Olympus PEN E-PL6 + 14-42 mm II

MPN: V205051BU000  |  EAN: 0050332186156  |  Model: PEN E-PL6 + 14-42 mm II

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Choosist's Ratings

Olympus PEN E-PL6 + 14-42 mm II - V205051BU000 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)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Astronomy Photography
Just Right
Event Videos
Outstanding
Everyday Life Photography
Very Good
Home Videos
Very Good
Events Photography
Outstanding
Vlogging
Just Right
Sports Photography
Very Good
Time-lapse Videos
Very Good
Underwater Photography
Very Good
Travel
Very Good
Wildlife Photography
Very Good
Landscape Photography
Outstanding
Dust-proof
Very Good
Regular Looks
Very Good
Camera Body with Lens
Very Good
Bluetooth Connectivity
Very Good

Kind of Camera

By picking a Mirror-less camera, you'll be getting yourself a device that matches the capability of a DSLR while sporting a slightly smaller form factor. This is due the absence of the mirror and prism that drives the optical viewfinder of a typical DSLR.

Photography Skillset

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-PL6 + 14-42 mm II 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-PL6 + 14-42 mm II 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

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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Video Scenarios

The Olympus PEN E-PL6 + 14-42 mm II, is a very competent option when it comes to recording occasions and related activities. Also, the presence of its built-in Image stabilizer does help with making your clips look smooth and steady.

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-PL6 + 14-42 mm II 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 17.3 x 13 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos. 

Other Video needs

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Olympus's in-built intervalometer

Photo Scenarios

The Olympus PEN E-PL6 + 14-42 mm II has a sensor size of 17.3 x 13 mm (mm) which is crucial for capturing as much light information as possible when taking photographs of the cosmos. The ability to shoot and store images as RAW files and not just JPEG is important for this kind of photography. This model delivers on that!

If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the PEN E-PL6 + 14-42 mm II is an easy recommendation for this.

Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the PEN E-PL6 + 14-42 mm II.

The thrilling action of sports is filled with magical moments that shouldn't be missed. Which is why by taking the PEN E-PL6 + 14-42 mm II 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.

As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the PEN E-PL6 + 14-42 mm II is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*}

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.

If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Olympus has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot.

Other considerations

The outdoors can get quite sandy depending on the environment you'll be taking pictures in. Which is why a camera like this is what you'll need as its been fully certified as dust-proof.

Style

When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the PEN E-PL6 + 14-42 mm II is a safe bet.

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Technical Specifications

Olympus PEN E-PL6 + 14-42 mm II - V205051BU000 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type Mirrorless
Dustproof Yes
Material Metal
Operating Temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black
Camera
3D Photo Yes
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Aperture Range (F-F) 3.5-5.6
Camera File System DCF, DPOF, Exif 2.2, PRINT Image Matching III
Image Formats Supported JPEG, MPO, RAW
Languages Support CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, EST, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, LAV, LIT, NOR, POL, POR, RUS, SER, SLK, SLV, SWE, TUR, UKR
Panorama Mode Yes
Photo Effects 1
Scene Modes Portrait, e-Portrait, Landscape, Landscape+Portrait, Sport, Night Scene, Night+Portrait, Children, High Key, Low Key, Image Stabilization, Macro, Nature Macro, Candle, Sunset, Documents, Panorama, Fireworks, Beach & Snow, Fisheye Converter, Wide Converter
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 12 s
White Balance Auto, Flash, Fluorescent, Outdoor, Shade, Sunny, Tungsten, Underwater
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Correction ±3EV (1/2, 1/3, 1 EV step)
Flash Guide Number 10 m
Flash Modes Auto, Fill-in, Flash off, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Lock Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 800
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Continuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
Face Detection Yes
Focus TTL
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Focusing Distance 25
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock Yes
ISO Sensitivity 200, 1600, 25600
ISO Sensitivity (max) 25600
ISO Sensitivity (min) 200
Light Exposure Control Program AE
Light Exposure Correction ± 3 EV (1/2 EV; 1/3EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Aperture priority AE, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Speed 60 - 1/4000 s
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
Full HD Yes
HD Type Full HD
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG Frame Rate 30 fps
Speakers 1
Supported Aspect Ratios 3:2, 3:4, 4:3, 16:9
Video Formats Supported AVI, MOV
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Built-in Microphone Yes
Built-in Speaker(s) Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Wind Filter Yes
Lens System
Focal Length Range (f-f) 14 - 42 mm
Interchangeable Lens Present 1
Lens Mount Interface Micro Four Thirds
Minimum Aperture Number 3.5
Optical Zoom 3 x
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display LCD
Display Aspect Ratio 16:9
Display Diagonal 3 "
Display Resolution (numeric) 460000 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 Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 17.2 MP
Technical Details
Image Processor TruePic VI
Self-timer Yes
Other Features
Interval Recording 1
PictBridge PictBridge
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type D
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 Connectors 1
USB Port Yes
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Type BLS-5
Power Source Type Battery
Packaging Content
Batteries Included Yes
Cables Included USB
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 38.2 mm
Height 63.7 mm
Weight 279 g
Weight (including Battery) 325 g
Width 110.5 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 4608 x 3456 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 4608 x 3456, 2560 x 1920, 1024 x 768
Memory
Memory Slots 1
Operational Conditions
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) 30 - 90 %