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New MFT cameras from Olympus


 Good news coming for fans of the Olympus PEN cameras, Olympus expands its portfolio for micro four thirds cameras (MFT) with the launch of their PEN E-PL5 and E-PM2. Both cameras use the Live MOS sensor with 16.1 megapixel resolution and the TruePic VI image processor also invested in flagship products OM-D E-M5.  

Both cameras have a sensor High-Speed ​​Live MOS with 16.1 megapixel resolution and the TruePic VI image processor which is also embedded in the product flagship Olympus OM-D E-M5.

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Olympus E-PL5 and E-PM2 has a sensitivity range of ISO 100 to 12,800 which could be increased up to ISO 25,600 to support performance in capturing images with low lighting levels. Both cameras are also supported by the speed of the AF system FAST (Frequency Acceleration Sensor Technology).

Olympus E-PL5 and E-PM2 also has the ability to take photos in succession up to speed with the speed of 8fps, Full HD 1080i video recording, and editing photos with RAW format directly from the camera.

Olympus has also included two new PEN cameras Image Share this with applications that facilitate the transfer of photos to social networking. To do so, users can connect the camera memory card with Wi-Fi connections are embedded in iOS and Android-based smartphones.

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What is the main difference of these two Olympus? The fundamental difference between the E-and E-PM2 PL5 lies in its body design. Olympus E-PL5 has a metal body with an LCD screen that can be rotated up to 180 degrees. So for those of you who tend to be narcissistic, this camera is perfect for self-portrait. E-PL5 also comes with more manual controls in it. The camera is also equipped with a handle (camera grip) which can be changed according to taste.

E-PL5 has a metal body with an LCD screen that can be rotated up to 170 degrees and down 64 degrees and consists of three colors (black, white, and silver). Unlike the E-PL5, E-PM2 PEN camera designed as the most portable with light weight and small size, as well as additional color choices of red. While the Olympus E-PM2 has a compact body design that is smaller and lighter weight than the E-PL5. The camera also has a more fashionable to have a navigation menu that is easier to use.
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Olympus E-PL5 comes with a choice of silver, black and white. The camera is priced at U.S. $ 649.99 (body only). While E-PM2 has a color choice of silver, black, white and red, this will be marketed for U.S. $ 549.99 (body only).

Besides Panasonic, Olympus is really serious to develop Micro Four Third cameras as well as lenses, so the fans MFT camera you can rely on for a variety of photographic needs, now and in the future. Hopefully between Olympus and Panasonic interchangeable lens exchange, making it beneficial for the maximum MFT camera enthusiasts worldwide.


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