Olympus Pen E-PL1 + 14-42/3.5-5.6
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11 years ago
Those looking for an "intermediate" camera -- one that can serve as a bridge for a photographer wanting to move from a point and shoot camera to a more advanced model -- will want to pay attention to the E-PL1 from .
Pros:
- Image quality is outstanding
- especially compared to others in its price range
- E-PL1 is very easy to use
- Shop around
- as prices have dropped recently
- making it a very good value
- Camera has a "retro" look and design
- which is appealing
- E-PL1 is a nice choice as an "intermediate" or "bridge"...
Cons:
- Full manual controls are available
- but can be tricky to find
- Position of popup flash unit is a little awkward
- Autofocus sometimes works slowly in low light
- at least with kit lens
- LCD works OK in sunlight
- but it should be larger and have less glare in this price range
16 years ago
Olympus E-PL1 Review
The PEN series gets smaller and adds a built-in flash with the Olympus E-PL1
Pros:
- Excellent detail
- small form
Cons:
- some noise/noise reduction issues
- low resolution LCD
15 years ago
Olympus E-PL1 Digital Camera Review
It delivers on all of the promises made by Olympus and is undeniably worth the sub $1,000 investment. The E-PL1 is very impressive overall and thoroughly recommended.
16 years ago
Olympus Pen E-PL1
The Olympus Pen E-PL1 is a third-generation model in a series of cameras pioneered by Olympus with the aim of providing small, interchangeable-lens cameras with sensors significantly larger than those in digicams.
15 years ago
With more sensible pricing, the latest addition to the PEN range is definitely a step in the right direction The Micro Four Thirds "semi-compact" digital camera system is catching on, accounting for more than 10% of interchangeable-lens camera sales in December last year, according to market...
15 years ago
Olympus E-PL1 Review
The Olympus E-PL1 is the cheapest of the Olympus Digital PEN cameras, rolling onto the scene with a 14-42mm kit lens and body for $599. The E-PL1 is compact, stylish and well-priced for its features.
Pros:
- Pop-up flash added
- Great image quality
- Affordable price
Cons:
- Slow AF system
- No optical viewfinder
- Cheaper build
15 years ago
Olympus' PEN E-PL1, a retro-styled Micro Four Thirds camera
The Micro Four Thirds "semi-compact" digital camera system is catching on, accounting for more than 10% of interchangeable-lens camera sales in December last year, according to market research firm GfK.
15 years ago
Olympus Pen E-PL1 - Review
Bruce Buckman tests a Micro Four Thirds camera he wouldn't mind taking on holiday No matter how much you love it, no camera is the perfect tool for every job. I realised that a few years back while half way up the 275 stairs of Yorkminster Cathedral's tower, a weighty dSLR and a couple of lenses...
Pros:
- Blessedly light
- Takes a great shot
Cons:
- Not as easy to use as you might expect
- Lacks the sophistication of the E-P2
16 years ago
Olympus Pen E-PL1
Beneath the retro styling of the Olympus Pen E-PL1 is a new Live Guide designed to aid beginners, but does it make photography any easier? We put it to the…
16 years ago
Olympus E-PL1
The Olympus E-PL1 is a fun camera to use, which is also well suited to first-time buyers who don't want the bulk of a full-sized DSLR to contend with
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