[TECHNOLOGY] · Japan, United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France · 17 sources

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Part of situation: OM System PEN camera launch (2 clusters)

OM System PEN mirrorless camera announced with EVF and weather sealing

OM System PEN mirrorless camera Micro Four Thirds computational photography OM Digital Solutions

OM Digital Solutions has announced the OM SYSTEM PEN, the first camera in the historic PEN series to be released under the OM SYSTEM brand. Designed with a rangefinder-inspired aesthetic, the compact Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera is aimed at both beginners and enthusiasts for travel and everyday photography.

Key technical upgrades include the addition of a 2.36 million-dot electronic viewfinder (EVF) and IPX1-rated dust and splash resistance, marking the first time the PEN series has featured these capabilities. The camera is powered by a 20.4-megapixel Live MOS sensor and a TruePic IX image processor, featuring 5-axis in-body image stabilization providing up to 5.5 stops of compensation.

Creative features include a dedicated ‘CP’ button for computational photography modes—such as high-resolution shots, HDR, and focus stacking—and a ‘Profile Control’ switch for adjusting color and monochrome profiles. The camera also utilizes AI-based subject detection for humans and animals. The OM SYSTEM PEN is expected to launch in late October 2026, with body-only prices starting around $999/€999.

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Micro Four Thirds · OM Digital Solutions · OM System PEN · Olympus

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[● 2 SOURCES] The device includes AI-powered subject recognition autofocus for people and animals. ascii.jp · petapixel.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The camera features a built-in electronic viewfinder (EVF) with approximately 2.36 million dots. ascii.jp · petapixel.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] A new M. ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 III zoom lens with IPX1 weather sealing was also announced. ascii.jp
[● 2 SOURCES] The OM System PEN is the first in the series to feature IPX1-rated dust and splash resistance. ascii.jp · petapixel.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The camera is scheduled for release in late October. ascii.jp
[● 2 SOURCES] OM Digital Solutions announced the new OM System PEN Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera. ascii.jp · petapixel.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The camera uses a 20.37-megapixel Live MOS sensor and a TruePic IX image processing engine. ascii.jp · petapixel.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The expected price for the body only is approximately 150,000 yen (roughly $999/£849). ascii.jp · amateurphotographer.com