Olympus E-P1 user review

The Olympus E-P1 was the first camera to implement the brand's new Micro Four Thirds mount, allowing interchangeable lenses on a much smaller camera body. The design is reminiscent of the brand's old PEN film cameras, and offers a 12.3MP sensor and 3in LCD among a host of other features suited to the consumer.

    * 12.3MP, 18 x 13.5mm Live MOS sensor
    * 3in, 230k-dot LCD screen
    * Compact body with interchangeable lenses
    * Full PASM exposure control

Ghene Snowdon shares some of her experiences with her Olympus Pen E-P1

The Olympus Pen E-P1 is a classic-looking modern-day camera. Its simplicity and portability helps you, the photographer, to try out creative ideas. Because of its versatility, good looks and great image quality, I love my Pen.

Greenwich: I spent a lot of time on top of this hill, admiring the view and the tranquil setting.
1/320sec @ f/9, ISO 200

It does not need to be technically perfect nor extremely fast - as long as I can take that shot wherever I am, especially places where ‘professional' DSLR cameras are not allowed, it's perfect.

Monaco: The view of Port Condamine, Monaco, during the Kart Cup. Taken from the Old Town.
1/500sec @ f/11, ISO 200

The E-P1, like its younger siblings, is small and very easy to carry. It sits in the bag but never stays there for long - wherever you go, there is always a picture waiting for you to capture.

Sunflower: I was able to get excellent macro images by combining the EP-1 with the ZD 35mm 1:3.5 macro lens and supported adaptor.
1/80sec @ f/4, ISO 320

Ghene Snowdon, London