Olympus PEN E-PL1 is for real

The Olympus PEN E-PL1 is not the figment of anyone’s imagination – it is as real as you and I, where it aims to offer DSLR-like performance in a rather slim and sleek package. This 12-megapixel shooter is a budget Micro Four Thirds device that boasts High Definition video recording and interchangeable lens to get even the awkward beginner off on the right footing. Forking out $599 for this will come with the 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 zoom lens that also graced the E-P1 kit. You can’t just rush out and pick one up from a store, since the Olympus PEN E-PL1 will arrive sometime next month.