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    NEW from Olympus: the PEN E-PL5, E-PM2 and STYLUS XZ-2

    adminBy adminSeptember 18, 2012Updated:December 9, 2020No Comments2 Mins Read

    Yesterday, September 17, Olympus announced three new cameras – two to their PEN® series (the PEN E-PL5 and E-PM2) and one to the Stylus family (the XZ-2).

    The Olympus PEN E-PL5 and PEN E-PM2 feature the image quality of the OM-D E-M5 with a 16 MP Live MOS image sensor and TruePic VI image processor for outstanding image quality in a compact, lightweight body. Both feature 8 fps sequential shooting, F.A.S.T AF technology and immediate response Touch Shutter AF system. The new Olympus PENs also feature superior Dust Reduction System, In-Body Image Stabilization and an incredible line-up of lenses and accessories.

    PEN E-PL5

    Key Features:

    • 16MP Live MOS sensor
    • 1080i HD video
    • 25,600 ISO
    • In-Body Image Stabilization
    • 12 In-Camera Art Filters
    • TruePic™ VI Image Processor
    • 3” Flip Portrait LCD
    • F.A.S.T. AF with Face and Eye Detect
    • Immediate Response Touch Control
    • Accessory Port

    >> Read the press release

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    Available October 2012; MSRP: (body only) $649.99, (w/ 14-42mm) $699.99

    PEN E-PM2

    Key Features:

    • 16MP Live MOS sensor
    • 12 In-Camera Art Filters
    • 1080i HD video
    • Direct Live Guide Button
    • F.A.S.T Autofocus
    • 8fps Sequential Shooting
    • In-Body Image Stabilization
    • Face and Eye Detection
    • Built-In Grip
    • Responsive Vertical Bar Touch Navigation on 3” LCD
    • iAuto and 23 Scene Select Modes

    >> Read the press release

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    Available October 2012; MSRP: (body only) $549.99, (w/ 14-42mm) $599.99

    STYLUS XZ-2

    The Olympus STYLUS XZ-2 boasts a bright f/1.8-2.5, large-diameter, 4x optical zoom i.ZUIKO digital lens, along with the world’s first hybrid control ring – providing easy-to-use yet advanced manual controls that experienced photographers expect.

    Key Features:

    •  12MP BSI CMOS sensor
    • Bright, super-fast 1.8 to 2.5 lens
    • 4x optical zoom
    • 11 Art Filters
    • Full 1080p HD Video
    • 3″ Swivel Touch LCD

    >> Read the press release

    Available October 2012; MSRP: $599.99

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