There are even three scene modes that are specific to shooting with olympus conversion lenses to optimize the performance of those lenses. Olympus epl3 and olympus ep3 have sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture. Aug 29, 2011 priced just a pound dearer than panasonics rival micro four thirds compact system camera, the lumix dmcgf3, and bundled with m. Digital camera updater and olympus master had been provided previously for the update, but the latest software olympus workspace is recommended. Like all olympus cscs, the pen epl5 employs the micro four thirds standard and this model sits in the middle of the retrostyled pen range between the entrylevel pen mini epm2 and the flagship pen ep3. There are optional optical viewfinders as well as electronic viewfinders for the epl3, but using either an ovf or evf means you cannot connect a flash to the camera. Also known as the pen lite, the epl5 has exactly the same image sensor and processing engine as the flagship omd em5. This new feature, along with the variety of manual video controls and numerous recording options, make the ep3 one of the best compact cameras weve seen for recording movies. As usual with olympus the lower models carry almost all the features of the above model. Get answers to your questions in our photography forums. This makes it a good choice both for compact upgraders looking for more control than the entrylevel pen mini can offer and enthusiasts for whom the e p3 is out of reach or overkill.
This wasnt the case on the ep3 firmware fix please, or add a menu option. Both olympus e pl3 and olympus e p3 sensors have been tested by dxomark. Thanks for watching please like share and subscribe this. Older olympus pen cameras were limited to shooting hd video at a resolution of 1280 x 720, the e pl3 shoots up to 29 minutes of full 1080i hd video in either avchd or avi formats. There are optional optical viewfinders as well as electronic viewfinders for the e pl3, but using either an ovf or evf means you cannot connect a flash to the camera. Indoors, under normal incandescent lighting, color balance is a touch cool with a bluish cast using the auto white balance setting. Olympus is offering the ptep05l underwater housing for the epl3. Below you can see the front view size comparison of olympus ep3 and olympus epl3. The olympus pen lite epl5 is the latest compact micro four thirds camera from olympus, sitting above the pen mini epm2, it features the 16 megapixel sensor from the top of the range olympus omd. Epl3 camera manual you can download a pdf version of the official epl3. The setting of manual firing can be set between 11 and 164 in 1step. View and download olympus pen epl3 specifications online. The epl3 succeeds the olympus pen epl2, and was announced in concert with two other models, the olympus pen ep3 the flagship version, and the olympus pen epm1 a new mini version of the pen camera line with similar. Aug 29, 2011 the olympus e pl3 also known as the olympus pen lite is a brand new 12 megapixel compact system camera.
Thank you for purchasing an olympus digital camera. The camera has a large swivel lcd on the back which allows the user to flip the monitor up and down. This video covers the olympus epl3 pen lite mirrorless micro four thirds camera. A direct hd movie button switches you from still to movie mode with just the press of a button. Video is something i will have to come to terms with. The epl3 incorporates a port for connecting accessories including flashes, penpal, mal1 macro light, ema1 microphone adapter and the vf2 viewfinder. If you are familiar with the pen series will know the general layout of the controls. Mar 06, 2020 the olympus e pl3 is a very capable camera that delivers good image quality and which is equally at home in the hands of a novice as an enthusiast. The olympus pen epl3 sits in the middle of the olympus pen range between the flagship ep3 and the pen mini epm1. Olympus updates pen ep3, epl3 and epm1 firmware for. In essence, the epl2 is a tarted up epl1, a subtle evolution of both camera and kit lens, rather than revolution, so existing owners shouldnt feel aggrieved that olympus isnt offering a. Another plus is that the epl3 can capture video up to 29 minutes. Betterthanever image quality is made possible by the new. Summary of contents for olympus epl3 page 1 digital camera instruction manual thank you for purchasing an olympus digital camera.
This is handy but is not as flexible as a swivel monitor that allows sidetoside movement. Olympus is offering the ptep05l underwater housing for the e pl3. The bodies are compact sized and the loss of bulk makes them feel better more like the erotically dense ep3. The end result is that the technically smaller lcd on the back of the old olympus e pl1 displays an image that is physically larger than the image on the back of the e pl3. Like all olympus cscs, the pen e pl5 employs the micro four thirds standard and this model sits in the middle of the retrostyled pen range between the entrylevel pen mini e pm2 and the flagship pen e p3. Of course, you can still shoot video in manual focus mode if you dont want to deal with the possibility of auto focus problems. Video quality no modern camera would be complete without the ability to record hd video, and epl3 is no exception. May 03, 2012 handling the compact olympus e pl3 has a retro body design and is available in different colors.
The e pl3 succeeds the olympus pen e pl2, and was announced in concert with two other models, the olympus pen e p3 the flagship version, and the olympus pen e pm1 a new mini version of the pen camera line with similar features to the e. Therefore, an additional olympus cable usb av pc2 will be required for these cameras. As compact system cameras get more and more compact, olympus s offerings have seemed rather. The olympus pen e pl3 announced on 30 june 2011 is olympus corporations seventh camera that adheres to the micro four thirds mft system design standard. Controlling olympus digital slr cameras from your pc with the. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Zuiko 1442mm f3,5 olympus pen lite epl3 video test. The epl3 box includes the camera body, flash accessory, liion battery, charger, usbvideo multicable, shoulder strap, olympus viewer cdrom, instructional manual, warranty card. This has made possible full hd 1080i movie recording and improved the maximum. Mar 06, 2020 in essence, the epl2 is a tarted up epl1, a subtle evolution of both camera and kit lens, rather than revolution, so existing owners shouldnt feel aggrieved that olympus isnt offering a. Aug 22, 2011 the olympus pen e pl3 is an excellent upgrade to the e pl2, with extremely fast focusing, which was one of the big problems with the pen series, especially if youd used another faster micro four. Professional audio sound capture take videos that are able to capture uncompressed cdquality 16bit44. Both olympus epl3 and olympus ep3 sensors have been tested by dxomark.
The olympus pen e pl3 sits in the middle of the olympus pen range between the flagship e p3 and the pen mini e pm1. The olympus pen epl5 is a midrange mirrorless compact system camera csc with a 16 megapixel sensor and a 3in articulated touch screen. To be used, the ufl2 needs the olympus sync cord connected to the housings bulkhead, or a fiber optic cable connecting the ufl2 slave sensor with the cameras builtin flash. Joshua waller tests the latest olympus pen camera, the lite epl3, with. Unlike earlier olympus pen cameras that were restricted to 1280. The olympus epl5 is a new compact system camera that offers a lot more than first meets the eye. Olympus has made few changes from the epl3, the main one being the replacement of the olympus ib application with olympus viewer 2 windows and mac. It also boasts the worlds fastest autofocus system, a 3 inch tilting lcd display, full 1080p hd movies, and an extensive range of creative filters. Olympus has issued updated firmware for its latest pen models to better. Zuiko 1442mm ii r equivalent to 28 84mm, this is an updated version of the 1442mm mk ii lens and is updated. Oct 29, 2012 the olympus e pl5 is a new compact system camera that offers a lot more than first meets the eye. Alternatively, customers may send an e mail to camera. All the three mirrorless camera offers full hd video recording at 60fps.
The pen lite e pl3 sits in the centre of the new pen camera range and features the same image sensor and processor as the flagship e p3 as well as that cameras fast af system and support for 1080i full hd video capture. Older olympus pen cameras were limited to shooting hd video at a resolution of 1280 x 720, the epl3 shoots up to 29 minutes. Zuiko digital 40150mm lenses overview and full product specs on cnet. As compact system cameras get more and more compact, olympuss offerings have seemed rather. The olympus epl3 is a very capable camera that delivers good image quality and which is equally at home in the hands of a novice as an enthusiast. The lcd screen is a standard tft screen instead of the oled system used by the olympus e p3. Mar 31, 2012 this is a sample movie at the highest quality setting of 1920 x 1080 pixels at 30 frames per second.
Today olympus announces the release of new firmware for the e p3, e pl3 and e pm1 that more accurately displays the focal length data for electric zoom lenses shown in playback, exif data, and in the monitor while shooting. The epl3, due to its slim build and stepped shoulder to top plate has a different button arrangement but it is all selfexplanatory. Much of the original content in this article then is devoted to. Handling the compact olympus epl3 has a retro body design and is available in different colors. Olympus epl3 video sample test full hd 1080p youtube.
Jan 19, 2012 click here to download the digital camera updater software. Olympus e pl3 offers in camera sensor shift image stabilization, it helps while shooting with prime lenses in low light condition. Zuiko 1442mm f3,5 olympus pen lite e pl3 video test. In program auto mode you can then shift the apertureshutter speed. This video covers the olympus e pl3 pen lite mirrorless micro four thirds camera. The epl3 is also equipped with 23 sceneselect modes for effortless picture taking, including fireworks, sunset, children, macro and panorama, to name a few. Playback may differ according to the filters, effects, or movie quality settings applied. Much of the original content in this article then is devoted to assessing. Priced just a pound dearer than panasonics rival micro four thirds compact system camera, the lumix dmcgf3, and bundled with m. This makes it a good choice both for compact upgraders looking for more control than the entrylevel pen mini can offer and enthusiasts for whom the ep3 is out of reach or overkill.
Shoot up to 29 minutes of 1080 60i hd video and stereo sound in either avchd or avi formats. Olympus epl3 is 12mm narrower and 5mm shorter than olympus ep3 but it is also 3mm thicker. This is a sample movie at the highest quality setting of 1920 x 1080 pixels at 30 frames per second. Alternatively, customers may send an email to camera. Sony nex 5n offers 10 shotsec speed, better compared olympus e pl3 and panasonic gx1. Owners of the new omd em10 mark ii camera should contact olympus european customer support center by calling 00800 67 10 84 00.
Firmware can be downloaded either via the olympus camera software or by using the digital camera updater utility. The e 500 e 330 e 410 e 420 and e 510 models all possess a combination plug, which combines the usb connection and the video connection in one socket. Olympus has issued updated firmware for its latest pen models to better cope with the recently launched micro four thirds power zoom lenses. Waterproof up to 45m, can use the ufl2 underwater flash. Summary of contents for olympus e pl3 page 1 digital camera instruction manual thank you for purchasing an olympus digital camera. Video quality is good and the builtin stereo microphone does a decent job. Its not a huge improvement on the previous software and most users will wait for third party raw converters, like adobe camera raw, which should appear soon. Owners of the new omd e m10 mark ii camera should contact olympus european customer support center by calling 00800 67 10 84 00. Its not a huge improvement on the previous software and most users will wait for third party raw converters.
Safety precautions index thank you for purchasing an olympus digital camera. The pen lite epl3 sits in the centre of the new pen camera range and features the same image sensor and processor as the flagship ep3 as well as that cameras fast af system and support for 1080i full hd video capture. With a stylish metal body, the epl3 features the worlds fastest autofocus system, a high resolution and tiltable 3 inch lcd screen, 5fps burst shooting, 1080i hd video recording, a maximum sensitivity of iso 12800, sensorshift image stabilisation, a hot shoe and an accessory port. View and download olympus pen e pl3 specifications online. The bottom line with the same internals as found on the ep3 wrapped in a smaller package. I cannot test olympus claim of the fastest af of any camera including top. Like a supedup version of the e pl2 as found in the under. The olympus pen epl3 announced on 30 june 2011 is olympus corporations seventh camera that adheres to the micro four thirds mft system design standard. Controlling olympus digital slr cameras from your pc with. In this section, we are going to illustrate olympus ep3 and olympus epl3 sidebyside from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions.
Olympus customer advisors are standing by with details of how to submit the camera for this free inspection. Olympus updates pen ep3, epl3 and epm1 firmware for power. Get the latest downloads for your olympus camera omd please select. The olympus epl3 also known as the olympus pen lite is a brand new 12 megapixel compact system camera. The lcd screen is a standard tft screen instead of the oled system used by the olympus ep3. Master of olympus, pen pad, eprompter, and many more programs. Video quality no modern camera would be complete without the ability to record hd video, and e pl3 is no exception. The e500 e330 e410 e420 and e510 models all possess a combination plug, which combines the usb connection and the video connection in one socket. Also known as the pen lite, the epl5 has exactly the same image sensor and processing engine as the flagship omd e m5. Olympus e pl3 and olympus e p3 have sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture. How to update digital cameras use olympus workspace for updating the firmware of olympus digital cameras. The end result is that the technically smaller lcd on the back of the old olympus epl1 displays an image that is physically larger than the image on the back of the epl3. The olympus pen epl3 is an excellent upgrade to the epl2, with extremely fast focusing, which was one of the big problems with the pen series, especially if.