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Olympus E-PL1

Olympus E-PL1
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alaScore 89

441 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 441 reviews of Olympus E-PL1. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the image quality and portability. The lens and usability are also appreciated, whereas there are some negative comments about the battery and shutter. There are some mixed reviews about the durability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Olympus E-PL1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Olympus E-PL1

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 152 user reviews of Olympus E-PL1 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk.

98% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Gavin Stoker (pocket-lint.com)

Olympus E-PL1 camera

 

Newly introduced, and at the exact same price as Olympus' recently reviewed E-600 Four Thirds digital SLR with 14-42mm kit lens, is the manufacturer's latest Micro Four Thirds system hybrid in the E-PL1 Digital Pen. Small-ish and easy-ish to use,...

On-board flash, operation simplifying Live Guide, the E-PL1 offers the cheapest entry point to date into the Pen camera range

Plastic construction where the E-P1 and E-P2 offered steel, pared down ISO and LCD

Small-ish and easy-ish to use, Olympus is claiming "big camera" results from its latest Pen. Pictures from it are invariably a match for its acclaimed predecessors if they're not quite, to our eyes, as sharp as a similarly priced mid-range DSLR with a...

Mar, 2010
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Expert review by : Tim Smalley (expertreviews.co.uk)

Olympus E-PL1 review

 

More sensibly priced than earlier compact Micro Four Thirds cameras, the E-PL1 is a definite step in the right direction

Apr, 2010
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Expert review by (professionalphotographer.co.uk)

Olympus E-PL1 voted best Advanced Digital System Camera

 

The Digital Imaging Website Association, has awarded Olympus' PEN E-PL1 the DIWA GOLD Award for best Advanced Digital System Camera.

Oct, 2010
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Expert review by : photoxels (photoxels.com)

Olympus E-PL1 Review @ Photoxels

 

Just Posted! Olympus E-PL1 Review The Olympus E-PL1 is one of the most popular micro Four Thirds Digital Interchangeable Lens camera, and for good reasons. Though it may lack the retro look and bui…

The Olympus E-PL1 is a perfect step up for someone graduating from a point-and-shoot and a better choice than one of the high end compact digicam. Compact, light and giving DSLR-level image quality, we believe it makes an ideal Family DSLR. Highly...

Aug, 2010
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Expert review by : Paul Monckton (wired.co.uk)

Olympus E-PL1 dSLR review

 

The quality and creative flexibility of a dSLR camera, yet small enough to take anywhere: This has been a recurring dream of many photography enthusiasts and a dream which, for many, came true with the release of the gorgeous, but rather expensive,...

Improved, beginner-friendly interface. Built-in flash. Accessory port. Excellent image quality. Wide range of compatible lenses

Lacks most of the gorgeousness that made the E-P1 and its successor, the E-P2, so desirable. Art modes are fun but can be slow and jerky. Simplified interface means no control dials

Apr, 2010
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Expert review by : Gavin Stoker (best4reviews.com)

Olympus E-PL1 preview pictures posted

 

Best4Reviews.com gets a first try out with the new budget priced Olympus E-PL1 Digital Pen at its London launch

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Mar, 2010
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Expert review by (photographymonthly.com)

Olympus E-PL1

 

Olympus E-PL1

The possibilities are virtually endless with this easy to use retro look model. With great features like HD movie shooting and impressive Art Filters, you too can take exceptional pictures. Its 100% stabilised body even lets you shoot blur-free with...

Feb, 2010
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Expert review by : Josie Reavely (digicambuyer.co.uk)

Olympus E-PL1

 

We test the latest pint-sized Olympus PEN

The Olympus E-PL1 is a fun camera to use, which is also well suited to first-time buyers who don't want the bulk of a full-sized DSLR to contend with

Feb, 2010
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Expert review by (professionalphotographer.co.uk)

Olympus E-PL1

 

Stunning Stills, Magical Movies, Quintessential Quality

Feb, 2004
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Expert review by : Paul Miller (engadget.com)

Olympus E-PL1 review

 

It seems like such a simple thing now, but it took Olympus three revisions to finally get its "Pen" Micro Four Thirds series down below (or even close to)

Great value ; Built-in flash ; High-end video

Audible autofocus noise ; Cheaper construction than pricier versions ; Harder to access manual controls

Apr, 2010
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