The Olympus PEN series compact cameras feature twelve Art Filters and are airborne

New York, September 17, 2012. – Just months after the release of the Olympus OM-D, a new high performance Live MOS sensor has been adapted for use in PEN series cameras. The result is the stylish and eye-catching PEN Lite E-PL5 and PEN mini E-PM2 , which offer superb image quality. Another feature inherited from the OM-D is the TruePic VI image processor. Responsible for FAST AF, which makes the autofocus in these new cameras among the fastest in the world.

Like other PENs, these new cameras are extremely easy to use. Users will also love the flip-down touch display. Both models feature a built-in image stabilizer that works with any lens, twelve “Art Filters,” and the ability to send photos wirelessly to social media using a smartphone.

Technologically speaking, the new PEN mini is only slightly inferior to the PEN Lite, and in terms of design and style it’s one of the best. Both new PEN models will be available from November 2012. complete with a silent M lens.ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 IIR

Fast track to the top

New PEN Lite and PEN mini expand the PEN range. Their design continues the best traditions of this series, and the technology is inherited from the OM-D.

A large Live MOS sensor and the powerful TruePic VI GPU make FAST AF work and capture the best images in 16-bit resolution.1 Megapixel and Full HD video even in low light maximum sensitivity of ISO25600 .

Simple, intuitive creativity

A 3-inch flip-down touchscreen opens up a wealth of creative possibilities for users. You can shoot overhead or from the ground, and flip up the display for easy self-portraits.

FlashAir™ and a free app that lets you send photos to your favorite social networking sites with your smartphone.

Create with 12 Art Filters and Art Effects, applicable to both photos and videos. The desired result of the filters, as well as the settings “Photoguide” can be seen on the display before you start shooting.

And, when shooting HD video, you can create smooth transitions from one filter to the next with Artistic Transition.

Easy access to video in the new PEN mini

The luxurious new PEN mini E-PM2 differs from its predecessor by featuring extra buttons for easy preview and deletion. In addition to features like the PEN Lite, the new PEN mini also has a tilting display. It offers a handy self-timer function that lets you take up to 10 pictures at a set interval – a great way to shoot a portrait with friends.

Available in three colors: black, silver and white. They’re fully compatible with the new super slim 15mm 1:8.0 lens, perfect for spontaneous shooting. If you like to take pictures underwater, the PEN Lite comes with the PT-EP10 underwater case which lets you dive down to 45m 298 ft . The box will go on sale in November 2012.

Outstanding features

– 16 resolution Live MOS sensor.1 megapixel camera

– Powerful TruePic VI graphics processor

– High-performance 2-axis image stabilizer

– Compact and silent M lens included.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm 28-84mm* 1:3.5-5.6 IIR

– Full HD movie shooting 1080p in mov with stereo sound

– FAST AF and 3D autofocus tracking

– 3-diagonal flip-down display.0″ 460,000 dots touch screen E-PM2: 3″ static display .0″ and 460,000 dots

– Photo Guide function when shooting Full HD video and still images in P/S/M/A modes

– Ability to assign its function to the control disk PEN Lite E-PL5 only

– Scene mode selection via touch screen display PEN mini E-PM2 only

– 12 “Art Filters,” including the new “Watercolor” filter. Filters can be combined with “Art Effects”, including the new “Monochrome” effect.

– Artistic Transition function for smooth transition from one filter to another when shooting HD video

– Art Filter Bracketing

– HDR bracketing to get one frame out of five taken at different exposures

– Live Bulb/Live Time” function for monitoring results on display during hand-held photography

– Beautiful, compact body with metallic finish

– Interchangeable grip on E-PL5, stylish fixed grip on E-PM2

– Compatible with 26 Micro 4/3 lenses, 27 4/3 lenses and more than 500 other lenses via adapter

– Compatible with the new 15mm 1:8.0 lens

– High-speed continuous shooting at 8 frames per second

– SDXC™ and Eye-Fi™ card support

– Supports FlashAir™ technology

– Free iOS and Android app that lets you upload, edit, and share your photos on social networks with your smartphone or PC

– Optional Underwater Scuba Box PT-EP10 to dive to a depth of 45 meters E-PL5 only

* Equiv. for 35mm format.

SD is a trademark of the SD Card Association.

Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi, Inc.

FlashAir is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.

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