Olympus PEN-F. More Sample Images
I am now back home from Austin and the Olympus media event to showcase the new Olympsu PEN-F. If you missed my PEN-F review you can see it here. I plan on doing a follow-up as soon as I get a review unit to showcase the RAW performance of the camera. But below are a few more JPEGs I found on my SD card after arriving home. All shot in various JPEG modes. Some in the new Monochrome mode, some with the new Chrome mode and some in plain old standard mode. All are OOC JPEGS, and you must click them as always for the best version. On my 27″ iMac these look fantastic.
I should get a review unit in about 2 weeks from Olympus and then I will dig deeper into the camera and take a look at the menu system, the new features, how to use them and RAW as well as the new updated 50MP High Res Shot mode. The PEN-F is hanging in my memory, was such a joy to shoot.
You can pre-order the PEN-F in black or silver at the links below from my recommended dealers.
CHROME MODE 3
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Reflection in a dirty window, not sure if this was CHROME 2 or STANDARD
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CHROME 3
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STANDARD COLOR MODE (NO COLOR DIAL SETTING)
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STANDARD COLOR (NO COLOR DIAL SETTINGS) – 75 1.8
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STANDARD MODE – CLICK TO SEE THE STUNNING SHARPNESS OF THE 75 1.8 – THIS IS AT 1.8
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CHROME 3 – 8MM FISHEYE PRO
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STANDARD COLOR
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MONOCHROME MODE 2 BUT WITH GRAIN OFF
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TESTING THE VIGNETTE SLIDER IN MONO MODE 2 (GRAIN OFF)
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45 1.8 MONOCHROME MODE 2
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MONO MODE 1
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MONO MODE 1
enjoyed your review! What lens do you like with the camera? Would the 12-40 pro Olympus be too heavy for it?
I think the Pen F would make an interesting alternative to lugging around my FF SLR and lenses The shots look consistently good, something I have problems obtaining.
love the B&W images, Steve…. I have a question…. Is the Mitakon 25mm speedmaster 0.95 compatible with the new Olympus pen F? No doubt they would be an interesting duo… Cheers!
Images just superb, very exciting camera!
Thanks so much Steve. I look forward to more from you on this new Oly. I shoot with an E-M1 with the three Pro zooms and the Oly 25mm. There is no doubt I’ll get this camera. With that in my bag when I’m shooting Olympus, I’ll be covered!
Question: In manual mode, how do you change aperture and shutter speed? I assume the rear dial, but is there a convenient front dial also?
Just as you do with the other M 4/3 cameras, the dial 😉 Much easier than a dedicated dial that would take up space and rarely be used.
Thank you for your feedback on the camera color dilemma (Black vs Silver). I think you’re on the money, the Black is more practical but it’s going to be a tuff decision.
Take Care!
Steve great job with the Pen F reviews! The question I have been struggling with, belive it or not is wich color should I get Retro Sivler or Stealthy Black. Which one looks the best in your opinion?
Hope they would of specd’ a tilt screen for waist level shooting instead of a flip screen. keep up the good work!
They were both really nice, and one night I sat for a few minutes and just observed both. I would choose black if it were my only camera. I would choose silver if I already had a camera in black. The silver looks nicer IMO, but is less stealthy if you are shooting street. But either way, the silver has a real retro vibe and is beautiful.
Great images, thank you!
I am somewhat torn between Pen F (nice and small-ish) and X-Pro2 (the sensor and controls I prefer).
How can I get a sense for how their dynamic ranges compare (short of buying both cameras, I guess;)?
Again, thank you for great reviews!
The Pen f certainly produces great images and looks just well made and discrete, but why did then not have a shutter speed dial and an apperture ring on their pro lenses… This would surely have raised the stakes against the xpro-2?
None of their lenses have aperture dials. They could not remake them all just for the X-Pro 2. The fact is, it is not needed. Aperture is easily changed. The physical aperture dial is more of a retro thing, and one I love personally (and prefer) but it is not needed on a camera like this. Shutter speed dial, this is where I prefer using the dial that is in the PEN-F for shutter speed. I feel putting a physical shutter dial on ANY camera is a waste of space. Its much easier to use the rear dial to change that IMO.
because the handling/control of the PEN-F is MUCH faster + easier, espacially while working with the viewfinder
If you like to stay with slow photography just take a fuji
The IQ is IMO disappointing. In good light not much difference to my iPhone 6s Plus, believe me. And the prize is a shame!
‘proof ot the pudding’…… would be interested for you to post a portfolio here – I’m sure Steve would gladly publish it!!
please, buy your self a sandsack
Hi patrick!
i have a feeling that you r patrick from fuji rumors correct?
No, I’m not. I have a Fuji X100s but I’m not from the rumor’s site.
Sorry ……….
Steve, is there any possibility to see how the Leica Noctilux would deliver on this pen?
Is there a quick function to press a button like on the SL to expand the focus area?
If this would be the case, this pen might be a nice pocket size camera for me.
Thanks for looking into this
John from Germany
Its easy to use MF lenses and yes there is peaking, magnify with a button push, etc. BUT I hate using Leica lenses on Micro 4/3. It kills the magic of the lenses and you are no better off using a Leica M over a MUCH less expensive Oly lens. Oly and Panasonic lenses will perform best on Micro 4/3. A Noct would give you a 100mm FOV and would be nice but not WOW like it is on a full frame.
Thanks for posting this. Now I guess I have to flash the cash… I really like the ‘blue Oly hues’ on this one but the next question would be, do I prefer the classic look of the chrome (plenty of history with the PEN) or the more stealthy look of the black version. I can’t decide! Wich one do you prefer?
Stunning shots , is the pen F comfortable to hold without the grip ?
Woow the bokeh and the colors are just superb especially with the chrome 3 mode. You are probably the most enthusiastic reviewer about this new pen. I read other riviews of the pen f and they lack your enthusiasm, great job Steve.
Chrome 3 = Leica mode
More or less. Which is a good thing.
Great pics Steve! So much better with the 45 and 75 lenses. Never liked the 17 and had returned it after about 1 week.
The same here!
The 17mm went away on eBay , the 75mm still rule them all .
Great review
I traded for the 15 1.7, that is now my go to lens.
Woow the bokeh and the colors are just superb especially with the chrome 3. You are probably the most enthusiastic reviewer about this new pen. I read other riviews of the pen f and they lack your enthusiasm, great job Steve.
Thanks Seby!
I like what I see and read, I’m using the E-P5, now, in reference to the price setting of this new camera versus the street price today’s E-P5 offering I have doubts. I think it’s looking great, but, 1200 is ALOT for this camera when looking at others brands. You’re very close to the Sony A7 Mk2 and way over the Fujifilm X-T1.