PEN
OM SYSTEM PEN
- Creative looks for every day
- Freedom to grow creatively
- Smart and stable where it matters
- A true camera experience
- Compact, light – made for travel
Everyday Life, Captured. PEN.
The best moments in life rarely announce themselves — they happen along quiet streets, in soft morning light, and unexpected turns every day. Inspired by the original PEN idea of making photography as easy and natural as using a pen, the PEN is designed for everyday and travel photography. Compact, intuitive, and always ready, it captures daily life, city walks, weekend escapes, and unforgettable journeys — the moments you discover, not just the places everyone else has already seen.
- Creative in-camera functions
- Custom colour recipes
- Custom monochrome recipes
- Wi-Fi & Bluetooth LE connectivity
- 4K video for everyday stories
- External microphone connection
- Rangefinder-style viewfinder
- AI Human & Pet Detection Autofocus
- Lightweight 393g body for travel
- Weather-sealed for daily adventures
Go anywhere, anytime
Lightweight, weather-sealed and compact, the PEN is built for travel and everyday carry.
Stay sharp
AI Human & Pet Detection Autofocus helps keep people, pets and everyday moments sharp.
In-camera creativity
Add detail, depth, movement and layered effects, and create your own colour or monochrome recipes.
Share everyday life
Connect the camera to your phone and share your images and creative recipes with others.
See how the PEN fits into everyday photography - as easy to use as a pen

Need more detail for crops and prints?
With in-camera High Res Shot, capture ultra-detailed 50MP images straight from the camera — ideal for landscapes, interiors, product shots and prints.

Want smooth water or soft motion blur?
With in-camera Live ND up to ND8, reduce light to get motion blur in water, clouds and street scenes without extra filters — an easy way to try long exposures.

Struggling to keep close-ups sharp from front to back?
With in-camera Focus Stacking, capture more detail across flowers, food, products and macro subjects by keeping more of the scene sharp.

Bright skies and dark shadows in the same scene?
With in-camera HDR, balance contrast for natural-looking travel photos, sunsets, interiors and city scenes with richer detail.

Want artistic images without editing software?
With in-camera Multiple Exposure, combine images into one layered creative photo — ideal for portraits, street scenes and abstract effects.
Move beyond phone filters.
Create film-inspired colour and black and white recipes in-camera with the PEN. Tailor your look, save your favourites and share your signature styles with other creators using the OI.Share app.
Want colour that feels more personal than a preset?
With Colour Profile Control, fine-tune the colours to create custom colour recipes in-camera — from soft vintage tones to bold street photography looks.
Want more control over black and white photography?
With Monochrome Profile Control, use colour filters to shape skies, skin tones and contrast for a classic monochrome look.

Track people and pets with confidence
Powered by advanced AI autofocus technology found in selected OM series models, the PEN’s fast 121-point phase-detection system detects, locks onto and follows people and pets—helping you keep your subject sharp while you frame the shot.

Shoot handheld in low light
Low light does not have to mean blurred shots or extra kit. Advanced 5-axis image stabilisation helps reduce camera shake, giving you the freedom to shoot handheld — even with multi-second exposures.

Easy to carry, ready to shoot
At approx. 500g with a standard zoom or prime lens, the PEN is a compact, lightweight camera system you can carry easily for travel, street photography and everyday use.

See the shot more clearly
The immersive electronic viewfinder helps you focus on your subject and see everyday scenes from a fresh perspective.

Keep shooting when the weather changes
Rain should not stop the shot. Dust resistance and IPX1-rated splashproof performance help you keep shooting with confidence while travelling.

Get in the shot, not just behind it
Hard to be in the shot and behind the camera? Use your mobile phone to frame, focus and control the PEN remotely — ideal for wireless selfies, group photos and creative angles.

Browse your photos without taking the camera out
No need to take the camera out just to view your photos. Wake up the PEN from your mobile phone, then browse, download and share what you have captured.

Keep your signature look consistent
Want to keep your signature look consistent? Send, receive and upload Colour and Monochrome recipes with the OI.Share app, then apply your favourite styles in-camera.

Shoot for screens and social media
Creating for different platforms can slow you down. The PEN supports 4K video and vertical shooting, with in-camera image stabilisation helping to keep handheld footage smooth.

Find your creative video style faster
Video editing can feel complicated before you even start. Slow and fast motion, OM-Cinema1 & 2 profiles, and Colour & Monochrome recipes give you creative video options straight from the camera.

Make your sound match your story
Great-looking video can be let down by poor audio. Connect an external microphone via the PEN's 3.5mm microphone jack and build a compact vlogging kit for daily videos, travel clips or cinematic expression.

A legacy of everyday accessibility
Since it was originally introduced in 1959, the Olympus PEN line has made photography feel more open, approachable, and enjoyable for more people. Designed to feel as intuitive and natural as pen and paper, it helped empower more people to capture the moments, feelings, and perspectives they wanted to share.

Designed to be carried, made to be used
The PEN was created as a compact camera for everyday life, easy to take with you and make your own. Today, PEN reimagines that legacy for modern life, combining the spirit of the original with a refined design made to be carried, used, and loved every day.
Technical specifications

| Image Stabilisation | Built-in 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilisation |
| Video Quality | 4K, C4K, Full HD, S&Q |
| Importer | OM Digital Solutions GmbH Willy-Brandt-Strasse 23 20457 Hamburg, Germany mail: [email protected] |
| Manufacturer | OM Digital Solutions Corporation 49-3 Takakura-machi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo 192-0033, Japan mail: [email protected] |
| Image Stabilisation | Built-in 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilisation |
| Video Quality | 4K, C4K, Full HD, S&Q |
| Importer | OM Digital Solutions GmbH Willy-Brandt-Strasse 23 20457 Hamburg, Germany mail: [email protected] |
| Manufacturer | OM Digital Solutions Corporation 49-3 Takakura-machi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo 192-0033, Japan mail: [email protected] |
- Vulnerability Support Period
Basic Information Further Details See our Product security page - Type
Lens mount Micro Four Thirds - Image Sensor
Type 4/3'' Live MOS sensor Effective pixels 20.4 Megapixels Full resolution 21.8 Megapixels Aspect ratio & area 4:3 / 17.4 x 13.0mm Filter array RGB - Dust reduction system
Dust reduction filter Supersonic Wave Filter - Viewfinder
Type OLED Electronic Viewfinder Pixel number 2.36M dots Magnification Approx. 1.10×–1.23× depending on Finder Style (-1m⁻¹, 50mm lens, infinity) Angle of view Approx. 100% Style 3 styles selectable Correction of color temperature +/- 3 levels Diopter adjustment Equipped -4.0 - +2.0 diopters / built-in type Eye point Approx. 20.5 mm (-1m⁻¹, from rear lens surface) - Monitor
Monitor type Vari-angle LCD - Touch Panel Resolution 1040K dots Monitor size 7.6cm / 3.0'' (3:2) Brightness adjustment +/- 7 levels Color balance Brightness ±7 levels / Colour temperature ±7 levels Touch Control functions AF area enlargement, AF area selection, AF targeting pad, Art Filter, Face/Subject selection, Frame forward/backward, Live Guide, Magnified playback, Menu control, Movie Controls, Profile mode controls, Scene Modes, Shutter release, Super Control Panel, Wi-Fi connection - Level Gauge
Detection 2-axis Display Rear display and viewfinder - Live View
Magnification levels 3 / 5 / 7 / 10 / 14x Live ND Available (ND2 / 4 / 8 / 16)S/M mode only; flash unavailable; ISO up to 800; max shutter speed 1/30 at ND2, decreasing with higher ND steps - Image Stabiliser
Image Stabilisation Built-in 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilisation Type Sensor shift Modes S-IS AUTO, S-IS1, S-IS2, S-IS3, OFF Lens IS priority Available Live View stabilisation Available Effective Compensation Range Center 5.5 steps / Corner 4.5 steps
Up to 5.5 EV steps - Focusing System
Method High-speed imager AF; imager phase detection AF + imager contrast AF Modes S-AF, S-AF+MF, C-AF, C-AF+MF, MF, C-AF+TR, C-AF+TR+MF, Preset MF, Starry Sky AF, Starry Sky AF+MF, Super spot AF Intelligent Subject Detection AF Cats, Dogs, Human, *Still image mode only Face Detection extension Face / Eye detection AF available in Video recording mode only Manual focus Available, with enlarged focusing area, focus peaking and focus indicator Focus areas 121 points * /
121 points contrast AF
All target, single target (normal / small), group target (5-area / 9-area / 25-area), custom target 1-4 (AF area and its increment steps selectable)AF illuminator Equipped AF targeting pad Available AF working range -3.5 EV to 20 EV (ISO approx. 100, F2.8 lens) Focus limit Available; up to 3 distance settings can be saved C-AF tracking sensitivity 5 steps C-AF Center Priority Available Focus Bracketing Mode Number of images 3 - 999 shots Step size 10 levels Focus peaking Back light effect On / Off Color selection White, black, red, yellow Intensity High / Normal / Low Focus Stacking Mode Technology Available Compatible Lenses 7-14mm F2.8 PRO, 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS, 12-100mm F4 IS PRO, 12-40mm F2.8 PRO, 12-40mm F2.8 PRO II, 12-45mm F4 PRO, 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 III, 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25x IS PRO, 300mm F4 PRO, 30mm F3.5 Macro, 40-150mm F2.8 PRO 40-150mm F4.0 PRO, 60mm F2.8 Macro, 8-25mm F4 PRO, 8mm F1.8 Fisheye PRO, M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS II, M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS, M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm F2.8 IS PRO, M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO Compatible Converter 1.4x Teleconverter MC-14, 2x Teleconverter MC-20 Note Angle of view becomes slightly smaller - Exposure System
Modes Aperture priority, Art Filter, AUTO, Bulb (Live Bulb, Live Time, Live Composite), Custom, Manual, Programme automatic, Scene select, Shutter priority Exposure compensation +/- 5 EV ( 1, 1/2, 1/3 steps )
Note: Monitor and EVF displays only up to ±3 EV.Exposure bracketing 3/5 frames (2.0 or 3.0 EV) ISO bracketing 0.3, 0.7, 1.0 EV HDR bracketing 3 / 5 frames ( +/- 2 / 3 EV steps )
7 frames ( +/- 2 EV steps )AE lock Available
Flicker Scan: Available - Multi-Exposure
Max. number of frames 2 frames (shooting) Auto gain control Available Interval shooting Settings Available
Max. number of frames: 999 (Creation of time-lapse movie possible)
Exposure smoothing - Light Metering
Method TTL image sensor metering Zones 324 zones Multi-pattern Sensing System Detection range -2 - 20 EV (f2.8, ISO 100) Modes Centre weighted metering, ESP light metering, Highlight, Shadow, Spot metering - Art Filter
Modes Bleach Bypass, Cross Process, Diorama, Dramatic Tone, Gentle Sepia, Grainy Film, Instant Film, Key Line, Light Tone, Pale & Light Color, Partial Color, Pin Hole, Pop Art, Soft Focus, Vintage, Water Color Note * 18 colours selectable - Monochrome Profile Control
Monochrome Profile Control 8 color filters with 3 levels; shading effect 11 steps (-5 to +5); Film Grain Off/Low/Med/High; monochrome color Normal/Sepia/Blue/Purple/Green; MONO1–MONO4 memories - Color Profile Control
Color Profile Control Color Profile Control Saturation of 12 colors adjustable in 11 steps (-5 to +5); shading effect 11 steps (-5 to +5); COLOR1–COLOR4 memories; Highlight & Shadow settings can be stored - Sensitivity
Auto ISO LOW 64 - 6400 Manual ISO LOW approx. 64 / approx. 100; ISO 200-25600 - White Balance
AUTO WB system Auto WB White balance bracketing 3 frames; A-B / G-M axis; 2 / 4 / 6 steps Custom WB Custom WB (Kelvin setting) Manual White balance (One-Touch) Available One-touch white balance 4 custom settings can be registered Preset values 7 - Sequence Shooting
Speed Approx. 5fps (selectable 1-5fps)
Max. number of frames: RAW 29 / JPG (LF): 154Anti-shock mode Speed Approx. 4.8fps (selectable 1-5fps) Pro Capture mode Speed* Approx. 30fps (selectable 15, 20, 30fps) Speed (H) Approx. 30fps**Compatible lenses are limited.
***Focus and exposure are fixed at first frameSilent mode Speed (H) Approx. 30fps
Max. number of frames: RAW 20 / JPG (LF): 20
Max. number of frames: RAW 23 / JPG (LF): 48
When using the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO II
Low ISO processing: Priority is given to sequential shooting - Image Processing
Art Filter bracketing Available Color space sRGB / AdobeRGB Fisheye compensation Available; 3 styles with M.Zuiko Digital ED 8mm F1.8 Fisheye PRO Black & White filter Yellow, Orange, Red, Green Picture mode Art Filter, Colour Creator, Custom, i-Finish, Colour Profile Control, Monochrome Profile Control, Monotone, Natural, Portrait, Underwater, Vivid, Flat, e-Portrait Engine TruePic™ IX Tele converter effect 2x - External Flash Control
X-sync speed 1/250 sec.; electronic shutter: 1/50 sec. up to ISO 6400, 1/20 sec. ISO 8000+ / ISO bracketing Intensity +/- 3 EV ( 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV steps ) - Wireless Flash Control
Available - Recording Formats
JPEG Applied RAW 12bit RAW & JPEG Applied parallel recording Aspect ratio 4:3 / 3:2 / 16:9 / 1:1 / 3:4 - Still Image Recording
DCF 2.0 EXIF 3.0 RAW Applied - Image Size
RAW 5184 x 3888 compressed JPEG 5184 × 3888 to 1024 × 768 - Movie Recording System
Recording format MOV(MPEG-4AVC/H.264) Picture mode Flat, OM-Log400, OM-Cinema1, OM-Cinema2 Time code Rec run / Free run
Drop frame / Non-drop frame
ALL-I: FHD 30p/25p/24p approx. 202 Mbps (48kHz/16bit) or approx. 205 Mbps (96kHz/24bit)
FullHD IPB /LongGOP FHD 30p/25p/24p approx. 30/33 Mbps; 60p/50p approx. 52/55 Mbps depending on audioVideo Quality 4K, C4K, Full HD, S&Q 4K Movie quality 4096×2160 (C4K) / 24p approx. 237/240 Mbps
3840 x 2160 (4K) / 30p, 25p, 24p / IPB (approx. 102 Mbps)HD Movie quality Full HD 1920 × 1080 30p/25p/24p ALL-I or LongGOP; 60p/50p LongGOP - Movie Specialties
Art Filter Available Fast motion S&Q Movie available Flicker Scan Available Monitor mode Live View Output via HDMI: Monitor mode / Record mode Record mode 4K/C4K cannot be set; movie quality can be YCbCr 4:2:2 8-bit High-Speed Recording S&Q capture up to 120 fps Slow motion Available - Sound Recording System
Speaker Built-in mono speaker Image footage 30s Internal microphone Built-in stereo microphones Microphone functions Recording Volume, Volume limiter, Wind Noise Reduction - View Images
Modes Calendar, Enlargement, Index, Movie, Single-frame Shooting information Off / On Highlight/Shadow point warning Available Histogram in playback mode Available Auto rotation Available - Image Editing
Editing functions Aspect ratio, Correction of saturation, e-Portrait, Gradation auto, Image Overlay, Monochrome, Post recording, RAW data edit, Red-eye reduction, Resize, Sepia, Trimming - Movie Editing
In-movie image extraction Available (4K only) Trimming Available - Customisation Options
Programmable button Equipped Fn Button Equipped My Mode 5 settings storable (Can be set to mode dial.) Factory reset Full / Basic Menu languages in camera Czech, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish,
*Available menu languages vary by region. - Interface
Hot shoe Equipped Microphone jack 3.5 ø mm mini-jack (plug-in power on/off) USB 2.0 High Speed Applied USB 3 Type C Wireless connectivity Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi Communication method Bluetooth® Low Energy Ver.5.2 Note "HDMI", the HDMI logo and "High-Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by OLYMPUS CORPORATION is under license.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. - Wi-Fi Functions
Easy Connection QR code setting GPS info Available through Smartphone GPS data Image Share Available; marking function for image share
Simple Image Transfer (Power-Off Standby) Images can be automatically imported using image-share marking / remotely viewed while camera power is off; activated via Bluetooth and imported via Wi-Fi
Wireless Release Remote Control Wireless release (half/full press), movie start/stopWireless Shooting Available (Live View remote control) - Tough Features
Weatherproof Dustproof, Splashproof Weatherproof Construction IPX1 when body is used with OM SYSTEM splashproof lens - Power Supply
Battery life Image shooting EVF approx. 410 shots / LCD approx. 410 shots (CIPA) Movie recording Approx. 80 min CIPA; approx. 130 min when zoom and other operational functions are not used Battery BLS-7 Li-ion battery Sleep mode 1, 3, 5min. and off selectable. USB charging Built-in battery can be charged with USB (when camera power is off) USB Charger - Dimensions / Weight
Width 125.8mm Depth 43.3mm Height 74.5mm Weight 393g (including battery and memory card) Weight (body only) 344g (body only) - Environment
Humidity 30 - 90% operation humidity / 10 - 90% storage humidity Temperature 0 - 40°C (operation) / -20 - 60°C (storage) - Exterior
Available Colours Black, Silver - Product safety
Importer OM Digital Solutions GmbH
Willy-Brandt-Strasse 23
20457 Hamburg, Germany
mail: [email protected]Manufacturer OM Digital Solutions Corporation
49-3 Takakura-machi, Hachioji-shi,
Tokyo 192-0033, Japan
mail: [email protected]
Get the most out of your PEN
Q&A - PEN FAQ
Yes. The PEN is designed for everyday photography, travel, street photography and creative shooting. It combines a compact body with interchangeable lenses, a built-in electronic viewfinder, two operation dials, a large sensor and fast response. It is simple enough to enjoy from day one, but versatile enough to grow with you as you explore different lenses, creative profiles, in-camera features and more advanced camera control.
Yes. The PEN is officially certified to an IPX1 water-resistance rating. This gives you added reassurance when shooting outdoors in rain or damp conditions, whether you’re travelling or capturing everyday moments on the go.
Yes. If you like the idea of a premium compact camera but want more flexibility, the PEN gives you the benefit of an interchangeable-lens system. Instead of being limited to one built-in lens, you can choose the right M.Zuiko or compatible Micro Four Thirds lens for portraits, landscapes, street photography, close-ups, travel or telephoto shooting. You also get a built-in viewfinder, advanced creative features and a compact camera system designed for everyday use.
A mobile phone is ideal for quick snapshots, but the PEN gives you more creative control and a more photographic shooting experience. Its larger sensor, interchangeable lenses, viewfinder and responsive controls help you capture images with more depth, detail and intention. The PEN also gives you creative in-camera tools, Colour and Monochrome recipes, fast autofocus and image stabilisation — helping you create photos that feel more personal.
A high-end compact camera is convenient, but the PEN gives you more options. With interchangeable lenses, you can adapt the camera to the way you shoot, whether you want a small everyday lens, a portrait lens, a macro lens or a longer telephoto lens. The PEN also offers an electronic viewfinder, intuitive dials, advanced autofocus, in-camera creative features and access to a wider lens ecosystem, making it a more versatile choice for photographers who want room to grow.
Yes. The PEN is designed to feel intuitive, with simple handling for everyday photography and more advanced control when you want it. Beginners can enjoy the camera straight away using autofocus, image stabilisation and creative profiles, while hobbyists can explore lenses, exposure control, Colour and Monochrome recipes, High Res Shot, Live ND, HDR, Focus Stacking and Multiple Exposure. That makes it a strong choice if you want a camera that is easy to carry, easy to enjoy and capable enough for more creative photography.
The PEN works with OM SYSTEM’s M.Zuiko lens line-up, covering everyday photography, portraits, landscapes, travel, macro and telephoto shooting. As part of the open Micro Four Thirds system, the PEN can also use compatible Micro Four Thirds lenses from other manufacturers. This gives you access to a wide lens ecosystem, from compact primes and standard zooms to specialist creative lenses.
An electronic viewfinder helps you focus on the scene without distractions. It is especially useful in bright sunlight, where a rear screen can be harder to see. The PEN’s viewfinder also lets you preview exposure, colour, monochrome effects and creative settings before you take the shot. This helps you compose more carefully and capture the image closer to how you imagined it.
Colour and Monochrome recipes let you create a signature look in-camera. Instead of relying only on editing apps or generic presets, you can shape colour, contrast and black and white style before you shoot. With Colour Profile Control and Monochrome Profile Control, the PEN helps you create film-inspired looks, expressive black and white images and consistent styles you can save, reuse and share with others through the OI.Share app.
Yes. The PEN is designed to help you get polished results without making the process feel complicated. AI Subject Detection Autofocus helps keep people and pets sharp, 5-axis image stabilisation supports handheld shooting, and in-camera creative features help you add detail, depth, movement, tonal range and layered effects. Choosing the right lens also makes a big difference. A compact prime is ideal for everyday photography, a zoom lens gives flexibility when travelling, a macro lens helps with close-ups and a telephoto lens brings distant subjects closer.
The PEN features 5-axis image stabilisation with up to 5.5 stops of compensation. This helps reduce camera shake, so you can capture sharper handheld photos at slower shutter speeds and in lower light without the need for a tripod. It also helps keep video steadier when you’re shooting on the move.
Yes. The PEN’s compact, lightweight design makes it easy to carry for travel, street photography and everyday life. Its rangefinder-style flat-top body makes it easy to take in and out of a bag, while weather-sealing helps you keep shooting when conditions change. It is built for the moments you discover along the way — quiet streets, changing light, weekend trips, everyday details and scenes you want to capture with your own style.
Yes. The PEN supports 4K video and vertical shooting, making it suitable for everyday video diaries, travel clips, social media content and creative storytelling. In-camera image stabilisation helps keep handheld footage smooth, while the 3.5mm microphone jack lets you connect an external microphone for clearer sound. You can also use Colour and Monochrome recipes to give your videos a consistent look straight from the camera.
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