# OM System PEN camera launch

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/om-system-pen-camera-launch
> Updated: 2026-09-09T06:00:00.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 2.

OM System initially teased a new camera launch for September 9, with speculation suggesting a device within the PEN series featuring a rangefinder-style silhouette and an integrated electronic viewfinder (EVF).

On September 9, OM Digital Solutions officially announced the OM System PEN, the first camera in the historic PEN series to be released under the OM SYSTEM brand. This compact Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera features a retro-inspired, rangefinder-style design aimed at beginners and enthusiasts for travel and everyday photography.

Technical specifications include a 20.4-megapixel Live MOS sensor and a TruePic IX image processing engine. The model introduces several firsts for the PEN series, specifically a 2.36 million-dot EVF and IPX1-rated dust and splash resistance. Stabilization is provided by 5-axis in-body image stabilization offering up to 5.5 stops of compensation. 

Creative functionality is enhanced by a dedicated ‘CP’ button for computational photography modes—including high-resolution shots, HDR, and focus stacking—and a ‘Profile Control’ switch for color and monochrome adjustments. The camera also utilizes AI-based subject detection for humans and animals. The OM System PEN is scheduled for a late October 2026 launch, with body-only pricing starting at approximately $999/€999 or 150,000 yen.

## Claims

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

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: OM System PEN mirrorless camera announced with EVF and weather sealing

OM Digital Solutions announced the OM SYSTEM PEN, a compact Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera featuring an electronic viewfinder, IPX1 weather sealing, and AI subject detection.

17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/om-digital-solutions-announces-om-system-pen-mirrorless-camera

### 2026-08-26: OM System teases new camera launch for September 9

OM System has teased a new camera launch for September 9, with design cues suggesting a possible successor to the PEN-F series featuring a classic silhouette and an integrated electronic viewfinder.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/om-system-teases-new-camera-launch-for-september-9

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