Gadgets & Gizmos

Olympus launches three new PEN compact system cameras today. The Olympus PEN family features high image quality, fast speed, point-and-shoot, full HD video and capable of performing advance features like a DSLR camera.


Other features of the PEN cameras include a new 12.3-megapixel Live MOS Image Sensor, TruePic VI Image Processor, high ISO of 12,800, a reengineered autofocus system, full 1080i HD video with Dolby Digital sound recording.
The PEN E-P3 has a all-metal design body and claimed to be the world’s fastest autofocus. The portable size allows it easy to be carried around with a pleasure of the DSLR image quality and control. The PEN E-P3 also has a 614,000 pixel, high-resolution touchscreen at the back. On the other side, PEN E-PL3 has similar features but equipped with a tilting three-inch LCD.
Finally, the PEN E-PM1 is the smallest and lightest amongst the Olympus PEN family. It is available in six different colors. It has both the simplified user interface for beginners and a streamlined button structure for advanced users.
Pricing for these cameras are not fully available yet. The PEN E-P3 will be priced around $900 and will be on sale in August.