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OM System Introduces the OM System PEN
9 September 2026
Reviving an old Olympus brand, OM System has introduced its first PEN series camera retaining the brand's compact, lightweight design in a Micro Four Thirds camera system. At the same time, the company updated its 14-42mm kit lens with excellent close-up shooting performance and a dust- and splash-proof design.
Among the key features of the new PEN are:
- A robust design that is dust- and splash-proof for protection in any weather and equipped with an electronic viewfinder to aid composition in any light.
- Color and Monochrome profile control provide film-like image tone and expression.
- Computational photography features, including Tripod High Res Shot Mode, Handheld High Res Shot, Live ND (ND2-16), Focus Stacking, HDR (HDR1 and 2) and Multiple Exposure.
The new PEN features a TruePic IX image processing engine, 20.37-megapixel Live MOS sensor and high-resolution M.Zuiko Digital lens. It also features 5-axis image stabilization compatible with all mountable Micro Four Thirds System standard lenses, greatly enhancing hand-held shooting with up to 5.5 stops of stabilization in the center and up to 4.5 stops at the edges.
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the new PEN include:
- 20.4-megapixel Micro Four Thirds live MOS sensor
- Truepic IX image processor
- 5-axis in-body image stabilization
- Up to 30 fps Raw and JPEG burst shooting
- 4K 24p video and 1-120p in S&Q modes
- 3.0-inch 1.04m-dot vari-angle touchscreen LCD
- 2.36M-dot OLED electronic viewfinder
- 121-point autofocus with AI-based subject detection
- IPX1 weather-sealed design
- M.Zuiko 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 III lens
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the new camera include:
OM SYSTEM PEN SPECIFICATIONS Sensor 20.4-Megapixel Live MOS sensor
Aspect Ratios: 4:3, 3:2, 16:9, 6:6, 3:4Bit Depth 12-Bit Lens Mount Micro Four Thirds File Formats Raw, JPEG Storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Viewfinder 2.36M-dot OLED electronic viewfinder
--4.0 to +2.0 diopter adjustmentMonitor 3.0-inch, 1,040K-dot, vari-angle, touch-panel LCD Shutter 1/4,000 to 60 seconds, Bulb Frame Rate 5 fps for up to 29 Raw or 154 JPEGs ISO Auto: 64 to 6400
Manual: 64/100 to 200/25,600Autofocus Yes Live View Yes Image Stabilization Built-in 5-axis sensor-shift Flash TTL
1/250 second syncMovie MOV(MPEG-4AVC/H.264)
4096x2160 (C4K), 24p
3840x2160 (4K), 30p, 25p, 24p
Full HD 1920x1080 30p/25p/24p
Built-in stereo micConnectivity WiFi, Bluetooth, USB Power BLS-7 lithium-ion battery for 410 shots Dimensions 4.94 x 1.70 x 2.93 inches Weight 13.76 oz.
M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 III KIT LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Micro Four Thirds Focal Length 14mm to 42mm (28mm to 84mm equivalent) Aperture Maximum: f3.5 to f5.6
Minimum: f22
7 rounded aperture bladesAngle of View 75° to 29° Minimum Focus Wide Angle: 0.43 ft.
Telephoto: 0.98 ft.Magnification Wide Angle: 0.26x
Telephoto: 0.19xOptical Design 8 elements in 7 groups
3 aspherical lensesAutofocus Yes Image Stabilization No Filter Thread 46mm Dimensions 2.36 x 1.98 inches Weight 4.38 oz. PRICE, AVAILABILITY
OM System PEN will be available in silver or black in late October for $999.99. A bundled kit with PEN (silver or black) and M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 III lens will be offered for $1099.99. And a bundled Double Lens Kit with PEN (silver or black), M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 III and M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f4.0-5.6 R lens will be offered for $1,299.99.
Also, while supplies last, with a purchase an OM System PEN you will receive a free Clever Supply Skinny Wrist Strap (valued at $54).
In addition, the new M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 III lens will also be available in late October for $349.99.
Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
Introducing the OM System PEN Interchangeable Lens Camera
Featuring an Electronic Viewfinder and the Series' First Dust & Splash Proof Design, made to take anywhere for travel and everyday photography.
BETHLEHEM, Pa. -- OM Digital Solutions Corp. has announced the launch of the OM System PEN, the first PEN series camera to bear the OM System brand, scheduled to deliver in late October.
Since the release of the first-generation PEN film camera in 1959, the PEN series has been beloved by many people as a compact, lightweight camera that allows the user to enjoy a wide range of shooting styles, from serious photography to casually taking shots of everyday life. Building on this philosophy, the PEN is an interchangeable lens camera that conforms to the Micro Four Thirds System standard. It adds an electronic viewfinder to a conventional rangefinder-style design that is the first in the series to offer dust & splash proof capabilities1 and incorporates OM System's unique creative expression functions. The PEN unlocks a wide range of expressive capabilities unique to interchangeable lens cameras, empowering everyone from seasoned photography enthusiasts to those just starting out, to capture and enjoy images with creativity and confidence.
Key Features
Key Features of the OM System Pen:
- A design that inspires you to take it everywhere and keep shooting -- dust & splashproof and equipped with an electronic viewfinder.
- Color & Monochrome Profile Control that provides film-like image tone and expression.
- Computational photography features, a new photographic expression driven by digital technology.
At OM System, we believe creators deserve tools that support their vision without adding bulk or complication. The OM System PEN is built to be your everyday camera -- refined for those who explore more, carry less and enjoy the art of photography.
Main Feature Details
A design that inspires you to take it everywhere and keep shooting -- dust & splash proof and equipped with an electronic viewfinder.
The PEN is the first camera to be introduced under the PEN name by OM System. With a rangefinder-style design that has been loved for generations for its everyday usability, the PEN features a design that is both timeless and modern. Although the overall aesthetic focuses on straight lines, this camera also incorporates firm, curved surfaces that fit comfortably in the hand, balancing a quality feel with a secure grip.
It is also compact and supremely portable, making it easy to carry in everyday situations or on a journey and is equipped with an electronic viewfinder for better visibility and usability when shooting. Users can enjoy the unique process of shooting with a camera, looking through the viewfinder while adjusting the aperture value and shutter speed to achieve the image they want. This model is also the first camera in the PEN series to feature IPX1-rated splash proof performance and a dustproof design. Sealing materials are incorporated at key points throughout the camera body, allowing photographers to shoot with confidence even when faced with sudden changes in the weather.
In addition to design aesthetics and portability, the PEN offers excellent shooting performance. The TruePic IX image processing engine, 20.37 million effective pixel Live MOS sensor and high-resolution M.Zuiko Digital lens deliver excellent image quality. The PEN also features 5-axis image stabilization compatible with all mountable Micro Four Thirds System standard lenses, greatly enhancing hand-held shooting with up to 5.5 stops of stabilization in the center and up to 4.5 stops at the edges.
Color & Monochrome Profile Control that provides film-like image tone and expression. Presets can be selected such as choosing a color or black-and-white film setting, making it easy to explore different photographic styles. Users can enjoy photographic expression with colors and textures that reflect their own preferences, whether rendering city streets with a nostalgic air, creating a soft, delicate atmosphere or capturing striking monochrome images. Users can also check and adjust the effects of presets when shooting through the viewfinder, making it easier to create original photographic styles. The Profile Control Switch on the front of the camera offers single-press access to this function while holding the camera. Profile control can also be applied when shooting video (with the exception of S&Q).
Color Profile Control During color photography, the saturation of 12 separate colors can be adjusted in 11 levels to achieve the ideal tones. This can also be combined with Highlight & Shadow Control or shading effects for an expanded range of expression. We offer four preset types: "Film Rich Color," for rich, deep tones, "Film Vivid," for vivid saturation and rich colors, "Film Soft Tone," which delivers light, soft tones and Standard (Natural).
Monochrome Profile Control Users can combine five effects that are essential for black and white photography, including color filter effect, Highlight & Shadow Control, shading effects, film grain effect and tone effect for truly unique black and white images. Four presets are available: Film B&W, which makes use of a film grain effect, Film IR, which emphasizes a red color filter effect that looks like infrared film, Film Low Contrast, which reduces the contrast for a soft impression and Standard (Monotone).
Computational photography features, a new photographic expression driven by digital technology Compositing techniques that generally require a PC during post-processing are now available in-camera thanks to computational photography. Simply capturing images with the PEN allows users to create new photographic expressions with the latest digital technology, from more dramatic landscapes and cityscapes to depictions of flowing water as smooth and delicate as silk. The CP button is included on the camera to activate computational photography for easier access to some of these functions. Press and hold the CP button while turning the Control Dial to switch to the following shooting functions: Tripod High Res Shot Mode, Handheld High Res Shot, Live ND (ND2-16), Focus Stacking, HDR (HDR1 and 2) and Multiple Exposure.
Other Features
- 121-point all cross-type On-chip Phase Detection AF
- The PEN series' first AI Subject Detection AF for people and animals (cats and dogs)
- Starry Sky AF
- A dust reduction system that removes dust from the image sensor, allowing lens changes without the need to worry about dust appearing in photographs
- AUTO mode, which automatically detects the scene being shot and captures images using the optimal settings
- 24 SCN modes with 6 themes which supports shooting more complex scenarios, such as starscape photography
- 16 types of Art Filters for expanded creative expression
- Pro Capture shooting (records up to 12 previous frames at a maximum of 30 fps beginning with the moment when the shutter button is fully pressed, Raw sequential shooting is compatible)
- Set custom mode name for easy recall (up to 12 alphanumeric characters)
- Easily record cinematic video in OM-Cinema1 or OM-Cinema2 picture modes specifically designed for videos
- Supports vertical video and S&Q (slow/quick motion) video shooting
- Equipped with a video recording light (tally light)
Pricing & availability
- The OM System PEN will be available in Silver or Black in late October, at a suggested retail price of $999.99/$1,399.99 CAD.
- A bundled Kit with PEN (Silver or Black) and M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 III lens will be offered at a suggested retail price of $1099.99/$1,549.99 CAD.
- A bundled Double Lens Kit with PEN (Silver or Black), M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 III and M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm f4.0-5.6 R lens will be offered at a suggested retail price of $1,299.99/$1,799.99 CAD
Limited Time Offer -- While supplies last, purchase an OM System PEN and receive a free Clever Supply Skinny Wrist Strap (Valued at $54/$76 CAD, Made in USA, Black Leather).
Introducing the M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 III Standard Zoom Lens
A Compact, Lightweight Standard Zoom Lens Conforming to the Micro Four Thirds System Standard, with Excellent Close-up Shooting Performance and a Dust & Splash Proof Design
BETHLEHEM, Pa. -- OM Digital Solutions Corp. is pleased to announce the M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 III standard zoom lens (35mm equivalent: 28-84mm), which is part of the OM SYSTEM brand of imaging products and is scheduled to be available in late October.
Despite its compact, lightweight design, this new standard zoom lens offers enhanced close-up capabilities with a maximum image magnification of 0.53x equivalent (35mm equivalent), along with excellent weather resistance thanks to its IPX1-rated splash-proof performance and dust-proof design, making it ideal for a wide range of shooting scenarios. It can also be used with an OM SYSTEM camera that offers dust & splash proof performance, allowing users to carry it with confidence and enjoy shooting without worrying about changing weather conditions.
Key Features
- Compact, lightweight standard zoom lens with superb rendering performance
- Excellent close-up shooting performance, with a maximum image magnification of 0.53x equivalent (35mm equivalent) and closest focusing distance of 0.13m (at the wide-angle end)
- Impressive weather resistance thanks to its IPX1-rated splash-proof performance and dust-proof design
Pricing & availability
The M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 III lens will be available in late October, at a suggested retail price of $349.99/$499.99 CAD.