From the Manufacturer
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CREATIVE POWER IN A SMALL PACKAGE.
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The PEN E-PM2 is all the proof you need that small and stylish
can deliver impressive images. This compact technological wonder
features an expansive 16 MP Live MOS sensor and TruePic VI™ Image
Processor for powerfully vivid images that rival the quality of
an SLR. Let the camera achieve photographic perfection with
features like iAuto and 23 Scene Select Modes. Or take control
using Direct Live Guide. Explore your creative side with 12
ready-to-use Art Filters. The PEN E-PM2 features technology to
help you shoot brilliantly when light is hard to find. There’s
blazing speed with an incredibly responsive touch shutter and 8
fps sequential shooting. The PEN E-PM2. The camera you want when
you’re ready to leave compacts behind.
PROFESSIONAL IMAGE QUALITY
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16MP Live MOS Image Sensor
Featuring the 16 megapixel Live MOS sensor of the OM-D E-M5, the
Olympus Micro Four Thirds ship, the PEN E-PM2 is optimized to
maximize the performance of all mZuiko digital lenses in any
shooting condition. Improvements to the sensitivity and read-.out
speed of the existing sensor makes shooting and Full HD movie
possible.
TruePic VI Image Processor
TruePic VI Image Processor, designed specifically for the
Olympus PEN, features Real Color Technology for improved color
reproduction (especially colors such as emerald green, yellow,
and gold) and color gradation. The faster processor also allows
for a shorter recovery time between s.
Proven Dust Reduction System
Olympus’ Dust Reduction System assures spot-free images, even if
you change lenses. Every time you turn on the camera, the
patented Supersonic Wave Filter silently vibrates, flinging and
collecting dust so that it doesn’t interfere with the picture
imaging at any time.
TruePic VI Image Processor
TruePic VI Image Processor, designed specifically for the Olympus
PEN, features Real Color Technology for improved color
reproduction (especially colors such as emerald green, yellow,
and gold) and color gradation. The faster processor also allows
for a shorter recovery time between s.
In-Body Image Stabilization
Say goodbye to blurry images. Olympus’ in-body image
stabilization technology makes it possible to use any Micro Four
Thirds lenses (or Four Thirds lens), from wide-angle to
telephoto, for perfectly clear, crisp photos no matter what the
shooting situation, even in low light!
EASE OF USE
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NEW Built-In Grip
For form, fit and feel. The E-PM2's built-in grip allows for
secure and comfortable handling of the E-S3.
NEW Immediate Response Touch Navigation on 3" LCD
The E-PM2 features a vertical bar touch navigation menu, The
E-PM2 is designed to optimize the touch screen LCD and was
introduced to operate the MENU display with a new simple
operation instead of a mode dial. The E-PM2’s Touchscreen reacts
quickly with the slightest touch and can focus by touch even if
the subject is not in the center.
Live Guide and NEW Direct Live Guide Button
The E-PM2’s Live Guide system allows you to preview effects as
you adjust them – before the image is even captured. With a
simple touch, slide through numerous photographic effects, such
as brightness, color saturation, blur background, etc. And now,
it’s even easier to get to the Live Guide menu at the touch of a
button on the top of the camera.
iAuto
A convenient, fully automated feature that detects the scene and
applies the best of six situations just by ing the camera
toward the subject. Backlight adjustment are automatically
applied for Portrait and Landscape modes.
BLAZING SPEED
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Immediate Response ONE-Touch Shutter and Control
The E-PM2’s Touchscreen reacts quickly with the slightest touch
and can focus by touch even if the subject is not in the center.
Touch Screen display makes it easy to choose AF points, capture a
picture, change camera settings, release the shutter or navigate
the Live Guide controls, simply by touching the screen.
8fps Sequential Shooting
Stunning low light photos are a click away with an increased ISO
sensitivity to 25,600.
FAST AF with Face and Eye Detect
The FAST (Frequency Acceleration Sensor Technology) AF System is
able to focus at an incredible speed and offers 35 separate focus
points that are spread over nearly the entire sensor, which makes
it possible for pin-point accurate focusing on small subjects
wherever they appear in the frame. Selectable 3x3 groups within
the 35-point area are especially effective when shooting active
subjects.
CREATIVE FREEDOM
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12 Art Filters with 7 Art Filter Effects
Twelve in-camera Art Filters are enhanced by new filter
variations, art effects and bracketing. Photographers can use Art
Filters in all shooting modes as well as filming HD movies. The
Twelve in-camera Art Filters (Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale and Light
Color, Light Tone, Grainy Film, Pin Hole, Diorama, Gentle Sepia,
Cross Process, Key Line and Dramatic Tone, Watercolor) are
enhanced by new filter variations, art effects and bracketing.
Photographers can use Art Filters in all shooting modes as well
as filming HD movies. Also, the E-PM2 now features the Monochrome
Art Filter Effect, where the Picture Tone effect can change the
color from normal monotone to sepia, blue, purple, and green.
Full 1080i HD Movie - with Art Filter Movie
Shoot up to 29 minutes of 1080 60i HD video and stereo sound in
either .MOV or .AVI formats. A Direct HD Movie Button switches
you from still to movie mode with just the press of a button.
Shoot movies with Art Filters, and new to the E-S3, change your
Art Filter while taking the movie, and see the change right on
the LCD.
LOW LIGHT PERFORMANCE
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AF Illuminator
The addition of this super luminosity LED beam allows the camera
to focus faster in low light up to almost 10 feet
Bundled Flash
Attachable flash included. This camera provides the flexibility
to attach a flash to your camera via the accessory port, or leave
it at home for maximum portability.
- 16MP CMOS Micro Four Thirds sensor.
- 8 frames per second continuous shooting.
- 35-area contrast detect AF with touch focus.
- ISO 100-25,600.
- 1080 HD video.
- 3.0 inch touchscreen LCD with 460,000 dots.
- Optional electronic viewfinder accessory.
- Raw and Raw + JPEG shooting.
- SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.