Testseek.com have collected 81 expert reviews of the Olympus Pen Mini E-PM1 and the average rating is 77%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Olympus Pen Mini E-PM1.
September 2011
(77%)
81 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(86%)
98 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
77010081
The editors liked
The image quality from all Olympus Pen cameras is excellent and the Mini is no exception. The Super Control panels works so well that it makes the lack of control buttons less irksome. Auto focus is fast and accurate.
Clear image quality
Good high ISO performance
WYSIWYG LCD screen
Small and cute design. Fast autofocus. Easy-to-use menu system. Attractive price compared to other cameras in its class
The editors didn't like
The menu system has been criticised for is complexity. No one will come across the activation of the Super Control Panel by accident. The full user manual is essential
And pointandshooters won't read it
Which is a pity
Flash not built in
Video capture is "wobbly"
No hand grip. Screen difficult to see in sunlight. Average video quality
Clear image quality, Good high ISO performance, WYSIWYG LCD screen
Flash not built in, Video capture is "wobbly"
The Olympus PEN E-PM1 Mini dishes out image quality that's on par with the high-end PEN E-P3, but for a more reasonable price. We were impressed with its clear and vibrant results, as well as its useful high ISO settings. However, its video quality isn't...
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Published: 2011-12-29, Author: terry , review by: dpexpert.com.au
The image quality from all Olympus Pen cameras is excellent and the Mini is no exception. The Super Control panels works so well that it makes the lack of control buttons less irksome. Auto focus is fast and accurate.
The menu system has been criticised for is complexity. No one will come across the activation of the Super Control Panel by accident. The full user manual is essential, and pointandshooters won't read it, which is a pity
The Pen Mini competes with the Panasonic GF3 as the micro four thirds camera for the upwardly mobile, at least in image quality terms. Both are fine cameras and choosing between them may come down to aesthetics and price. The Pen Mini is definitely pretti...
Abstract: Read later This is the smallest and least expensive of the Olympus Pen micro four thirds cameras. It has the same 12.3-megapixel sensor and 14mm-42mm kit lens as the E-PL3 and E-P3 but is aimed at customers wanting better quality than a compact but...
Small and cute design. Fast autofocus. Easy-to-use menu system. Attractive price compared to other cameras in its class
No hand grip. Screen difficult to see in sunlight. Average video quality
Geared towards point-and-shoot upgrade users, the Olympus Pen Mini E-PM1 offers a great introduction to the world of interchangeable lens cameras. There are a few usability issues that we'd like to see resolved for the next version, though....
Because it provides most of the features of its more expensive siblings (the E-P3 and E-PL3), the E-PM1 represents excellent value for money. At $599 for the single-lens kit, it's $200 cheaper than the E-PL3 and $400 less than the E-P3.It's also $400 less...
Good performance, * Above average image quality, * Solid features with advanced and basic options,
Confusing menu system, beyond the basics, * Minimal external controls, Price when rated: 500
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Published: 2012-01-04, Author: Mario , review by: gizmodo.com
Abstract: You're ready for a camera upgrade. You've outgrown the best point-and-shoot cameras, but a DSLR is a little excessive. Luckily for you, there's a middle ground. Mirrorless, interchangeable lens cameras—even affordable ones—are getting really, really good....
Abstract: The current Olympus PEN camera assortment is made up of three system cameras, the Olympus PEN Mini (E-PM1) being the most compact. The 12 megapixel Olympus PEN Mini has a stylish appearance, however, its weight is especially noteworthy, as the ...
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Published: 2011-12-03, Author: Jeremy , review by: camcorderinfo.com
Like most compact interchangeable lens cameras, the Olympus E-PM1 records good, but not fantastic, HD video. If you're purchasing the camera that you're primarily planning to use to record video, the E-PM1 is not the model for you. But, if you are sim...
