Olympus PEN E-PL9 Interchangeable Lens Camera is Now Available for the Creative, Trendy Shooter: Compact, Lightweight, 16.1 MP Live MOS, Easy Selfies Via Selfie Mode & 180-Degree Flip-Touch LCD Monitor, In-Body Image Stabilization, 4K Ultra HD Video, Advanced Photo Modes, Creative Features, Built-in Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi™

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Olympus: PEN E-PL9 (Pearl White color) with M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ, and M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8

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IMAGING MADE SIMPLE:
THE EYE-CATCHING OLYMPUS PEN E-PL9

New PEN Is a Compact, Lightweight Interchangeable Lens Camera That Delivers Outstanding Image Quality and Creativity for the Trendy Shooter

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., April 5, 2018 — Olympus introduces the Olympus PEN^® E-PL9, a compact, lightweight interchangeable lens camera packed with features to enhance your photography with stunning image quality and sophisticated design. The PEN E-PL9 is the newest model in the award-winning PEN lineup and combines Olympus’ latest touchscreen controls with an array of interchangeable lens options to go beyond smartphone photography, perfect for those looking to capture and share their lifestyle in attention-grabbing detail with friends and followers.

Olympus: PEN E-PL9 (Pearl White color) with M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ which is sold separately

The Olympus PEN E-PL9’s sophisticated design is bolstered by aluminum accents, metal dials, and leather grain that perfectly complements each color option to match your personal style — Pearl White, Onyx Black, and Honey Brown. The 180-degree flip-touch LCD monitor simplifies selfie stills and videos with an easy-to-use interface that automatically switches the camera to Selfie Mode when the monitor is flipped downward to its front-facing position.

Olympus: PEN E-PL9 (Pearl White color)

In-body image stabilization delivers sharp images and smooth 4K video even in low light environments or when using a telephoto lens. The latest Olympus TruePic^TM VIII Image Processor, the same processor included on the Olympus flagship OM-D™ E-M1 Mark II, improves image quality and responsiveness. Built-in Bluetooth^® and Wi-Fi™ allow you to easily connect your PEN E-PL9 to your smartphone to wirelessly transfer images and upload to social channels.

With the PEN E-PL9’s Auto Mode, the camera instantly detects a scene and chooses the best settings. Scene Modes let you choose from preset scenarios like People, Motion, Indoors, Nightscapes, Scenery, or Close-ups for easy setting customization. Advanced Photo Modes are readily available using the touch LCD monitor and facilitate high-end photo techniques such as nighttime Live Composite and multi-exposure shooting, so anyone can capture stunning images without worrying about difficult settings.

Olympus PEN E-PL9 Kit: PEN E-PL9 camera body (Honey Brown color), M.Zuiko 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ lens, custom camera bag, custom camera strap, 16GB memory card, Quick Tip Card, and Quick Start Guide

U.S. Pricing and Availability
The Olympus PEN E-PL9 will be available in Pearl White, Onyx Black, and Honey Brown beginning on April 5, 2018 for a street price of $599.99 USD / $699.99 CAD for the camera body and $699.99 USD / $899.99 CAD for the one lens kit. The one lens kit includes the PEN E-PL9 camera body, M.Zuiko 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ lens, custom camera bag, custom camera strap, 16GB memory card, Quick Tip Card, and Quick Start Guide.

For a complete list of specifications, visit the Olympus website: https://www.getolympus.com/digitalcameras/pen/e-pl9.html

Journalists interested in more information, review units and high-resolution images of the Olympus PEN E-PL9 should contact Katie Rama, MullenLowe Public Relations, katie.rama@mullenlowe.com, 646-870-4722, or Jennifer Colucci, Olympus America Inc., 484-896-5719, jennifer.colucci@olympus.com or visit the Olympus website: https://asset.olympusamerica.com/login/.

Main Features

Easy-To-Shoot Creative Photography
The PEN E-PL9 features 16 Art Filters for adding unique, creative flourishes to make your images stand out, and the new Instant Film filter adds a modern effect to images while maintaining a nostalgic feel. AP (Advanced Photo) Modes support advanced photography techniques such as nighttime Live Composite and multi-exposure shooting, so anyone can enjoy complex shooting techniques without worrying about difficult settings. Olympus Micro Four Thirds lenses are available to deliver a range of expression and superior image quality only achievable with an interchangeable lens camera; portraits come alive with beautiful background defocusing effects, and dynamic snapshots boast an enhanced sense of perspective.

Easy Selfies with 180-Degree Flip-Touch LCD Monitor
The Touch AF Shutter function makes self-portraits easy; simply touch the LCD monitor to focus and trip the shutter in a single step. For additional control, the monitor flips down 180 degrees, so you can frame a perfect selfie without getting your finger in the shot. When flipped down, the monitor automatically switches to Selfie Mode where e-Portrait, the shutter, video recording, playback, and the custom self-timer can all be operated using simple touch operations.

Automatically Transfer Images to a Smartphone
The PEN E-PL9 features built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to easily connect to a smartphone and share images on social media. Using Bluetooth, the camera can stay in standby so it is ready to be turned on from your smartphone when you want to transfer an image using the Olympus Image Share (OI.Share) smartphone app. Even when the camera is in your bag, you can view and transfer images from the camera to a smartphone. A convenient new function allows you to transfer images to your smartphone automatically by simply selecting the image with the camera’s Share Order button. The chosen images are transferred to your smartphone once the camera is turned off.

A Compact, Lightweight Body
The PEN E-PL9 is extremely portable and lighter than a 500-ml bottle of water even when combined with the M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ lens, making it compact enough to fit in the palm of your hand. The camera’s new grip has been modified into a shape that is easier to hold for more control while shooting, and attractive leather grain and details such as foil stamping produce a simple, sophisticated design. Multiple body colors are available to match your style. 

Sharp, High-Quality Images and Video
In-body image stabilization delivers sharp images and smooth 4K video in low light or when using a telephoto lens. The addition of the latest TruePic™ VIII Image Processor, used in Olympus’s flagship OM-D E-M1 Mark II, reduces noise in various scenes to produce clear images. For simplified shooting, the PEN E-PL9’s Auto Mode detects subject faces, eyes, brightness, and movement to automatically select the optimal shooting settings, so all you need to do is press the shutter button to capture beautiful photos.

Other Features

• SCN (Scene) Modes let you instantly activate the appropriate shooting settings by simply touching a shooting theme on the screen
• The built-in flash can be used to reduce blurring even when shooting at night
• Versatile AF functions make it possible to quickly focus on a face or eyes no matter where they are on the screen
• Maximum 8.6 fps high-speed sequential shooting lets you capture split-second subject expressions
• Olympus Image Share (OI.Share) now includes the “Camera How To” section, which introduces tutorial videos of how to shoot with the PEN E-PL9

Separately Available Accessories

Lens Case CS-52
The compact CS-52 lens case conveniently stores interchangeable lenses. The case features design elements such as antique-style metal clasps and a mounting bracket that can be hung on the handle of your camera bag. The hand strap can be looped over your wrist so you can keep both hands free when changing lenses. Compatible lenses that can be stored in the case include the M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ, M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8, M.Zuiko Digital 25mm F1.8, M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro, M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F4.0-5.6 R, and others.

Olympus (left to right): M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8, M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro, M.Zuiko Digital 25mm F1.8, M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F4.0-5.6 R

Genuine Leather Body Jacket CS-45B
The genuine leather body jacket is designed to protect the camera body from scratches and enhances the sophisticated look of the PEN E-PL9. The body jacket can also be paired with the PEN E-PL7 and PEN E-PL8 and is available in white, black, brown and light brown. Coordinate the jacket with the currently available genuine leather shoulder strap CSS-S109LL II and genuine leather lens cover LC-60.5GL.

Sales Outline: Separately Available Accessories

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