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Selecting the Mirror-less Camera, is a great boon to you photography gear. It has what it takes to produce great shots as beginner or professional grade photos as a seasoned photographer.
Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Olympus PEN E-PM2 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm camera would suit you adequately.
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the PEN E-PM2 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 35 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.
Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Olympus PEN E-PM2 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm will satisfy your needs..
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If you're particular about getting the precise white balance or depth of field in a video you're recording, then you won't be looking to settle for anything ordinary. By purchasing the Olympus PEN E-PM2 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm, you will acquire a device that comes with an exhaustive set of options that you can tweak to your heart's content.
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.
For those special occasions, this Olympus camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.
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-PM2 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm is a great companion to have.
For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor (18* 13.5 mm mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image.
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-PM2 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm 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.
Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from.
Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Olympus, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.
Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.
From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 18* 13.5 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly.
To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Olympus is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.
When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the PEN E-PM2 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm is a safe bet.
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Dynamic yet pocketable, the Olympus PEN E-PM2 packs impressive amounts of creative power into a small package. Thanks to the Four Thirds 16.5MP Live MOS sensor and TruePic VI image processor, this mirrorless camera is able to easily produce high-resolution images with sharp detail and vivid colours. The blazing speed of these components carries over to the outstanding sequential burst mode that can capture up to 8 frames per second. When the moment calls for video, the PEN E-PM2 is ready to capture movies in Full HD 1080p at a moment's notice. You'll also appreciate the extensive sensitivity range that reaches up to ISO 25600 for clear images with minimal noise in those tricky low-light situations. Not only is this camera topped off with a gorgeous white finish and textured leather accents, but the built-in grip allows for secure and comfortable handling at all times. Elsewhere, the 3-inch LCD monitor features touch capabilities that simplify the framing, navigation and reviewing process.
Specification | Description |
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Design | |
Camera Type | MILC |
Operating Temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °F |
Product Colour | White |
Camera | |
3D Photo | Yes |
Aperture Priority AE | Yes |
Aperture Range (F-F) | 3.5-5.6 |
Camera File System | DCF 2.0, DPOF 1.1, Exif 2.2 |
Image Formats Supported | JPEG, MPO |
Multi-shot | Yes |
On Screen Display (OSD) Languages | CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, EST, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, LAV, LIT, NOR, POL, POR, RUS, SER, SLK, SLV, SWE, TUR, UKR |
Photo Effects | 1 |
Scene Modes | Beach, Candlelight, Children, Close-up (macro), Documents, Fireworks, Night, Night portrait, Panorama, Portrait, Snow, Sports, Sunset, Landscape (scenery) |
Scene Modes Present | Yes |
Self-timer Delay | 2, 12 s |
White Balance | Auto, Fluorescent, Manual, Shade, Sunny, Tungsten, Underwater |
Flash | |
External Flash Connector | Yes |
Flash Guide Number | 10 m |
Flash Modes | Auto, Fill-in, Flash off, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Second curtain synchro, Slow synchronization |
Flash Sync-speed | 1/250 s |
Focusing | |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Lock | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Points | 35 |
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 |
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | Continuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus, Face detection |
Face Detection | Yes |
Manual Focus | Yes |
Tracking Focus | 1 |
Light Exposure | |
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock | Yes |
ISO Sensitivity | 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600, Auto |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 25600 |
ISO Sensitivity (min) | 200 |
Light Exposure Correction | ± 3EV (1/3EV step) |
Light Exposure Modes | Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE |
Light Metering | Centre-weighted, Spot |
Manual Exposure | Yes |
Shutter | |
Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/4000 s |
Shutter Priority AE | Yes |
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 60 s |
Video | |
Analog Signal Format System | NTSC, PAL |
Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
HD Type | Full HD |
Live stream capable | 1 |
Maximum Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Motion JPEG Frame Rate | 30 fps |
Supported Aspect Ratios | 3:2, 3:4, 4:3, 16:9 |
Video Formats Supported | AVI, H.264, M-JPEG, MPEG4 |
Video Recording | Yes |
Video Resolutions | 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Audio | |
Audio Formats Supported | PCM |
Built-in Microphone | Yes |
Lens System | |
Filter Size | 37 mm |
Focal Length Range (f-f) | 14 - 42 mm |
Interchangeable Lens Present | 1 |
Lens Mount Interface | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens Structure (elements/groups) | 8/7 |
Maximum Aperture Number | 22 |
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 84 mm |
Minimum Aperture Number | 3.5 |
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 28 mm |
Number Of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Optical Zoom | 3 x |
Storage | |
Compatible Memory Cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Display | |
Built-in Display | Yes |
Display | LCD |
Display Diagonal | 3 " |
Display Resolution (numeric) | 460000 pixels |
Field Of View | 100 % |
Live View | Yes |
Touchscreen | Yes |
Viewfinder | |
Magnification | 5 x |
Sensor | |
Image Sensor Size | 4/3 |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 18* 13.5 mm |
Megapixel | 16.5 MP |
Sensor Format | Cropped |
Sensor Type | Live MOS |
Total Megapixels | 17.2 MP |
Other Features | |
HDMI Ports Quantity | 1 |
Image Editing | Resizing, Trimming |
PictBridge | Yes |
Stabilizer | Yes |
Ports & Interfaces | |
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity | 1 |
HDMI Connector Type | Micro |
HDMI Ports Quantity | Yes |
USB 2.0 Type-A Ports Quantity | 1 |
USB Version | 2.0 |
Battery | |
Battery Technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
Battery Type | BLS-5 |
Power Source Type | Battery |
Networking | |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Weight & Dimensions | |
Depth | 33.8 mm |
Height | 64.2 mm |
Weight | 269 g |
Weight (including Battery) | 269 g |
Width | 109 mm |
Picture Quality | |
Maximum Image Resolution | 4608 x 3456 pixels |
Still Image Resolution(s) | 1024 x 768, 2560 x 1920 |
Operational Conditions | |
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) | 30 - 90 % |