The Mirror-less Camera is a very good option for taking those shots with a professional flair. The ability to change lenses and tweak a variety of photo settings can be quite powerful.
Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Olympus PEN E-PL9 will satisfy your needs.
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the PEN E-PL9 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 121 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.
Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Olympus device is a very good option!
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Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Olympus provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.
Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Olympus PEN E-PL9 is a great companion to have.
For the YouTubers - This is a good choice for your video recordings because in addition to it's excellent Image Sensor Size (17.3 x 13 mm mm), it comes with an in-built image stablizer that ensures your shots remain steady.
Ultra High Definition - you'll be able to capture immersive and highly detailed footage with this camera's 4K capability.
If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.
Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Olympus's in-built intervalometer
Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise.
There are times when you just want to take simple but great photos of things around you without bothering too much about camera settings. For that purpose, the PEN E-PL9 is a really good choice.
While taking those action shots during the day's event, you'll be aiming to keep your subject matter in sharp focus while they're in motion. The Auto Focus Tracking capability that comes with this camera helps with this.
The thrilling action of sports is filled with magical moments that shouldn't be missed. Which is why by taking the PEN E-PL9 for those games, you'll have a camera that can effectively track subjects in frame while they are in motion.
Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.
Whether on holiday or exploring new places, this camera from Olympus is a great choice. Taking photos of what's around you - near and far - with the PEN E-PL9 is a breeze.
In scenarios where animals are darting about, the burst mode on this camera comes in handy as well as it's Tracking Focus capability. The combination of these features and the 17.3 x 13 mm (mm) Image Sensor on this camera, provides you with a device that suits your wildlife photography needs - whether tranquil or dramatic.
Composing photographs of landscapes is subject to the lighting conditions that you're faced with. The 17.3 x 13 mm(mm) Image Sensor Size on this model play a big role in this. Also, the Olympus PEN E-PL9 has a variety of scene modes which can be selected to suit the shot you're preparing to take.
With this model, you no longer need to worry about carrying cables for data transfer all the time as it comes with Wi-FI.
This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.
It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.
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Specification | Description |
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Design | |
Camera Type | MILC Body |
Operating Temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °F |
Product Colour | Brown, Silver |
Camera | |
Image Formats Supported | JPEG, RAW |
Photo Effects | 1 |
Scene Modes | Beach, Candlelight, Children, Close-up (macro), Documents, Fireworks, Landscape (scenery), Night, Portrait, Snow, Sports, Sunset |
Scene Modes Present | Yes |
Self-timer Delay | 2, 12 s |
Shooting Modes | Aperture priority, Manual, Shutter priority |
White Balance | Auto, Flash |
Flash | |
Built-in Flash | Yes |
External Flash Connector | Yes |
Flash Exposure Compensation | Yes |
Flash Exposure Correction | ±3EV (1/2, 1/3, 1 EV step) |
Flash Guide Number | 7.6 m |
Flash Modes | Auto, Fill-in, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization |
Flash Sync-speed | 1/250 - 1/4000 s |
Focusing | |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Points | 121 |
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 |
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | Continuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus |
Face Detection | Yes |
Focus Adjustment | Auto/Manual |
Manual Focus | Yes |
Tracking Focus | 1 |
Light Exposure | |
ISO Sensitivity | 100, 25600 |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 25600 |
ISO Sensitivity (min) | 100 |
Light Exposure Correction | ± 5EV (1/2EV; 1/3EV step) |
Light Exposure Modes | Aperture priority AE, Auto, Shutter priority AE |
Light Metering | Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Highlight-weighted, Spot |
Manual Exposure | Yes |
Shutter | |
Camera Shutter Type | Electronic |
Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/16000 s |
Shutter Priority AE | Yes |
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 60 s |
Video | |
4K Video Capable | Yes |
Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
HD Type | 4K Ultra HD |
Live stream capable | 1 |
Max FPS @4K | 30 |
Maximum Video Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
Supported Aspect Ratios | 4:3 |
Video Formats Supported | AVI, MOV |
Video Recording | Yes |
Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080, 3840 x 2160 pixels |
Audio | |
Audio Formats Supported | LPCM, WAV |
Audio System | Mono |
Built-in Microphone | Yes |
Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
Wind Filter | Yes |
Lens System | |
Lens Mount Interface | Micro Four Thirds |
Storage | |
Compatible Memory Cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Display | |
Built-in Display | Yes |
Display | LCD |
Display Diagonal | 3 |
Display Diagonal (metric) | 7.6 cm |
Display Resolution (numeric) | 1040000 pixels |
Flip-out Screen | Yes |
Live View | Yes |
Touchscreen | Yes |
Vari-angle LCD Display | Yes |
Sensor | |
Image Sensor Size | 4/3 |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 17.3 x 13 mm |
Megapixel | 16.1 MP |
Sensor Format | Cropped |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Total Megapixels | 17.2 MP |
Other Features | |
Interval Recording | 1 |
Stabilizer | Yes |
Ports & Interfaces | |
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity | 1 |
HDMI Connector Type | Micro |
HDMI Ports Quantity | Yes |
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity | 1 |
USB Connector | Micro-USB B |
Battery | |
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) | 350 shots |
Battery Technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
Battery Type | BLS‑50 |
Power Source Type | Battery |
Video Recording Time | 80 |
Networking | |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Wi-Fi Standards | b/g/n |
Weight & Dimensions | |
Depth | 39 mm |
Height | 68 mm |
Weight | 332 g |
Width | 117.1 mm |
Picture Quality | |
Maximum Image Resolution | 4608 x 3456 pixels |
Still Image Resolution(s) | 4608 x 3456, 3200 x 2400, 1280 x 960 |
Operational Conditions | |
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) | 30 - 90 % |