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Olympus PEN E-P1 review
Live View Autofocus With the seamless precision and simplicity of a
point-and-shoot, the E-P1’s Live View Autofocus system displays the
images to be shot in complete focus on the camera’s bright LCD the
moment the shutter button is pressed half way down.
Multiple Exposure Multiple Exposure makes heightened creativity an
easily-obtained objective. Two frames can be combined, and portions of one
can be combined with those of another in any of the shooting modes. Images
can be combined in playback mode or directly on the LCD through the use of
the new TruePic V Image Processor.
Micro Four Thirds Mount The Micro Four Thirds Mount on the E-P1 provides
many key benefits, including the effectiveness of a digitally designed
image sensor, an ultra-compact design, and expandability and compatibility
with all Micro Four Thirds Lenses and Four Thirds System Lens via the MMF-1
Adapter.
Art Filters A series of six built-in Art Filters for replicating countless
striking and dramatic effects can be easily activated for both still and
video imaging. The innovative Art Filters include Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale
& Light Color, Light Tone, Grainy Film and Pin Hole.
12.3 megapixel The E-P1’s powerful 12.3 megapixel Live-MOS sensor
packs a powerful high-quality imaging punch for such a compact camera,
allowing you to capture more detail than ever before.
TruePic V Image Processor In addition to more detail, the image sensor,
combined with the next-generation TruePic V Image Processor, delivers
excellent dynamic range, accurate color fidelity and reduced noise, all the
way up to 6400 ISO.
In-body Image Stabilization The camera’s In-body Image Stabilization
system compensates for up to 4 shutter speed steps with any of the
system’s interchangeable lenses.
Mechanical Image Stabilization Mechanical Image Stabilization automatically
compensates for camera shake in low-light situations or when using a
telephoto lens.
Electronic Image Stabilization Electronic Image Stabilization compensates
for camera shake while shooting in the movie mode.
MF Assist For accurate manual focusing, MF Assist can be enabled during
S-AF + MF operation. With it you can zoom in on the central part of the
image by up to five times by turning the focus ring.
Perfect Shot Preview With Perfect Shot Preview, you can preview and select
various photographic effects before you take the shot.
Digital Leveler The camera’s Digital Leveler function is a highly
functional and practical feature for such specialized requirements as
architectural photography and other similar needs.
Dust Reduction System A Dust Reduction System assures spot-free images.
Every time you turn on the camera, the patented Supersonic Wave Filter
silently vibrates, flinging and collecting dust so that it cannot interfere
with the picture imaging at any time.
19 automatic scene modes There are 19 automatic scene modes available,
including Night-Scenes, Portraits and Landscapes. Edits can be made in the
camera after the pictures are shot using the handy ePortrait Mode.
ePortrait The ePortrait mode is also useful for smoothing out the facial
features of your subjects, which is a tremendous plus for High Definition
playback.
Face Detection A Face Detection function reduces the chance of blurry faces
when shooting groups of people—up to eight subjects at once—even if
they’re moving while you’re pressing the shutter button.
Shadow Adjustment Technology Shadow Adjustment Technology corrects for
extreme light variations with high-tech efficiency. It can also be used in
post-editing.
Aspect Ratios The E-P1 lets you select one of four Aspect Ratios (4:3, 3.2,
16.9 and 6.6) that help frame your images to whatever proportions
you’d like, for everything from conventional enlargements to viewing
on widescreen monitors.
iAuto iAuto identifies your shooting intent (such as macro or action
photography) and instantly adjusts the camera settings to achieve the best
results.
Slideshows Slideshows have never been easier or more fun to create. The
E-P1’s enhanced playback functions allow you to employ effective
fade-in/fade-out techniques, add captivating musical soundtracks, and much
more.
ultra-compact body The E-P1 is the definition of state-of-the-art optical
engineering in an ultra-compact body. It weighs just 11.8 ounces and
measures just 4.75" (W) x 2.75" (H) x 1.43 (D), giving it the
facility to slip into pockets or purses and to take with you anywhere.
M. ZUIKO lenses The accompanying Olympus M. ZUIKO lenses are small,
lightweight, powerful and precision engineered.
Four Thirds System Lens Adapter Other Four Thirds Format lenses can also be
used on the E-P1 with an available MMF-1 Four Thirds System Lens Adapter,
including extreme wide-angle fisheye and super-telephoto lenses. This
further increases your range of creative options.
sound recording The sound recording function of the E-P1 helps you capture
all the nuances of any sounds being recorded. The system is capable of
recording and playing back WAV files, and of adding the most
professional-sounding narration to digital slide shows.
background music There are also five separate background music files to
choose from that you can add to your still images or video productions.
SDHC media cards The E-P1 is capable of recording video to SDHC media cards
to accommodate large files. (SDHC Class 6 cards are recommended.) Videos,
stills and high-fidelity audio can also be output via HDMI cable-direct to
any HD television.
Full manual control Full manual control for all programs and functions,
including Aperture and Shutter Speed Priority, is at your fingertips
whenever it is needed or preferred. Full automatic control is also a
button-press away.
Live Control Live Control, an advanced camera management system, allows you
to see the image being shot and the camera’s controls all at once, on
the bright, colorful, high definition 3-inch HyperCrystal LCD. HyperCrystal
LCDs offer many times the contrast of conventional LCD monitors, and also
provide a wide viewing angle of 176°.
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