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March 2010
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110 Reviews
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Die inneren Werte der Olympus Pen E-PL1 überzeugen, die äußeren weniger. Nichts auszusetzen gibt es an der Bildqualität der kleinen Systemkamera. Das gilt gerade auch für das preisorientierte Set-Objektiv. Die E-PL1 liefert detailreiche und bis in hoh...
Abstract: Olympus toma ventaja con la PEN digital, lo que es lógico. Es un concepto muy inteligente y un interesante cruce entre una cámara compacta y una réflex. El diseño la hace asimismo atractiva para mucha gente. Esto puede ser más claro para la E-P1 que p...
We expect that, if the Micro Four Thirds format is going to achieve critical mass in the marketplace, it will be with cameras like the Olympus E-PL1 and Panasonic GF1. These two are intriguing step-up choices for point-and-shooters who want a larger ...
Abstract: Mit der E-PL1 bringt Olympus ein neues Mitglied seiner Pen-Familie auf den Markt. Das Besondere daran: Die Systemkamera besitzt erstmals einen integrierten Blitz. Lesen Sie im Test, ob die Leistung überzeugen konnte. Olympus hat ordentlich nachgebes...
The E-PL1's biggest limitation for video recording is the fact that it does not offer a Full HD 1920 x 1080 video mode. As far as 720p cameras go, however, the E-PL1 is a fairly good model. Olympus significantly increased the amount of manual controls...
Excellent resolution with lots of detail in the shots, Point-and-shoot interface that also allows user interaction, Superb JPEG engine makes camera's full capability easily accessible, Reliable metering and white balance (in natural light), Good AF performance (though kit lens holds it back), Hints of retro styling and SLR quality in a compact body, Collapsible kit lens is small and offers dece
Some highlight clipping (and poor dynamic range at ISO 100), Low resolution screen that's hard to see in bright light, No orientation sensor means having to rotate every portrait image manually, Exposure controls slow and awkward to use (by DSLR standards), 1/2000th max shutter speed combined with base sensitivity of ISO 200 limits, you to small apertures in bright light, i-Enhance picture mode
There are, perhaps, three types of potential users who might find themselves considering purchasing the E-PL1, all of who will find things to love and things to be frustrated by in the camera. The first is the compact camera user who wants better imag...
Abstract: Er det et spejlrefleks? Er det et kompaktkamera? Nej! Olympus har haft stor succes med en ny kameratype, der befinder sig i en gråzone mellem de to kameratyper. Vi har leget med deres nyeste og hidtil billigste skud på stammen, Olympus E-PL1.Olympus og...
All in all, the Olympus E-PL1 is a nice offering for the Micro Four Thirds format. Given the target of where we thought manufacturers were heading with this format to begin with (i.e. a true bridge between DSLRs and point and shoot cameras), it seems...
Impressive design and handling; excellent image quality; smashing video-recording features
Buttons feel rather cheap; shonky contracting-lens mechanism
The Olympus Pen E-PL1 is cheaper and more plasticky than the Pen E-P1 and Pen E-P2, and ought to be worse -- but it's not. It handles better and does more, thanks to its built-in flash. It's a Micro Four Thirds camera for the masses, and about time to...
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Published: 2010-05-06, Author: terry , review by: dpexpert.com.au
Like: The image quality from the EP trio is superb. Colours are rich without being oversaturated. Skin tones are smooth yet detailed. Auto focusing and exposure are good with exposure compensation easily to hand. Movie mode is exceptionally fine.
Dislike: The price now seems high, compared with the excellent Samsung NX10
