The Olympus PEN E-PL2 Digital Camera - Black with M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f2.8 Lens for Micro Four Thirds Cameras (Black) is a dream come true for many photographers--with 12.3 megapixels, plus technology normally found in much larger cameras.

It features a PEN large-size image sensor that is 8 times larger than the ones in average point & shoot cameras. This sensor, combined with the TruePic V Image Processor, delivers excellent dynamic range, accurate color and reduced noise, all the way up to ISO 6400. With state-of-the art noise reduction technology and 3 in-body image stabilization modes, users will realize clear images with all compatible lenses under most lighting conditions.

The E-PL2's iAuto mode automatically identifies the scene you're shooting (portrait, landscape, night portrait, macro, or sport) and adjusts the settings to optimize results. While in iAuto you can engage Live Guide control which lets you compose your picture, manipulate the image with various in-camera effects like softening backgrounds, adjusting colors, and brightness before taking the photo.

Adding to the dream, recording HD movies (720p) with the E-PL2 is simple thanks to an easy-to-reach record button on the back of the camera body. You can toggle back and forth between capturing stills and video which opens endless shooting possibilities. For example, you can shoot a portrait of a child and switch to video to capture the moment when he or she is playing with the dog that interrupted your shooting session.

This camera has 19 automatic scene-select modes which adjust camera settings according to the subject you are photographing plus 6 in-camera Art Filters (Pop Art, Soft Focus, Grainy Film, Pin Hole, Diorama and the new Gentle Sepia filter). These tools make image capture easy and can expand your creativity.

This E-PL2 comes with an M.Zuiko Digital 17mm Lens which is extremely compact and lightweight. It has ED lens elements which deliver very high imaging performance, and despite its small size, it delivers amazing image brightness and contrast. It covers wide angle to short telephoto distances and is suitable for just about any kind of photography: portraits, everyday shooting, sports, and traveling.

• Inc. 17mm Lens
• Live View on 3.0" LCD Display
• Live Guide Image Manipulation
• 12.3 Megapixels
• 19 Automatic Scene-Select Modes
• HD Movies (720p)
• 6 In-Camera Art Filters
• 3 In-Body Image Stabilization Modes
• Advanced Dust-Reduction System
• Advanced Shadow Adjustment Technology

The M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/2.8 (Black) from Olympus is a wide-angle pancake lens for Olympus PEN and other cameras using the Micro Four Thirds format. It has a 17mm focal length (equivalent to 34mm on a 35mm format camera) and a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture for shooting everything from landscapes and portraits to close-ups with outstanding image quality. This lens is so compact (only 0.87" (22mm) long), that with the camera attached you can carry it in a handbag, purse, and even a coat pocket. It (barely) tips the scales at a negligible 2.5 oz (71 g).

• Extremely compact (just 0.87"/22mm long) wide-angle (34mm in 35mm format) lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras.

• Focuses down to 7.87" (0.2m).

• Fast f/2.8 maximum aperture.

• Lightweight--just (71 g)

• For Olympus PEN cameras

• Compatible with Micro Four Thirds cameras

Specifications for Olympus PEN E-PL2 Digital Camera (Black)  

CAMERA TYPE : Interchangeable lens, Live View digital camera

IMAGING

Resolution	12.3MP
Color Spaces	sRGB, Adobe RGB
Sensor	High speed Live MOS Sensor
File Formats	JPEG RAW (12-bit lossless compression) RAW + JPEG
File Size	RAW: 4032 x 3042 pixels (approx. 1/1.5 lossless compressed) Approx. 13.9MB Set1(LF): 4032 x 3042 pixels (1/4 compressed) Approx. 5.7MB Set2(LN): 4032 x 3042 pixels (1/8 compressed) Approx. 2.7MB Set3(MN): 2560 x 1920 pixels (1/8 compressed) Approx. 1.1MB Set4(SN): 1024 x 768 pixels (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.3MB Large: 4032 x 3024 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 8.2MB 4032 x 3024 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 5.7MB 4032 x 3024 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 2.7MB 4032 x 3024 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 1.8MB Middle: 3200 x 2400 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 5.4MB 3200 x 2400 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 3.4MB 3200 x 2400 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 1.7MB 3200 x 2400 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 1.2MB 2560 x 1920 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 3.2MB 2560 x 1920 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 2.2MB 2560 x 1920 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 1.1MB 2560 x 1920 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.8MB Small: 1600 x 1200 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 1.3MB 1600 x 1200 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 0.9MB 1600 x 1200 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.5MB 1600 x 1200 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.4MB 1280 x 960 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 0.9MB 1280 x 960 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 0.6MB 1280 x 960 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.3MB 1280 x 960 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.3MB 1024 x 768 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 0.6MB 1024 x 768 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 0.4MB 1024 x 768 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.3MB 1024 x 768 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.2MB 640 x 480 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 0.3MB 640 x 480 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 0.2MB 640 x 480 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.1MB 640 x 480 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.1MB
Recording Format	Still: DCF, DPOF compatible/Exif, Print Image Matching III Movie: AVI Motion JPEG(30fps)
Image Size	RAW: 4032 x 3024 pixels JPEG: 4032 x 3024 pixels, 640 x 480 pixels
Aspect Ratio	1.33 (4:3)
Image Stabilization	Built into camera body Modes IS1: 2 dimensional activation IS2: 1 dimensional activation in landscape frame to vertical direction moving IS3: 1 dimensional activation in portrait frame to vertical direction moving OFF
Focusing	AF system: Imager Contrast Detection AF system (When non high-speed imager AF compatible lens is used, it works as AF assist)
Focus Modes	Single AF (S-AF) Continuous AF (C-AF) Manual Focus (MF) S-AF + MF AF Tracking (C-AF + TR)
Number of Focusing Points	11-area multiple AF with the contrast detection system Focus point selection: Auto from all 11 areas Single area from 11 areas Auto from almost all areas when face detection is on Free selection (from 225 points) when Magnified View mode is selected Focus tracking available Manual focus assist available

LENS

Focal Length	17 mm Comparable Four Thirds and Micro 4/3 Focal Length: 34 mm
Aperture	Maximum: f/2.8 Minimum: f/22
Camera Mount Type	Micro Four Thirds
Format Compatibility	Micro Four Thirds
Angle of View	65°
Minimum Focus Distance	7.87" (20 cm)
Magnification	0.11x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio	1:9.09
Groups/Elements	4/6
Diaphragm Blades	5

Features
Image Stabilization	No
Autofocus	Yes
Tripod Collar	No

Physical
Filter Thread	37 mm
Dimensions (DxL)	Approx. 2.24 x 0.87" (57 x 22 mm)
Weight	2.5 oz (71 g)

EXPOSURE CONTROL

Sensitivity	Auto: ISO 200 - 6400 (customizable, default: 200-1600)
Shutter Type	Computerized focal-plane shutter
Shutter Speeds	60 - 1/2000 sec Bulb: up to 30 min (default: 8 min) 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV steps (selectable)
Metering	TTL image sensor metering system
Metering Range	EV 0 - 18 (digital ESP, center weighted average, spot metering)
Exposure Modes	iAuto P: Program AE A: Aperture priority AE
Exposure Mode Control	Scene select AE: Portrait e-Portrait Landscape Macro Sport Night Scene Night + Portrait Children <="" li=""> Landscape + Portrait
Multiple Display Configuration	2 frames Functions: auto gain, Live View, exposing on recorded picture
White Balance	Auto WB System: High speed Live MOS sensor Preset: Lamp (3000°K) Fluorescent 1 (4000°K) Fluorescent 2 (4500°K) Fluorescent 3 (6600°K) Daylight (5300°K) Flash (5500°K) Cloudy (6000°K) Shade (7500°K) WB Compensation: ±7 steps in each A-B/G axis (in Auto WB, Preset WB mode, 1-touch WB) WB Bracketing: 3 frames in 2, 4, 6, steps selectable in each A-B/G-M axis
Mirror Lock-Up	N/A
Burst Capability	Approx. 3 frames/sec
Self Timer	12/2 sec (cancel available)
Remote Control	N/A
Picture Modes	i-Enhance Vivid Natural Portrait Muted Adjustment Parameters: Contrast Sharpness and saturation level available in 5 steps for i-Enhance, Vivid, Natural, Portrait and Muted Filter Effect: Yellow, orange, red or green filter available for monotone in 4 gradation levels (Auto, High Key, Normal, Low Key)

FLASH

Built-in Flash	Yes
Flash Modes	External: Auto Red-eye reduction Red-eye reduction slow sync Slow sync at 1st curtain Slow sync at 2nd curtain l-in Off
External Flash Connection	YES Compatible Olympus E-system flash units: FL-50R, FL-36R, FL-50, FL-36, FL-20, FL-14
Max Sync Speed	1/30 - 1/60 sec Super FP: 1/125 -1/2000 sec
Remote Control	Wireless flash control available (4 channels, 3 groups)

MEMORY

Memory Cards	SD SDHC
Still Images per GB	Approx. 290 shots (IS ON, CIPA test standard) with BLS-1 Lithium-ion battery and Toshiba class 6 SDHC 4GB card

A/V RECORDING

Recording Format	AVI Motion JPEG (30fps)
Video Resolution	HD: 1280 x 720, aspect: 16:9 SD: 640 x 480, aspect: 4:3 (VGA)
Video Clip Length	HD: 7 min SD: 14 min Maximum file size: 2GB (limited by AVI format)
Audio Recording	Wave format base Stereo PCM (64-bit, 44.1kHz) Mono

DISPLAY

Display	2.4" LCD with Live View MOS image sensor
Field of View	100%
Display Modes	Normal Grid line Histogram (3 types) Magnified view Comparable view Off (for optical view finder use) Face detection: 8 frames max.
Languages	English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Czech, Dutch, Danish, Polish, Portuguese, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Croat, Slovenian, Hungarian, Greek, Slovakian, Turkish, Latvian, Estonian, Lithuanian, Ukrainian, Serbian, Bulgarian, Rumanian, Indonesian
Interfaces	Computer interface: USB 2.0 TV interface: HDMI (HD, mono or stereo sound) HDMI: Mini HDMI type-C (1080i/720p/576p/480p) Flash attachment: Hot shoe External flash PC jack Accessory Port (external microphones, electronic viewfinder
Operating/Storage Temperature	32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C) (operation) -4 - 140°F (-20 - 60°C) (storage)
Weatherproofing	No

POWER

Battery Type	BLS-5 Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Power Adapter	BCS-5 battery charger

PHYSICAL

Dimensions (WxHxD)	4.51 x 2.84 x 1.63" (114.6 x 72.2 x 41.5mm) (excluding protrusions)
Weight	10.4 oz (296 g) (body only) 12.13 oz (344 g) (including battery and memory card)

Specifications for M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/2.8 (Black) from Olympus

Performance

Focal Length	17 mm Comparable Four Thirds and Micro 4/3 Focal Length: 34 mm
Aperture	Maximum: f/2.8 Minimum: f/22
Camera Mount Type	Micro Four Thirds
Format Compatibility	Micro Four Thirds
Angle of View	65°
Minimum Focus Distance	7.87" (20 cm)
Magnification	0.11x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio	1:9.09
Groups/Elements	4/6
Diaphragm Blades	5

Features

Image Stabilization	No
Autofocus	Yes
Tripod Collar	No

Physical

Filter Thread	37 mm
Dimensions (DxL)	Approx. 2.24 x 0.87" (57 x 22 mm)
Weight	2.5 oz (71 g)