Author Topic: Dpreview gets their hands on the E-PM1 (Read 541 times)

voyager · « **on:** November 23, 2011, 08:04:40 PM »

With the E-PM1, Olympus offers sleek design and fast AF performance in a package priced to appeal to users looking to trade in their compact-camera for higher image quality without adding too much bulk. To consumers for whom the E-P3 is literally too much camera at too high a price, the E-PM1 offers identical image quality and very similar performance with a compelling feature set. While the PEN series menu system still requires a painfully steep learning curve for new users before it is completely mastered, most will find that after one or two initial visits, they don't need to spend too much time scrolling through menu trees.

The E-PM1 is a small, light, pleasingly-designed camera that handles well and makes everyday picture-taking a fast, intuitive process. Overall, the PEN Mini conveys the feel of a well-executed simplification of the E-PL3, offering nearly all the features of its sibling while reducing the price (albeit to an extent that will vary depending on where you are in the world). Basic image quality remains essentially unchanged, without making the lower-end unit feel like a stripped-down budget model.

Ultimately the PEN Mini is a well-thought out attempt to lure compact-camera upgraders to both higher image quality and the opportunity to explore manual controls while providing a non-intimidating day-to-day handling experience.

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/olympusepm1/

71%? Really?

cosinaphile · « **Reply #1 on:** November 23, 2011, 08:45:04 PM »

just read it , high iso is disappointing

Dpreview gets their hands on the E-PM1