Olympus Pen E-PL6 Compact System Camera - Black (16.1 MP, M.ZUIKO Digital 14-42 mm II R Lens Kit) 3-Inch Tilt Touch Panel LCD

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The camera features a new interval shooting function where the interval (1 second to 24 hours) and number of shots (1 to 99) can be set. With a very simple operation, users can shoot a series of pictures showing the growth of a plant, the drifting of clouds, moving crowds or a butterfly emerging from chrysalis form. 4) Time Lapse moviesBy combining the FAST AF system that made Olympus's flagship model, the OM-D E-M5, the world's fastest *2 with the Touch AF Shutter function, which allows users to take a picture by touching the Live View screen, users can now enjoy capturing the moment they want, wherever the subject is positioned, with instantaneous autofocus. For the touchscreen, a capacitance touch panel is used, allowing the immediate reaction to even the lightest touch. The rear panel monitor features a large, easy-to-view 3.0-inch, 460,000-dot high-definition LCD with an aspect ratio of 16:9 and a swivel range of about 170° up and about 65° down. In addition to low- and high-angle shooting, self-portrait shooting can also be enjoyed comfortably. High-speed Contrast-detect AF: 35-area multiple AF; All target, Group target area (9-area), Single target (normal), Single target (small) Art Filters are an Olympus original shooting function that not only helps users better create the image they envision, it also gives them the opportunity to surprise themselves with unexpected effects. Applicable to both still images and movies *3 , Art Filters can be easily enjoyed by everybody. Large, tilt and swivel high-res LCD touchscreen for framing selfies and other shots at original angles

The closest thing we've seen to a true budget mirrorless camera to this point had been the Sony Alpha 3000, which offers fine image quality but a low-rent shooting experience. The E-PL6 has a much nicer rear LCD and is a speedier performer. If you've got more of a budget, however, don't count out Sony's fastest mirrorless camera, the Alpha 6000 , or the Olympus OM-D E-M10 if you prefer to stay with the Micro Four Thirds mount—both are excellent choices that earned Editors' Choice honors when we reviewed them.

Additionally, if you’ve mounted a zoom lens that’s electronically controlled, it will automatically zoom out to fit your face in the scene. The screen also tilts upwards, making it useful when you want to shoot from a slightly awkward angle. The following table shows the approximate values when shooting still pictures in the 4:3 aspect ratio.

For anyone who likes to express themselves and their own sense of style,the Expression Kit is the camera-lens-card combination of choice. The allmetalE-PL6 has the feel-cool factor that comes from renowned PEN’s trademark design and adds a contemporary design icon to any outfit. Like every PEN, it’s built to feel great – and look beautiful – in your hands. For a camera of this calibre, it’s also light and compact, so it will fit easily in most hand bags, even with the supplied lens attached. In fact, the lens is exactly what makes this the most portable PEN yet. Auto, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction slow sync., Slow sync at 1st curtain, Slow sync at 2nd curtain, Fill-in, Manual (Full, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/64), Off The E-PL10 has a large collection of 'Art Filters', which give your images a creative flair. There are also a good set of scene modes, with helpful descriptions and sample images of which each one does. At low ISO settings the camera renders detail well, though noise reduction starts to smooth it away at higher ISOs In-camera Raw re-processing is convoluted, but lets you exploit the attractive output of the camera's JPEG engine. But with a little care and attention as you shoot, it'll deliver attractive JPGEs first time

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We did notice some peculiarities with how the camera handled exposure. In Auto mode, the camera often tended to use faster shutter speeds, boosting the ISO as needed to obtain the correct brightness. While this reduces the risk of camera shake and can freeze fast action, it also increases the amount of noise, which in return lowers detail capture. However, in Program mode, the camera often chose to leave the ISO alone and use slower shutter speeds and smaller apertures, which brings everything in focus but ends up delivering softer images. The camera has a 16.1 megapixel Live MOS sensor and a large, tiltable swiveling high resolution LCD touchscreen allowing you to frame selfies and other shots easily.