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title: "OM SYSTEM OLYMPUS E-P5 16.1 MP Mirrorless Digital Camera with 3-Inch LCD and 17mm f/1.8 Lens (Black)"
brand: "olympus"
price: "£787.58"
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# 1/8000 sec ultra-fast shutter speed 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization 16.1MP Four Thirds CMOS sensor OM SYSTEM OLYMPUS E-P5 16.1 MP Mirrorless Digital Camera with 3-Inch LCD and 17mm f/1.8 Lens (Black)

**Brand:** olympus
**Price:** £787.58
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📷 Elevate your visual storytelling with precision and speed — don’t just shoot, create iconic moments.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** OM SYSTEM OLYMPUS E-P5 16.1 MP Mirrorless Digital Camera with 3-Inch LCD and 17mm f/1.8 Lens (Black) by olympus
- **How much does it cost?** £787.58 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- olympus enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted olympus brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Bright, Fast Lens:** The 17mm f/1.8 lens delivers exceptional low-light performance and creamy bokeh to elevate your creative vision.
- • **Steady Shots Anywhere:** 5-axis image stabilization with automatic panning detection ensures blur-free images even on the move.
- • **Lightning-Fast Shutter:** Freeze every moment with a blazing 1/8000 sec shutter speed—perfect for dynamic street and travel photography.
- • **Pro-Level Image Clarity:** Capture stunning 16.1MP photos with the Four Thirds sensor designed for sharp, vibrant shots that stand out in any portfolio.
- • **Intuitive Control & Connectivity:** Dual control dials, tilting 3-inch touchscreen, and built-in Wi-Fi keep you in command and connected effortlessly.

## Overview

The OM SYSTEM OLYMPUS E-P5 is a sleek mirrorless camera featuring a 16.1MP Four Thirds CMOS sensor, ultra-fast 1/8000 sec shutter, and advanced 5-axis image stabilization. Paired with a bright 17mm f/1.8 lens, it excels in low-light and fast-action photography. Its dual control dials, tilting touchscreen, and Wi-Fi connectivity make it a versatile tool for professionals and enthusiasts aiming to capture crisp, vibrant images and Full HD video on the go.

## Description

From the Manufacturer          Product DescriptionFrom the ManufacturerYOU DON'T TAKE PICTURES. YOU CONNECT.Designed with a modern twist to the original PEN F, fans of the award-winning Olympus PEN family of cameras now have the PEN E-P5. The flagship PEN body that delivers a portable, premium quality experience. The E-P5 is packed with the latest innovations Olympus technology has to offer including 1/8000s Shutter Speed, 5-Axis Image Stabilization, "F.A.S.T" AF Speed, Built-In Wi-Fi capability*, 2x2 dial control and more. Advanced Design for a New Generation The Olympus PEN E-P5 carries on the essence of the design found in all Olympus PEN cameras and advances its appearance to a new level. Exacting attention was given to materials, form, texture and color. The body was designed to be seamless; no external fasteners can be seen on the sides, front or top of the body. Form and operability of dials, levers and buttons are positioned for optimal ease-of-use and comfort.*Wi-Fi is a trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.INCREDIBLE SPEED1/8000s Mechanical Shutter The E-P5 is the world's first mirrorless** camera equipped with a 1/8000 sec. high-speed mechanical shutter which allows you to freeze action without blur. Use prime lenses at their maximum aperture allowing you to capture beautifully defocused background images even in very bright daylight.**As of May 2013, Excluding the Electronic Shutter  Precise Flash Sync up to 1/320s Syncing your flash with fast shutter speeds is typically tricky; the flash is just too fast! The E-P5's shutter can sync with the built-in flash at shutter speeds up to 1/320s. This maximum sync speed gives you greater flexibility choosing the correct exposure settings when shooting outdoors in bright of back-lit conditions where fill flash on your subject is desirable.9fps Sequential Shooting High-speed sequential shooting as fast as 9fps can be accomplished when using the Tracking AF (C-AF+Tr), which works in tandem with the Autofocus to follow your subject. F.A.S.T AF - Touch Focus and Short Release Time Lag The F.A.S.T (Frequency Acceleration Sensor Technology) AF System is able to focus at an incredible speed and offers 35 separate focus areas that are spread over the image area. Four different AF area sizes can be selected - the smallest of which makes pin-point AF accuracy possible on even the smallest of macro subjects. Selectable 3x3 groups within the 35 areas are especially effective when you need to match the AF area pattern to your particular subject. And with a time lag of only 0.044 seconds*** instant photo opportunities will not get way from you even if you are photographing a subject moving at high speeds.*** When pressing the shutter halfway with IS Off. Battery consumption will increase and the number of shots that can be taken reduced by about 60 shots (CIPA standard).OPTIMAL IMAGE QUALITY5-Axis Image Stabilization with IS Auto The PEN E-P5 is equipped with 5-Axis image stabilization system with IS-Auto. 5-Axis IS compensates for vertical, horizontal, and rotational camera shake that conventional 2-axis systems of the past have been unable to handle. While the new IS-Auto mode detects both vertical and horizontal panning and automatically deactivates image stabilization on the panning axis. IS-Auto will allow you to make spectacular panning photos of a speedy car.5-Axis IS is built into the camera body to ensure effective stabilization with all lenses, its unique design makes it particularly effective when taking high-magnification telephoto shots, macro close-ups, and long exposures. In addition, it can be activated by pressing the shutter button halfway, so you can also use it to stabilize the viewfinder or LCD image and obtain a crisp, clear view of your subject that makes it easy to frame and compose your shots.16MP Live MOS Featuring the 16 megapixel Live MOS sensor of the OM-D E-M5, the Olympus Micro Four Thirds fourth generation PEN E-P5, is optimized to maximize the performance of all mZuiko digital lenses in any shooting condition. Improvements to the sensitivity and read-out speed of the existing sensor makes shooting and Full HD movie recording possible. TruePic VI Image Processor TruePic VI Image Processor, designed specifically for the Olympus PEN, features Real Color Technology for improved color reproduction (especially colors such as emerald green, yellow, and gold) and improved color gradation. The faster processor also allows for a shorter recovery time between shots.BUILT-IN WIFIWiFi Connectivity Get connected instantly. Touch the WiFi icon on the PEN E-P5's LCD to connect to your smartphone using the Olympus I.O Share SmartPhone app. Select images you want to share, add them to your share list, and quickly and easily send images with the touch of a single button. Remote Shutter Release via Smartphone Take control of your PEN E-P5, without even touching it! Using the Olympus I.O.Share smartphone app you can preview your composition, choose the AF point and release the shutter; perfect for tripod and self-portrait shooting.QR Code Connection Sync your PEN E-P5 to your smartphone in an instant. With the new "QR Code Connect" you take a shot of the QR code on the camera’s LCD monitor with your smartphone and your camera and smartphone are sync’d instantly using the OI.Share's private connection.GPS Capability Geotags can be easily added to your photos by simply sending the high-precision GPS log data recorded by OI.Share to your camera. This function of the E-P5 allows you to use map functions on Olympus Viewer 3 or other applications supporting GPS log data.CREATIVE FUNCTIONALITYPhoto Story You can easily create a combination of photos by selecting one of four themes. Each theme allows you to create a photo story of a certain flair with just a single touch. Choose Standard to capture three images in single layout to tell a story. Select "Speed" that allows continuous seamless shooting of 5 images and combines them into one image, Choose "Zoom-In/Zoom-Out" to captures two images at two different distances into one image, or select "Fun Frames" and create images that mimic Film style and Polaroids.Art Filters and Variations Twelve in-camera Art Filters are enhanced by new filter variations, art effects and bracketing. Photographers can use Art Filters in all shooting modes as well as when shooting HD movies.The Twelve in-camera Art Filters (Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale and Light Color, Light Tone, Grainy Film, Pin Hole, Diorama, Gentle Sepia, Cross Process, Key Line, Dramatic Tone and NEW Watercolor) are enhanced by new filter variations, art effects and bracketing. Also, the E-P5 now features the Monochrome Art Filter Effect, where the Picture Tone effect can change the color from normal monotone to sepia, blue, purple, and green.  RAW Development with Art Filter Bracketing If you can't make up your mind about choosing a filter, you can use the Art Filter Bracketing function to generate multiple pictures with Art Filters with a single shot and then view them as a slideshow. Art Filter Bracketing can be applied to recorded RAW format data by in-camera RAW processing.Interval Shooting with Time Lapse Video Interval shooting allows 1-99 shots, from 1 second to 24 hour time interval to easily shoot a series of pictures. he E-P5 also has a valuable feature that easily converts a series of pictures taken using interval shooting into a time-lapse movie (Max 10 seconds movie at 99 shots).ULTIMATE CONTROL2 x 2 Dial Control with Custom Lever 2x2 dial control on the E-P5 gives you ultimate control with two dials and a function lever, allowing direct access to aperture/shutter speed,, exposure compensation, ISO settings, and white balance - directly by dial.In addition, the Fn lever can be used to switch Movie button functions and focus modes.Super Spot AF and Focus Peaking Super Spot AF helps you to accurately bring even extremely small subjects into focus, allowing you to select an area even smaller than the AF point. With Small AF Target, you can set your focus even more precisely by reducing the size of the Spot AF target. The E-P5 also features Focus Peaking, which brings shots into focus manually such as when taking photos using OM or Four Thirds glass.Live Bulb with Histogram  Now, when shooting in the "Live Bulb" mode, you can see the progression of exposure and the live Histogram shows you how exposure is distributed across all points of the image.

## Features

- 16MP CMOS Four Thirds format sensor
- Twin control dials (front and rear) with '2x2' dual-mode option
- 1/8000 sec top shutter speed, 1/320 sec flash sync
- '5-axis' image stabilization with automatic panning detection ('S-IS Auto')
- ISO 'LOW' (100 equiv) - ISO 25,600

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Exposure Control | Program AE, Shutter priority, Aperture priority, Automatic |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Self Timer | 10 seconds |
| Crop Mode | 16:9 |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dots Per Screen | 120 |
| Display Fixture Type | Tilting |
| Touch Screen Type | Yes |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 1036800 |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Write Speed | 9 fps |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | C1 |
| Flash Memory Video Speed Class | U3 |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | UHS-I |
| Flash Memory Supported Size Maximum | 64 GB |
| Compatible Mountings | Micro Four Thirds |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Image stabilization | Sensor-shift |
| Maximum Aperture | 1.8 f |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 16.1 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 0.000125 seconds |
| Form Factor | Mirrorless |
| Special Feature | Image Stabilization |
| Color | Black |
| Item Weight | 0.93 Pounds |
| Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| Flash Modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Synch, Rear Curtain Synch |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Skill Level | Amateur |
| Specific Uses For Product | General photography purposes including portrait, street, and travel photography |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphones |
| Continuous Shooting | 9 |
| Aperture modes | 1.8 |
| Audio Input | Built-In Microphone (Stereo) |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/320 sec |
| Video Capture Format | AVC |
| Expanded ISO Maximum | 25600 |
| Audio Output Type | Headphones |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
| Battery Average Life | 330 Photos |
| Guide Number | 7 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| File Format | RAW, JPEG, RAW+JPEG, MPO(3D still) |
| Effective Still Resolution | 16.1 MP |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG, RAW |
| Total Still Resolution | 16.1 MP |
| Maximum Focal Length | 17 Millimeters |
| Optical Zoom | 1 x |
| Lens Type | Interchangeable |
| Zoom | Optical Zoom |
| Camera Lens | 17mm focal length, f/1.8 maximum aperture, low light performance, image stabilization |
| Minimum Focal Length | 17 Millimeters |
| Real Angle Of View | 65.56 Degrees |
| Focal Length Description | 17 millimeters |
| Digital Zoom | 2 |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Lens Construction | 7 elements in 5 groups |
| Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
| Wireless Technology | Wi-Fi |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| Shooting Modes | Program AE, Shutter priority, Aperture priority, Automatic |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Night vision | No |
| Auto Focus Technology | Selective single-point, Face Detection, Tracking, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Live View, Contrast Detection, Touch |
| Focus Features | Contrast Dectection |
| Autofocus Points | 35 |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode | Single-Servo AF (AF-S) |
| Autofocus | Yes |

## Product Details

- **Compatible Mountings:** Micro Four Thirds
- **Aspect Ratio:** 16:9
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** RAW, JPEG, RAW+JPEG, MPO(3D still)
- **Image Stabilization:** Sensor-shift
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 17 Millimeters
- **Optical Zoom:** 1 x
- **Maximum Aperture:** 1.8 f
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review from a pro.
*by B***K on March 24, 2014*

To qualify myself I have a successful photography business and I have shot every level of camera out there. I shoot weddings, commercial work, event photography, family portraits, and much more all with M43 cameras. Was a Nikon guy until 3 years ago but 3 Nikons with back focus issues pointed me towards the M43 revolution. I have never looked back and I have owned about every Olympus M43 camera they make. I currently shoot with the E-M1 and E-M5 and my results have been beyond stellar. There are currently no APS-C cameras nor Full Frame cameras that interest me in the least bit because my results with Olympus has been so spectacular. The sharpness in focus with these cameras are second to none. That brings me to the E-P5. I have to say after several days use, it is my favorite M43 camera ever and that says a lot being that I own the E-M1. This camera is amazingly solid, controls are very logical and everything works as a rangefinder style body should. This camera even more so than my other Olympus cameras truly puts the fun back in photography. This camera is just plain sexy and the image quality is amazing. I love hearing people say but when I zoom in 500% the 43 sensor just doesn't cut it. I say you are so beyond anal and need to focus on artistry not pixels. Why are photographers so afraid of grain? Remember when you used to pick a film for its graininess to add to the artistic value? That being said, the grain is so extremely well controlled and has an amazing film quality to it. This has been the case with about every Olympus camera I have owned. I am so glad I picked this camera over the GX7 and the VF-4 is a must. Buy this camera if you want the best bang for your buck with unreal IQ and portability. To show you what these cameras can do search Brock Best Photography on Google to see my work. If you buy this camera you won't be sorry.Update:This camera has truly become my favorite Olympus camera. I have put thousands of images through it (professionally) and it has been ultra reliable never letting me down. You would not believe the rave reviews it gets from people on looks and it strikes up conversations everywhere I go.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sigh....
*by J***C on July 21, 2013*

I also own an Olympus E-P3, the predecessor to the E-P5. With the E-P3 I use the 14-42mm zoom lens, the 14-150mm zoom lens, the 15mm body cap lens, and a Panasonic 14mm prime lens. Of those, the one that is on my camera 95% of the time is the 14-150mm. I love the size and weight of the E-P3 and the quality of the pictures it produces, so it was not a difficult decision for me to upgrade to the E-P5. When I received the E-P5, I was very happy with the new features. I also liked the 17mm prime lens that came with the kit, which in combination with the E-P5 produced the most outstanding pictures.Unfortunately, there is one element of the E-P5 that turned out to be a show-stopper for me. I've since (sadly and reluctantly) returned the camera.I use my E-P3 with the optional large grip. It makes the camera a delight to hold and use. With any of the lenses, it is a wonderfully comfortable and balanced product. Not so the E-P5. It comes with a small permanent grip that is not helpful in any way. There is no natural position for the fingers on the front face of the camera. With no place to adequately 'grip' the grip, one must exert a lot of pressure squeezing the front and back panels in order to hold the camera properly.I did an A-B comparison between the E-P3 and the E-P5 using the same lenses on each camera. The result: I could hold the E-P3 in my hand all day; with the E-P5, I couldn't wait to take the shot and put the thing down. Maybe those who never held an E-P3 won't notice this problem. Many on-line and magazine reviewers, though, have noted their dislike for the E-P5 grip. Despite its other wonderful features and qualities, the E-P5 body is a no-go for me.I contacted Olympus on the off-chance that they might be developing a larger grip as an add-on accessory. They responded that there is no new E-P5 grip in the works. So, the camera is now in the mail heading back to Amazon. If someone comes across an add-on grip for the camera, please let me know. If it works, I'll re-purchase the E-P5 in a NY minute.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My (new) Olympus favorite.
*by D***O on May 10, 2024*

I'm a complete Olympus user and fan. This e p5 has become my new daily carry camera. Easy function dials with all the other advantages that Olympus offers. Even though it is 10 years old, the quality of this used camera is excellent. It has no flaws whatsoever. Congratulations to the supplier from Japan. I'm just an amateur and I’ve learned that super expensive cameras don't make me a better photographer. Learning correct technique and camera usage is the answer. Olympus has always given me the comfort level I need to keep going.

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