Olympus recently launched the PEN E-P5, the latest in the PEN series of Micro 4/3s digital cameras. Offering a number of great features the E-P5 increases maximum shutter speed to 1/8000s for those bokeh shots on larger aperture lenses in daylight. A very efficient 5 axis stabilized takes care of most of the the vibrations that come with a slower shutter speed shot in dim light. The E-P5 can also shoot at 9 frames per second with built-in interval and time lapse features.
In terms of design, the E-P5 doesn't change much, which is good since the series already has a very good design in the first place. In addition to the E-P5's great performance, it also extends functionality through a WiFi tether so you can shoot and view it from your smartphone or tablet. This WiFi tether can also be used to upload to the cloud as well as download GPS data. If you tack on a manual focus lense on the E-P5 you can also use it to do focus peaking for a bit more control when focusing.
The Olympus E-P5 is currently available online and at existing Olympus dealers and retailers. It comes in Black, White and Silver with a whole bunch of lense and accessories to go with it. These include the new VF4 EVF. According to Olympus, the Black and Silver E-P5 body chassis are available for RM3499 while an additional 17mm f/1.8 lens bundle can be bought at RM4499. The white E-P5 body is only available with the lens bundle. In related news you can also pre-order the PEN E-P5 from 10 May 2013 to 18 June 2013. In addition to the bundle listed above you also get an exclusive Olympus Miniature Camera, 1+2 Years Extended Warranty and a Lens Cash Back voucher. For more information regarding this promo click here, but if you're curious about the Olympus PEN E-P5 go to the Olympus site. You can also check out the various E-P5 videos below:
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