Olympus PEN F (Body) Black

MPN: V204060BE000  |  EAN: 4545350049676  |  Model: PEN F

Price Information

£720.99

as at 25 Sep 19 | 12:40 AM CET

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Choosist's Ratings

Olympus PEN F (Body) Black - V204060BE000 Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Mirrorless Camera
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Event Videos
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Very Good
Everyday Life Photography
Very Good
Events Photography
Outstanding
Home Videos
Very Good
Landscape Photography
Outstanding
Sports Photography
Very Good
Vlogging
Outstanding
High FPS Videos
Very Good
Underwater Photography
Very Good
Time-lapse Videos
Very Good
Travel
Just Right
Low-light Videos
Outstanding
Live Streaming
Very Good
WiFi Connectivity
Very Good
Professional Looks
Just Right
Regular Looks
Very Good
Bluetooth Connectivity
Very Good
Camera Body Only
Just Right

Kind of Camera

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.

Photography Skillset

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Olympus PEN F 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 F is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 800 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

Video skill level

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 F will satisfy your needs..

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Video Scenarios

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 F is a great companion to have.

Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 17.4 x 13 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos. It's also got Wi-Fi so if you can still make your transfers even if you're not with your cables.

Other Video needs

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.

Photo Scenarios

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 F 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.

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 17.4 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 17.4 x 13 mm(mm) Image Sensor Size on this model play a big role in this. Also, the Olympus PEN F has a variety of scene modes which can be selected to suit the shot you're preparing to take.

Other considerations

Sometimes carrying cables about just so you can move your photos across the devices can be a pain. Good thing this particular model comes with Wi-Fi.

Style

Boasting clean lines and premium looks, the PEN F showcases your refined taste in mobile cameras. Guaranteed to make your friends green with envy.

Whether you want to blend in, or have a camera that doesn’t attract unwanted attention, the basic design of the PEN F fits the bill.

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Technical Specifications

Olympus PEN F (Body) Black - V204060BE000 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Material Aluminium
Operating Temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black
Camera
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Custom Colour Yes
Image Formats Supported JPEG, MPO, RAW
Languages Support Multi
Photo Effects 1
Saturation Adjustment Yes
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 12 s
White Balance Flash, Fluorescent, Shade, Sunny, Tungsten, Underwater
Flash
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Guide Number 12.9 m
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Lock Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 800
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Face Detection Yes
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
ISO Sensitivity 80, 25600, Auto
ISO Sensitivity (max) 25600
Light Exposure Control Program AE
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Video
Analog Signal Format System NTSC, PAL
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
Live stream capable 1
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG Frame Rate 60 fps
Resolution At Capture Speed 640x480@30fps, 1280x720@24fps, 1280x720@30fps, 1280x720@50fps, 1280x720@60fps, 1920x1080@24fps, 1920x1080@25fps, 1920x1080@30fps, 1920x1080@50fps, 1920x1080@60fps
Video Formats Supported AVC, AVI, H.264, M-JPEG, MOV, MPEG4
Video Recording Yes
Audio
Audio Formats Supported LPCM
Audio Noise Reduction Yes
Audio System Stereo
Built-in Microphone Yes
Built-in Speaker(s) Yes
Voice Recording Yes
Wind Filter Yes
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display LCD
Display Diagonal 3 "
Touchscreen Yes
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Viewfinder
Diopter Correction Yes
Electronic Viewfinder Yes
Magnification 1.23 x
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Sensor
Image Sensor Size 4/3
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 17.4 x 13 mm
Megapixel 20.3 MP
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type CMOS
Other Features
Interval Recording 1
PictBridge Yes
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 Type-A Ports Quantity 1
Battery
Battery Life (max) 1.33 h
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Type BLN‑1
Number Of Batteries Supported 1
Networking
Wi-Fi Yes
Packaging Content
Batteries Included Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 37.3 mm
Height 72.1 mm
Weight 373 g
Width 124.8 mm
Memory
Memory Slots 1
Operational Conditions
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) 30 - 90 %
Picture Quality
Still Image Resolution(s) 5184 x 3888