Olympus PEN E-PL6
Announced May 10, 2014
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Reviewer Consensus
Strong
The Olympus PEN E-PL6 is a budget-friendly mirrorless camera that offers impressive image quality and robust build construction. While the menu system and lack of built-in features like Wi-Fi can be frustrating, the system remains a capable and fun tool for photographers who value its compact size and flexible shooting options.
Weighted from 5 reviewer scores
Pros
- Effective in-body image stabilization
- Highly affordable pricing
- Versatile articulating touchscreen LCD
- Support for attachable electronic viewfinders
- Durable magnesium metal body construction
Cons
- Aggressive default JPEG processing
- Clunky interface navigation and menu touch limitations
- Complex and unintuitive menu system
- Limited video resolution and frame rate
- Lacks integrated Wi-Fi connectivity
- Launch price $649.99 (USD)
- Sensor 16MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS
What the Reviewers Say
All 5 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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The Olympus PEN E-PL6 is a solid camera at an amazing price, earning Editors' Choice honors in the budget mirrorless category.
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The Olympus PEN Lite E-PL6 simply gives the photographer point-and-shoot portability with interchangeable lens flexibility and capability.
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So even with all its quirks, I have really enjoyed using this Olympus PEN E-PL6.
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Great, great little camera and the fact that you can plug in this VF-4 viewfinder.
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I'm saying totally great a lot because I do actually really like this Olympus PEN E-PL6. Now, I hated it for so long. I was really frustrated when I started shooting it, but I've come around, so I can give it my recommendation.
