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Olympus PEN E-PL2
$599.99
Released January, 2011
The Pros:Capable of recording video in 720p high definition. Mini-HDMI output - for direct playback of images and videos to to a compatible display or HDTV. Small and compact - a great camera for use on the go when a dSLR would be too bulky and cumbersome.
The Cons:Not a huge upgrade over the E-PL1 from 2009. Usable ISO range isn't any better than the E-PL1. No optical viewfinder.
The Olympus PEN E-PL2 is a Micro Four Thirds digital camera designed for users wanting to step up from the E-PL1 without crossing over into DSLR territory. For starters, it inherits its predecessor’s 12.3MP, high-speed Live MOS image sensor.
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However, it hosts an improved button/dial design that’s friendlier for one-handed shooting; a larger 3” display with double the resolution (460K); and a collapsible M Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II MSC “silent autofocus” lens that is 25% lighter and, more importantly, much faster and quieter. According to Olympus, this means the E-PL2 will perform significantly better than its predecessor. Additional features include 720p video capture, ISO sensitivity up to 6400 for enhanced low-light performance, new creative art filters, and iDetect face/eye functionality.
Features
- Micro Four Thirds Camera
- 12.3MP Sensor
- 3” Display
- Ergonomic Design
- Silent Autofocus Lens
- TruePic V Image Processor
- Dust Reduction System
- HD Movie w/Manual Controls
- Art Filter Movie
- Accessory Port
- Live Guide Control
- Autofocus Live
- Media Cards
- In-Body Image Stabilization
- Built-In Pop-Up Flash
- iDetect Functionality
- Low-Light ISO
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Pros & Cons
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capable of recording video in 720p high definition
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mini-HDMI output - for direct playback of images and videos to to a compatible display or HDTV
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small and compact - a great camera for use on the go when a dSLR would be too bulky and cumbersome
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3" LCD with respectable 460k dot resolution - double that of the one found on the E-PL1
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includes a well designed pop-up body flash
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swappable lens system (Micro Four Thirds)
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records to easy to find, affordable and capacious SD/SDHC/SDXC flash memory storage
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Micro Four Thirds CMOS sensor - larger than the vast majority of handheld cameras, improved overall image quality, low-light performance
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improved build quality and materials over the E-PL1
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improved ergonomics over the E-PL1
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not a huge upgrade over the E-PL1 from 2009
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usable ISO range isn't any better than the E-PL1
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Micro Four Thirds CMOS sensor - smaller than DSLRs, including similarly priced options, poorer low light performance, overall image quality
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as expensive as an entry-level dSLR
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