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Olympus PEN E-PL1

Olympus PEN E-PL1
alaScore 90

791 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 791 reviews of Olympus PEN 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. Opinions about the price and image quality are generally positive. The usability and portability are also mentioned favorably, whereas some have doubts about the memory and viewfinder. There are some mixed comments about the contrast and screen.

performance, portability, usability, image quality, price

viewfinder, memory

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Olympus PEN E-PL1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Olympus PEN E-PL1

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 372 user reviews of Olympus PEN E-PL1 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Comments about the price and image quality are generally positive. The usability and performance also get good feedback. The memory and viewfinder get negative views, and there are mixed reviews on the contrast and focus.

portability, performance, usability, image quality, price

viewfinder, memory

96% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Olympus PEN E-PL1

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 6 user reviews of Olympus PEN E-PL1 from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca. People really like the design and price. The image quality and usability also get good feedback, but there are some critical views about the portability.

performance, usability, image quality, price, design

portability

83% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Cliff Smith (trustedreviews.com)

Olympus Pen E-PL1

 

We take a look at Olympus' new affordable compact system camera

The general impression of the Olympus Pen E-PL1 is not that this is a cut-down version of the E-P2, but that it is well-made high-spec compact camera that has been equipped with interchangeable lenses. This is a true bridge camera, even more so than...

Aug, 2010

Expert review by : PC Advisor (techadvisor.co.uk)

Olympus PEN E-PL1 review

 

The Olympus PEN E-PL1 is an entry-level version of the Olympus PEN E-P2 interchangeable lens camera. It's aimed at attracting people who want a camera similar to a digital SL but smaller and cheaper.

Nov, 2010

Expert review by (diwa-awards.com)

Olympus PEN E-PL1

 

The Olympus PEN E-PL1 system camera features a 12.3 Megapixel high-speed Live MOS-sensor and an advanced built-in image stabilizer. When it comes to user-friendly operation without losing creativity, the Olympus PEN E-PL1 really responds on demand....

Oct, 2010

Expert review by (tipa.com)

Olympus PEN E-PL1

 

Progettata come fotocamera entry-level, la Olympus PEN E-PL1 è dotata di una nuova interfaccia Live Guide che consente agli utenti di ottenere facilmente i risultati desiderati anche nel caso in cui non siano molto esperti di fotografia. Basata sul...

Apr, 2010

Expert review by : Amateur Photographer (amateurphotographer.co.uk)

Olympus Pen E-PL1 review

 

With the competition for mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras hotting up, it is important for a manufacturer to have a full complement of cameras in its range. The Olympus Pen E-PL1 is designed squarely for the entry-level market, and as such it...

Apr, 2014

Expert review by : What Digital Camera (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Olympus E-PL1 review

 

The PEN series gets smaller and adds a built-in flash with the Olympus E-PL1

Oct, 2010

Expert review by : Mike Joubert (techsmart.co.za)

Olympus PEN E-PL1

 

The Olympus PEN E-PL1 sells for under R8000 and brings its relatively compact body with regular DSLR sensor size and interchangeable lens system to a wider audience.

Flash included this time, compact size, easy to use guides for beginners.

Chassis has plastic feel, control ring would have made controls easier, too few pixels on LCD screen.

Aug, 2010

Expert review by : Catherine Monfils (reghardware.co.uk)

Olympus PEN E-PL1 Micro Four-Thirds camera

 

Review Adding another variation to its popular PEN range of Micro Four-Thirds [1] cameras, the Olympus E-PL1 has done away with the retro style of its siblings, added a pop-up flash and a dedicated movie record button. It has re-designed the menu...

With the E-P1 and E-P2 Olympus was targeting the enthusiasts and the serious photographers who were looking for a lighter and smaller alternative to a DSLR. The E-PL1 reflects a market shift by Olympus as it is aimed at the beginner and the compact...

Jul, 2010

Expert review by : Kevin Carter (macuser.co.uk)

Olympus Pen E-PL1

 

Boasting compact camera-like dimensions, but using a much larger micro Four Thirds format (17.3 x 13mm) Lmos sensor, the E-PL1 is the third iteration of Olympus' popular Pen series

As for picture quality, the E-PL1 largely mirrors that of the earlier models, that's to say image quality, colour rendition, tonality and detail are all excellent at lower ISOs. But, at ISO1600 and above noise levels, it can't compete with the best...

May, 2010

Expert review by (itreviews.co.uk)

Olympus - PEN E-PL1

 

Olympus hit on a winning formula when it decided to revive the retro styling of its original PEN series while throwing in many of the benefits of the digital tech revolution. Following on the popularity of ...

With the E-PL1 Olympus has managed to retain much that made the Pen E-P1 and E-P2 cameras so immediately popular, whilst adding a much friendlier and more useful interface for both pros and amateurs, all at a highly attractive price.

Apr, 2010

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