Olympus PEN E-PL2 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm SLR Camera Kit 13.1 MP Live MOS 4032 x 3024 pixels White

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2011-09-23 02:20:55

Average rating:79

Uk has collected 79 expert reviews for Olympus PEN E-PL2 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm SLR Camera Kit 13.1 MP Live MOS 4032 x 3024 pixels White and the average expert rating is 79 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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amateurphotographer.co.uk

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2011-09-23 02:20:45

Average rating:60

Aimed at entry-level photographers and photography enthusiasts, compact system cameras (CSC) are currently the biggest area of growth in the digital camera market. Smaller and lighter than a DSLR, these interchangeable-lens cameras appeal to people upgrad...

With the Olympus Pen E-PL2s simple styling, ease of use and competitive price, it will appeal to entry-level photographers who dont want to dip their toes into the seemingly murky waters of buying and using a DSLR. The addition of a range of customisabl...

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macworld.co.uk

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:80

The E-PL2 is Olympus’ fourth Micro Four Thirds system digital Pen camera to take design inspiration from the 1960s film camera series of the same name. And, like its three predecessors since 2009 in the E-P1, E-P2 and direct forebear the E-PL1, it has...

Bigger screen than the E-PL1 predecessor; smaller than a DSLR but with a similar array of options; six Art Filter digital effects raise this one above the pack...
Modest revamp of the existing E-PL1; addition of the fiddly Live Wheel scroll wheel control at the rear feels like a step backwards...

techradar.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:60

Olympus Pen E-PL2: OverviewOlympus's Pen range of Micro Four Thirds compact system cameras seems to have captured the imagination of more photographers than its Four Thirds system ever did. The main reason for this is likely to be that the Micro Four T...

Easy to use, Fun Art filters, Good chroma noise control, AF fast for a contrast detection system...
No viewfinder built-in, Highest quality JPEG option buried in menu, Only 11 large AF points...

digicambuyer.co.uk

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:100

The Olympus E-PL2 is the latest addition to the PEN line-up, swooping in to replace the E-PL1. Having said that, though, the E-PL2 offers subtle improvements and updates that keep this model at the forefront of compact system cameras, rather than a bol...

A well-specced camera with plenty of options to get creative with. It’s ideal for family outings, travel and events where portability and quality are key Overall Our provides the latest photography news, reviews, previews, features and tecniques. Alt...

digitalversus.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:80

In Auto mode, the Olympus E-PL2 has the same simplified 'TV style' interface as seen in the E-PL1. It's a good idea, which allows users to change settings and the overall appearance of their photos without needing any technical knowledge.But we just ca...

Nice build and finish, comfortable and pleasant to handle, Simplified user interface, General responsiveness: startup, saving photos, autofocus etc, Picture quality up to 800 ISO or even 1600 ISO, Incredibly compact zoom lens supplied...
Only one setting can be adjusted at once in Auto mode!, Video mode lags behind current standards (mono sound, format, definition), Interminable and sometimes unclear menus, From 3200 ISO, Sony's NEX cameras do much better, What happened to the 100 ISO setting?...
The Olympus E-PL2 is a very good update of the E-PL1. It's better built and has a few nice, if predictable, new features (click-round wheel, screen, image processing etc.). As it stands, in early 2011, this is clearly the most attractive Pen camera on...

gadgetshow.channel5.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:80

The Olympus E-PL2 is the latest camera to be join Olympus' PEN range, offering an incredibly compact design, stunning build quality and great photographs. You can also switch lenses, letting you get up close to the action, whatever you're photographing...

We love the styling and quality of the Olympus E-PL2. It's a lot more compact than most cameras with interchangeable lenses, and it looks great. The metal casing is robust and tactile, and feels a lot more expensive than it actually is. The Olympus E-PL2 comes with a new kit lens as standard. Offering a 14-42mm focal length, you'll be able to shoot pretty much anything close up without having to...
Video quality isn't quite as good as you'll find on some of the Olympus E-PL2's rivals. Sound is only recorded in mono – unless you invest in an external microphone – and video is shot in Motion JPEG rather than AVCHD.
Despite that, the Olympus E-PL2 is a fantastic little camera. Photo quality isn't far off that of DSLRs, yet the packaging is a lot more compact and easy to carry round with you. The Olympus E-PL2 is well worth a look if you're in the market for a prem...

electricpig.co.uk

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:80

The latest model in the vintage-flavoured PEN range, the Olympus E-PL2 is one of the most compact interchangeable lens cameras you can buy. So how does this 12.3MP snapper compare to recently launched rivals such as the Sony NEX-5 and Panasonic GF2...

Superb build quality. New kit lens. Sharp screen. Userfriendly features. Good picture quality.
Video not up to rivals' standards. Touchtofocus would have been welcome.
While we don’t think the Olympus E-PL2 is quite up to the all-round standards of the Sony NEX-5 or Panasonic GF2, it’s definitely our favourite PEN camera so far, and a great premium snapper in its own right. If Olympus continues on this path, its next...

theregister.co.uk

Updated:
2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:80

When the original Olympus PEN E-P1 came out in 2009 it arguably marked the start of a revolution. Its mirrorless design meant that it was far smaller than a DSLR, yet its relatively large sensor meant it took considerably better quality images than com...

The E-PL2 is a great camera. It's a huge amount of fun, is highly usable, and I'm a big fan of its retro design. It's also an enormously capable performer - simple enough that beginners will be able to pick it up and use it, while offering enough powe...

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trustedreviews.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:80

With the promise of 'fuss free' photography for those wanting to take higher quality pictures than their current compact allows, the 12.3 effective megapixel E-PL2 is Olympus' fourth Micro Four Thirds compact system Digital Pen camera. It arrives in the w...

Large, quality 3in screen, Great image quality, In-body image stabilisation, Improved, silent kit lens, Inbuilt art filters...
No instant access video, Slightly fiddly handling, Image quality not quite as good as DSLR, Not quite as slim as competition...

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digitalone.com.sg

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2011-09-23 02:20:47

Average rating:70

Instead if you're still itching to spend your money, you may want to trade in your older 14-42mm kit lens for the new MSC version - you'll get most of the benefits of the E-PL2 without having to spend too much money.

Improved styling; slightly improved lowlight performance; ultraquiet autofocus with new MSC lens...
High ISO noise performance.

T3.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:49

Average rating:80

Since 2008 we have witnessed a steady trickle of digital cameras that have removed the internal mirror mechanism of a SLR to bring lens and sensor closer together and enable physically smaller camera bodies. These cameras have been referred to as ‘h...

Smaller than a DSLR but with plenty of creative options including six Art Filters that prove almost a match for a starter DSLR proper...
riced as high as a starter DSLR; lots of available extras that cost, well, extra, fiddly Live Wheel scroll wheel...

techadvisor.co.uk

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2011-09-23 02:20:51

Average rating:0

Product Code: N4287892 The recently announced 12.3Mp Olympus PEN E-PL2 digital camera is extremely promising. We had the opportunity to briefly play around with the PEN E-PL2, and think it's likely to be one of the best interchangeable lens cameras a...

The Olympus PEN E-PL2 Micro FourThirds camera contains plenty of improvements over the Olympus PEN E-PL1, including much smoother video capture and better autofocus performance. We look forward to giving it a thorough workout once it's released. Elias...

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pocket-lint.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:51

Average rating:90

Tweet The Olympus E-PL2 replaces, or rather modifies, the Olympus E-PL1, Olympus’ Micro Four Thirds hybrid camera. As an “update” it doesn’t rewrite the book, it doesn’t usher in a new round of features or a new design, but it does make a few tweaks t...

Compact, good build quality, Art Filters are fun, simple controls, some great quality results, growing number of accessories in the Micro Four Thirds arena...
Not much of a change over the E-PL1, some intermittent shadow noise at low ISOs...
The Olympus E-PL2 offers a compact and attractive system camera with the potential to expand with a range of existing accessories. Baring some minor gripes about video capture and shadow noise, it is a fun camera and light enough to port around just ab...

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dpexpert.com.au

Updated:
2011-11-08 14:47:04

Average rating:0

This 12.3 megapixel camera is the latest in the Olympus micro four thirds range of small interchangeable lens units. The kit lens is an improved version of the 14–42 with faster focus and a smoother zoom. The versatile accessory port takes an external...

Image quality is very good, particularly in RAW with the files converted in Olympus Master 2, available as a free download from olympus.com.au The new kit lens has fixed one of the criticisms of the original micro four thirds lens which was said to be slo...
There is a lot of plastic, which accounts for the low mass, and the silver model that we had for testing looks plasticky. However all the parts seem rigid enough even though the aesthetics are not appealing.
The Olympus micro four thirds cameras are ideal for anyone who wants decent image quality in a smallish body. And that the lenses are interchangeable is a bonus. For owners of OM lenses there is the option of an adapter that works well, but focusing...

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photoreview.com.au

Updated:
2011-11-08 14:47:09

Average rating:85

Announced in early January, the E-PL2 is a fourth-generation model in Olympus's PEN family of compact interchangeable lens cameras. Featuring the same 12.3-megapixel Live MOS Sensor as the E-PL1, the new model has a redesigned user interface and larger...

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evogadget.com

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2013-04-21 00:50:36

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Famous and loved Olympus comes this year with a new point-and-shoot device, known as E-PL2. With a long tradition of producing from good to very good gadgets, we expect this new one to deliver, especially since we have already read numerous reviews statin...

In conclusion, the Olympus E-PL2 camera is sure to offer very nice photos and videos, but it doesn't perform that well when it comes to speed...

stuff.tv

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2014-03-20 05:10:39

Average rating:80

When it comes to dinky cameras with swappable lenses, Panasonic and Sony have outshone the Olympus PEN range in recent times – but not any more. With the E-PL2, the original Micro Four Thirds pioneer has got its swagger back. It starts with the kit...

The mightiest PEN so far: gorgeous, user friendly and a top performer...

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theglobeandmail.com

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2014-03-20 05:10:39

Average rating:0

Consumer electronics companies have, from time to time, forgotten the familiar adage that “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Camera maker Olympus has not, at least when it comes to their excellent PEN digital camera. The fourth iteration, the PEN E-PL2...

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photoreview.com.au

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2014-06-07 03:54:46

Average rating:85

Build and Ergonomics The E-PL2 is available in silver, black and red. Its body made of aluminium and plastic and is more solidly built than Olympus's digicams (but not in the same league as Fujifilm's X100). The front panel resembles the E-PL1, although t...

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ferdzdecena.com

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2016-11-24 12:20:03

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Now on its 4th PEN, Olympus displayed evolution on this new M43rds model. The Olympus PEN E-PL2 is their most recent release which is by naming convention is a successor to their E-PL1 which proved successful at launch. As a user of the Olympus PEN E-PL1...

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hardwarezone.com.ph

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2016-11-24 12:20:03

Average rating:90

For those who loved the Olympus PEN E-P cameras but found the prices a little dear, the E-PL1 offered a more affordable alternative minus the frills like dedicated controls, but with the same quality sensor and a built-in flash in a smaller body.The E-PL2...

New control wheel makes manual control easier, Larger LCD with higher resolution, Good ISO performance, Fast and accurate autofocus...
Interface menu could be more userfriendly...
The E-PL2 is better than the E-PL1 in every way, but is it enough to go against the competition like the Panasonic GF2 which has a touch-screen and the Sony NEX-3 which has a larger APS-C sensor? Unlike those two camera lines, the advantage the Olympus PE...

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thestar.com.my

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2016-11-24 12:20:03

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The Olympus E-PL2 arrives with a newly-redesigned body and a quieter kit lens but is it worth the upgrade? By TAN KIT HOONGintech@thestar.com.my IT HAS only been less than a year since the Olympus E-PL1 was released and now the company has introduced...

Improved styling; slightly improved low-light performance; ultra-quiet autofocus with new MSC lens.
High ISO noise performance.
The E-PL2 is a more refined camera in many ways, over its predecessor - it has finally gained the retro styling that was a bit lacking in the E-PL1; the ISO performance is a little bit better than before and the kit lens is quieter and smaller. The q...

luminous-landscape.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:45

Average rating:0

The Olympus E-PL2, as well as other Olympus PEN models, share the Micro Four Thirds lens mount with Panasonic. This means that any MFT lens, or other lens via an MFT adaptor, can work on any camera. But something worth considering is that while Panasonic puts stabilization in their lenses...

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digital-photography-school.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:45

Average rating:0

It’s been a while since I’ve seen the PEN E-PL1 and this one comes at the right time — and price — for an entry level camera following the Four Thirds plan. In keeping with the PEN format the camera is mirrorless, dispensing with the pentaprism and op...

Quality: I had great fun with this compact, manageable camera. Colour and sharpness? Excellent.I could not expand this review any further. To do so would be to add mere padding. Truth is, with the PEN E-PL2 what you see is pretty well what you get: it is...

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whatdigitalcamera.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:87

The Olympus PEN E-PL2 updates the more budget-targeted E-PL1 model from yesteryear. When the original digital PEN arrived a couple of years ago, it captured the imagination on many photographers. It heralded a new generation of compact, high-quality, i...

Design, Build, Handling and competitive image quality...
No viewfinder may put off some and performance not up to a similar priced DSLR...
There's no denying that the E-PL2 is a welcome development over the E-PL1 and, in many ways, is the most rounded of the non-viewfinder Compact System Cameras.Starting with its looks, it's a balanced blend of retro and modern that eclipses its rivals...

g4tv.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:80

Video Review: The Olympus PEN E-PL2 digital camera makes taking high quality pictures easier than ever with its TruePic image processor, 720p video recording and creative art filters for $550. Chris Hardwick and Candace Bailey review the user friendly...

Neocamera.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:60

The Olympus PEN E-PL2 is the entry-level Micro Four-Thirds SLD from Olympus. This digital camera is built around a 12 megapixels Four-Thirds sensor with a maximum ISO of 6400, 3 FPS full-resolution output and 720p HD video capability. The E-PL2 is one...

The Olympus PEN E-PL2 proves to be an interesting camera with more capabilities and sophistication than expected from an entry-level model. The Micro Four-Thirds sensor used in the E-PL2 delivers excellent results with low image noise and good sharpne...

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pcmag.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:80

Back in September of 2008, Olympus and Panasonic announced the Micro Four Thirds standard. The companies promised to produce interchangeable-lens cameras that would deliver D-SLR-quality speed and images, but in smaller-than-D-SLR bodies. Panasonic's p...

Beautiful image quality, Compact body, Large image sensor, Digital accessories port and hotshoe, Dual menu system tailored toward either beginners or seasoned photographers, Silent autofocus during video recording with kit lens...
Low light performance isn't as good as cameras with APS-C-size image sensors, Proprietary USB port...
The Olympus E-PL2 is the least-expensive compact interchangeable-lens camera you can buy. And while it offers very good image quality, some same-price cameras use even larger image sensors and deliver better low-light performance...

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electronista.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:80

The Olympus E-PL2 is a still-rare sequel to a MILC (mirrorless interchangeable lens camera). It promises to once again offer a way for relative beginners to get into serious photography as well as a possible sidearm camera for veterans. Now in its four...

Good image for the price, Sharper LCD, Better controls, Dedicated video record button, Excellent fit and finish, Popup flash, Penpal Bluetooth addon, Cheap lens options, Fun art filters...
Still no dedicated viewfinder builtin, No changes to the sensor, Not ideal in low light, Penpal not quick for big photos, "JellO" wobble in panning video.
We suspect the intended audience will be very happy with the E-PL2. Apart from its jewel-like construction and finish, it’s an amazing piece of hardware for the price and size. The image quality is good for the class, and we saw some important steps fo...

techreviewsource.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:70

The Olympus Pen E-PL2 is a Micro Four Thirds 12.3-megapixel interchangeable lens digital camera with a 3x optical zoom and a 3-inch LCD display. It has a very comfortable compact design and will certainly please more advanced photographers that do...

Comfortable design, Interchangeable lenses, Good automatic mode, Very good image quality...
No optical viewfinder, Poor lowlight video quality, No external mic port, Confusing menu system...

techcrunch.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:0

Features: 3-inch LCD Four color choices PenPal Wireless Support 12 oz weight MSRP: $599 Pros: Quieter lenses Improved power button placement Lighter Cons: A bit pricy for entry-level shooters Performance almost identical to E-PL1 No viewfinder Short...

Again, I'm a big fan of what Olympus has done here and if you're in the market for a mid-level portable camera with some great features, the E-PL2 is waiting for your call. Even with the caveats I mention above, the move towards micro 4/3s is exciting and...

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etechreviews.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

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Olympus has made some feature and design enhancements for this camera and there the performance too has been tweaked. The result is that you get a better camera along with better photo quality and the shooting experience too has been improved as compar...

imaging-resource.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:46

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The Olympus PEN E-PL2 is available now for around US$600 with the new 14-42mm kit lens. New accessories for the PL2 will include a PT-EP03 underwater housing for use at up to 40 meters (130 feet), Fish-eye Lens Converter (FCON-P01), Wide-angle Lens Conver...

Less flashy but more functional redesigned camera body handles like a comfortable DSLR rather than an awkward rangefinder, Comfy, textured faux-leather handgrip, Contrast detection based autofocus system functions much faster than previous models witho...
Archaic menu system is confusing and unnecessarily complicated, Live Guide II system should be easier to access and adjust, customize, Shooting tips in Live Guide II suffer from bad translation, Buttons are too small; no exterior control for ISO, ISO s...
Though I've admired Olympus' Pen-series compact system cameras in the past for their stylish designs and bounty of features, I didn't find them to be particularly enjoyable to shoot with. Until now. With the 12.3MP Olympus Pen E-PL2, the company has go...

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macworld.com

Updated:
2011-09-23 02:20:46

Average rating:80

Olympus is putting a lot of energy into its Micro Four Thirds product line, and the PEN E-PL2 digital SLR demonstrates that the company has no plans to rest on its laurels. Even though it has stayed with the 12.3-megapixel Live CMOS image sensor that w...

Ergonomically comfortable body with textured hand grip, recessed on/off button, mode dial, and control wheel, Improved 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko MSC zoom kit lens, In-body image stabilization, HD movie (720p) controls including manual exposure and art filters. Allows zooming during capture, Accessory Port 2 for expanded functionality, Built-in wireless flash control...
No built-in external mic jack—must buy accessory port adapter, Complex menu system, Limited to AVI movie format (Motion JPEG OpenDML)...

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stuff.tv

Updated:
2011-09-23 02:20:47

Average rating:80

When it comes to dinky cameras with swappable lenses, Panasonic and Sony have outshone the Olympus PEN range in recent times – but not any more. With the E-PL2, the original Micro Four Thirds pioneer has got its swagger back. It starts with the kit...

The mightiest PEN so far: gorgeous, user friendly and a top performer...

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hardwarezone.com.sg

Updated:
2011-09-23 02:20:47

Average rating:90

For those who loved the Olympus PEN E-P cameras but found the prices a little dear, the E-PL1 offered a more affordable alternative minus the frills like dedicated controls, but with the same quality sensor and a built-in flash in a smaller body.The E-...

The E-PL2 is better than the E-PL1 in every way, but is it enough to go against the competition like the Panasonic GF2 which has a touch-screen and the Sony NEX-3 which has a larger APS-C sensor? Unlike those two camera lines, the advantage the Olympus...

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star-techcentral.com

Updated:
2011-09-23 02:20:48

Average rating:0

The Olympus E-PL2 arrives with a newly-redesigned body and a quieter kit lens but is it worth the upgrade? By TAN KIT HOONGintech@thestar.com.my IT HAS only been less than a year since the Olympus E-PL1 was released and now the company has introduced...

Improved styling; slightly improved low-light performance; ultra-quiet autofocus with new MSC lens.
High ISO noise performance.
The E-PL2 is a more refined camera in many ways, over its predecessor - it has finally gained the retro styling that was a bit lacking in the E-PL1; the ISO performance is a little bit better than before and the kit lens is quieter and smaller. The q...

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dcresource.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:49

Average rating:0

The Olympus E-PL2 ($599 with lens) is a consumer-friendly interchangeable lens camera that uses the Micro Four Thirds standard. It's the successor the to E-PL1, and has a fairly modest list of improvements. They include a more ergonomic design, a larg...

Very good photo quality (though see issues below), Good value for the money, Compact, well designed body; comes in four colors, Sensorshift image stabilization, 3inch LCD display with 460,000 pixels, good outdoor visibility, and wide viewing angle, Full manual controls, with lots of white balance options, four kinds of bracketing, and tons of custom functions, RAW format supported, good editor in...
Frequent highlight clipping; colors a bit dull at default settings, Noise reduction can smudge fine details, even at base ISO (turn down the noise filter to reduce that), Redeye a problem, though it can be removed in playback mode, Poor low light focusing (this camera needs an AFassist lamp), Flash is on the weak side (though it's better than not having one), No auto photo rotation, Movie mode is...
The Olympus E-PL2 is a compact, entry-level interchangeable lens camera. It's a relatively minor upgrade to the E-PL1 that it replaces, with the larger and sharper LCD and new control wheel being the biggest changes. While not without its flaws, the E...

digitalcamerareview.com

Updated:
2011-09-23 02:20:51

Average rating:70

The Olympus E-PL2 offers the same good image quality as the E-P1, E-P2 and E-PL1. A cosmetic update keeps it fresh, but there's no need for E-PL1 users to replace their current cameras. Since 2009 the world of digital photography has been changed w...

The Olympus E-PL2 offers the same good image quality as the E-P1, E-P2 and E-PL1. A cosmetic update keeps it fresh, but there's no need for E-PL1 users to replace their current cameras.

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cameragearguide.com

Updated:
2011-09-23 02:20:51

Average rating:80

The Olympus E-PL2 is the classic incremental upgrade that despite not actually offering any single significant improvement, still manages to be much superior to its predecessor. Olympus introduced the E-PL2 in January 2011, not quite a year after the E...

Visually appealing image quality, Compact, light & good looking exterior, Snappy operation, fast & quiet AF...
Poor command dial action, Images noisy, especially after ISO 800, Could use a few more dedicated buttons like ISO, WB...
Thanks to a number of small improvements, the Olympus E-PL2 is now a much better, and more enjoyable camera to use, than its predecessor. First and foremost, on the aesthetic front, the E-PL2 looks much better the E-PL1. The new design is more elegant...

cameralabs.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:51

Average rating:83

Launched in January 2011, the Olympus E-PL2 is the latest addition to the 'PEN' stable of mirrorless interchangable lens, or 'EVIL' (Electronic Viewfinder, Interchangeable Lens) cameras. Rather than replacing the E-PL1, the new model sits above it in...

Very good image quality, Built-in Image Stabilisation, Compact, light kit zoom with quick AF, Hot Shoe and accessory port, Highly customisable.
Screen hard to see in bright conditions, Complex menu system, Mono audio mic, Disappointing sequential shooting, Movie mode still stuck at 720p Motion JPEG.
Whereas the E-P1 and E-P2 PENS were aimed at those looking for a compact DSLR alternative without the compromises of fixed lens small-sensor compacts, the E-PL1 was designed to appeal more to compact owners with photographic aspirations who didn't, wh...

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thelobeandmail.com

Updated:
2011-09-23 02:20:51

Average rating:0

Consumer electronics companies have, from time to time, forgotten the familiar adage that “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Camera maker Olympus has not, at least when it comes to their excellent PEN digital camera. The fourth iteration, the PEN E-PL2...

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photographyblog.com

Updated:
2011-09-23 02:20:51

Average rating:90

The brand new Olympus E-PL2 is the second PEN camera aimed directly at the compact owner looking to upgrade to a more capable, but still portable and relatively inexpensive, camera. Key improvements over the year-old E-PL1 model include a larger LCD s...

The Olympus E-PL2 is a rather modest upgrade of the original E-PL1, with a sleeker design, better kit lens and bigger screen chief amongst the rather short list of improvements. Olympus got most things right first time round with the E-PL1 though, so...

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Digitaltrends.com

Updated:
2011-09-23 02:20:51

Average rating:80

Review: When it comes to Micro Four Thirds cameras, the Olympus E-PL2 is a top choice. The image quality and size make it easy to use, and shooters have stunning photos that don’t require computer editing. The latest model in Olympus’ Micro Four Thirds...

Stylish body and nice size, Low-noise images, Quality upgrades for the built-in filters and scene selectors, iAuto delivers impressive results...
Nearly as expensive as a capable DSLR, No view finder, Could be underwhelming for experts, overwhelming for beginners...
The E-PL2 lives up to its predecessor’s standards as Olympus continues to improve on its PEN series...

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steves-digicams.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:51

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The fourth generation in the now legendary Digital PEN line, the E-PL2 is an updated version of the ver popular E-PL1 from last year, however it's not a replacement. The E-PL2 boasts a very similar feature set with some new additions to set this unit a...

Olympus continues to improve their Digital PEN line of EVIL (Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens) cameras, with the E-PL2 being the latest addition. Like when they announced the E-P2, the E-PL2 does not replace its predecessor, the E-PL1; rather...

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wired.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:51

Average rating:80

Micro Four Thirds cameras sit comfortably in their own little niche, both in price and performance, between high-end point-and-shoots and beginner-level digital SLRs. They boast interchangeable lenses, large sensors and retro-cool styling, so they appe...

Beautiful, highresolution 3inch LCD. Enhanced lowlight performance (ISO 6400) and shutter speed (4000). Sturdy, solid construction with a pleasing feel in the hand. Just begs for classic, fast Leica glass. Good value for the price, especially compared t...
Kit lens has a funky retractable barrel. PENPal only works on Android and Windows 7 mobiles, so iOS junkies are out of luck. Back of case is plastic, although it's hard to tell...

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digitalcamerainfo.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:52

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The Olympus E-PL2 is an update to the PEN E-PL1, released in 2009 as the company’s latest entry into the Micro Four Thirds market. The upgrades on this new model are relatively minor: a wider ISO range, some minor design changes (including a port for...

The Olympus E-PL2 is an update to the E-PL1 which was released last year. The upgrades on this new model are relatively minor: a wider ISO range, improved video shooting and some minor design changes. However, we found the E-PL1 to be a very decent pa...

dpreview.com

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2011-09-23 02:20:54

Average rating:71

Olympus E-PL2 Preview January 2011 | Lars Rehm and Barnaby Britton The Micro Four Thirds system turned two years old last October, and a lot has happened since Panasonic debuted the DSLR-inspired, but mirrorless Lumix DMC-G1. What was then a brand new...

Good resolution and detail at base ISO, Compact camera/kit lens package, Nice screen with good resolution (460K pixels), Good build quality and handling, Generally responsive and snappy operation, Reliable metering, Good AF speed with kit lens, Decent high ISO performance and good control over noise reduction, Abundance of customization options, Some manual control in movie mode, Small and quie...
Exposure control with the rear dial not great if you change settings frequently, Inefficient movie format results in very large file sizes, No orientation sensor means having to rotate every portrait image manually, Menu system can be a little overwhelming for novice users, Slightly underpowered built-in flash (but still better than having no flash)...
The Olympus E-PL2 is very close to other E-series cameras such as the E-PL1 or E-P2 in terms of both specification and design, but it's arguably different enough to make it preferable over to in-house competitors for some users. Image quality is prett...

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camcorderinfo.com

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2013-05-04 02:14:07

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The Olympus E-PL2 is the aptly named successor to last year's E-PL1. As a video recording device Olympus didn't make many updates to the E-PL2, and the cameras were nearly identical in our video testing. Color & Noise Color results weren't great...

In terms of video recording the Olympus E-PL2 was a disappointment. Its results in our bright light color and noise testing were subpar, its motion videos were not smooth, and the camera didn't handle very well in video mode. The bright spots for the...

Neocamera.com

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2014-02-08 02:23:34

Average rating:60

The Olympus PEN E-PL2 is the entry-level Micro Four-Thirds SLD from Olympus. This digital camera is built around a 12 megapixels Four-Thirds sensor with a maximum ISO of 6400, 3 FPS full-resolution output and 720p HD video capability. The E-PL2 is one of...

Excellent control over image noise, Good image sharpness, Impecable custom whitebalance, Good color accuracy, Controllable tonecurve, Instant video recording start and stop, Quite responsive, Extremely useful Spot Highlight metering mode, Selectable AEL m...
Frequently slow autofocus speed, Imperfect focus, Automatic AFpoint selection not so good, Unreliable AWB, Slow shottoshot speed, Disturbing AF during video recording, 1 Second blackout, Impossile to confirm focus on LCD without MFAssist, Incorrect satura...
The Olympus PEN E-PL2 is one of the smallest interchangeable lens cameras yet packs plenty of advanced features despite its entry-level design. It includes image-stabilization and a popup flash. Its accessory port lets it use an optional high-resolution E...

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popphoto.com

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2014-05-29 06:25:33

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The next generation of Micro Four Thirds from Olympus gives the competition a lot to live up to. We've taken the latest PEN into the lab to see what's new and what's improved in this successor to the revolutionary E-P1What's Hot: Scroll wheel, kit lens op...

In our opinion, the E-PL2 is one of the better ILCs on the market. It takes advantage of the now-wide array of lenses available for the Micro Four Thirds system while offering a compact and powerful body with the best features that Olympus has developed f...

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