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How would you change Olympus' PEN E-PL3 and E-P3?

Canon's been focused solely on the top-end of things here recently, but it's obvious that the mirrorless and Micro Four Thirds markets are booming. Cute sells, right? And if you've taken the plunge on either of Olympus' newest PENs (that'd be the E-PL3 or E-P3), we're interested in knowing how you really feel about 'em. Show More Summary

Olympus PEN E-PL3 REVIEW

For me, this camera is a bit of a puzzle. Why? Having just spent a week or so with the Olympus PEN E-P3, and coming away very impressed, I wondered why the company launched another model that seems to be virtually identical, except for price and some minor mods. I am now eagerly awaiting the [...]Show More Summary

Just posted: Olympus E-PM1 (PEN Mini) preview and video

Just Posted: Olympus PEN Mini preview and video. Behind the bluster of the latest announcements, the Olympus E-PM1 has started hitting the shelves. In many respects it's pretty similar to the E-PL3 (and it features most of that camera's enhancements over the previous PEN models). Show More Summary

Just posted: Our in-depth Olympus E-PL3 review

We've publsihed our Olympus PEN Lite/E-PL3 review. The E-PL3 squeezes much of the capability of its big brother, the E-P3, into a smaller, simplified body. It gains the faster autofocus and Full HD (60i) video of the third-generation PEN models, while it also adds a tilting LCD and 5fps burst shooting mode. Show More Summary

Richard Franiec says E-PL3 accessory grip also suitable for PEN Mini

Richard Franiec has announced that his accessory grip for the Olympus E-PL3 will start shipping on September 15th and has confirmed it will fit the PEN Mini (E-PM1). The aluminium grips are available at a cost of $34.95 plus shippin...

Olympus Pen E-PM1 hands-on (video)

Joining the family of Olympus Pen products is the lovingly nicknamed "PEN Mini," or E-PM1. Compared to its big brothers the PEN E-PL2 and E-PL3, this little guy packs some serious punch in a tiny body, with a similarly small price tag of $500. Show More Summary

Olympus PEN E-PL3 Micro Four Thirds camera review

Look, the Olympus PEN E-PL3 is cute. Adorable, even. In fact, those swayed by looks alone may be sold after whisking through our hands-on gallery below. But for those interested in more than a highly-capable fashion accessory, it's worth taking a deeper look into the latest member of the PEN Lite family. Show More Summary

Richard Franiec grip coming soon for Olympus PEN E-PL3

Accessory grip maker Richard Franiec has announced he is developing a grip for the Olympus PEN Lite (E-PL3). The grip closely mimics the designs he already makes for the Canon S90/S95, Olympus XZ-1, Leica D-Lux 4 and 5, and the Sigma DP series. Show More Summary

Olympus PEN family replenished electronic viewfinder VF-3

Olympus has introduced a new electronic viewfinder with higher resolution, which extends the functionality of the new cameras PEN (E-P3), PEN Lite (E-PL3) and PEN mini (E-PM1). According to Olympus, VF-3 delivers 100% field of view and resolution, four times more than electronic viewfinders cameras from other manufacturers. Show More Summary

Olympus PEN E-PL3 interchangeable lens compact camera to ship in September

Olympus announces pricing and availability for the impressive PEN E-PL3, which might just give big brother E-P3 a run for its money.

Olympus reveals specs, pricing for PEN E-PL3

Olympus' midrange interchangeable-lens model is smaller than its predecessor, but it's still a bit pricey relative to the competition.

Olympus PEN E-PL3 Priced

Olympus launches VF-3 and announces E-PL3 US pricing

Olympus has announced US pricing and availability for the PEN Lite E-PL3. The E-PL3 will be available from September at a suggested retail price of $699.99. As previously announced, the MSRP in the UK market will be £549.99. The camera will be shipped as a kit with either the M.Zuiko 14-42mm lens or the M. Show More Summary

Olympus PEN E-PL3 gets a price tag, release date

Last month, Olympus lifted the veil on a trio of 12.3-megapixel Micro Four Thirds cameras, replacing both models in its PEN line and adding the small and light E-PM1. We already knew to expect an August ship date for the $900 E-P3, but...Show More Summary

Olympus UK announces pricing for PEN Lite (E-PL3)

Olympus UK has announced its recommended pricing for the PEN Lite E-PL3. The MSRP will be £549.99. Olympus US has not yet announced pricing but, to put the UK price in context, it is around the same list price as Nikon's D3100 kit or the Panasonic GF3, 14mm lens combination - both of which have recommended selling prices of $699 in the US. Show More Summary

Olympus adds new PEN cameras and lenses to range

Olympus has announced three new additions to its Micro Four Thirds PEN camera family, and two new lenses. There's no increase to the now familiar 12.3 megapixel count but the new E-P3, E-PL3 and E-PM1 do come with a newly-developed sensor, a brand new image engine and a huge ISO range. Show More Summary

An official announcement of the Olympus E-PEN Lite PL3

Olympus Company officially introduced its new compact digital camera with interchangeable lenses - PEN Lite E-PL3, which, according to the company an ideal choice for those who want to express themselves through technology, enclosedShow More Summary

Olympus PEN E-P3 camera hands-on, new PENs explained

Today Olympus announced three new Micro Four Thirds cameras, one of which is the PEN E-P3 ($899 with kit lens). This is the follow-up to the PEN E-P2, and happens to be the flagship PEN model. The E-PL3 is also Micro Four Thirds and has many of the same features, but is smaller and has [...]

Olympus PEN E-P3, PEN E-PL3, and PEN E-PM1 hands-on

Earlier today, Olympus announced its loosely veiled PEN E-PM1 (in the image above), along with the PEN E-P3 and PEN E-PL3. Our Chinese bureau had a chance to go hands-on with the trio of Micro Four Thirds cams at an event in Hong Kong, and walked away with some fairly positive impressions. Show More Summary

The PEN Is Mightier Than The Point And Shoot: Olympus Announces New M4/3 Line

Olympus just announced the new PEN E-P3, PEN E-PL3, and PEN E-PM1. Why so many, you ask? Well, this is a full range of M4/3s cameras in various sizes – the granddaddy P, the “light” PL, and the mini PM. The E-P3 costs $899 with 12.3-megapixel Live MOS Image Sensor and 14-42mm lens. Only the [...]