio available. I have nothing to add which hasn't already been said by the other positive reviewers on Amazon - I completely agree with them. A fantastic little compact system camera.
14 years ago
Excellent Picture Quality
Great looking, retro style camera, eye catcher when strapped around neck! Picture quality rivals most DSLR in daylight settings. Cool functions which are easy to use and access. Excellent video capabilities.
14 years ago
Awesome micro 4/3 Camera! Awesome Price!
I had been wanting to make the leap from advanced point & shoot to a D-SLR type camera. My biggest hurdle has been camera size, operating complexity and price. Purchased this Olympus E-PL1 refurb after reading so many positive reviews online and I started using it immediately.
14 years ago
From what i've seen and read this camera seems to be amazing.
Pros:
- It seems to be a good all-round camera and the picture quality is brill
Cons:
- I wish it came with an electronic viewfinder
13 years ago
Great DSLR in compact Body
This is a great little camera. It takes awesome pictures and in very light and compact. It is great for first time DSLR users because it is very easy and simple to use. I have been able to take some very great pictures using the fast shutter speed. If you buy another lens then you might have to
13 years ago
Olympus E-PL1: A great (yet simple) step up from pocket cameras!
A great step up from a standard pocket camera..
Pros:
- A simple interface
- Great pictures
Cons:
- Still bulky
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