[Product Information]
Model: Olympus PEN Lite E-PL3 Digital Camera 12.3 MP.
Series: PEN Lite.
Type: Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera (Micro Four Thirds).
Release era: 2011.
Market: International.
Functions
• 12.3 MP High-Speed Live MOS Micro Four Thirds sensor.
• TruePic VI image processor.
• Micro Four Thirds lens mount.
• FAST AF contrast-detection autofocus with 35 focus points.
• Sensor-shift image stabilization.
• 3.0-inch 460,000-dot tilting LCD (80° upward / 45° downward).
• Full HD 1920 × 1080 AVCHD video recording.
• Continuous shooting up to 5.5 fps (image stabilization off).
• ISO 200–12,800.
• Built-in Art Filters and Art Effects.
• Live Guide for beginner-friendly shooting.
• SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) and Eye-Fi card support.
• Accessory Port 2 for optional electronic viewfinder, microphone adapter, and accessories.
• Bundled FL-LM1 external flash.
Power
• Image sensor: 12.3 MP High-Speed Live MOS (17.3 × 13.0 mm).
• Image processor: TruePic VI.
• Battery: Olympus BLS-1 or BLS-5 rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
• Battery life: Approximately 300 shots (CIPA standard).
• Storage media: SD, SDHC, SDXC (UHS-I compatible), and Eye-Fi memory cards.
Key Highlights
• Compact and lightweight Micro Four Thirds camera featuring a premium metal body.
• Equipped with the same TruePic VI processor used in the flagship PEN E-P3, delivering fast performance and excellent image quality.
• One of the first PEN Lite models to feature a tilting 3.0-inch LCD, making high- and low-angle shooting easier.
• FAST AF system provides quick and accurate autofocus for both stills and Full HD video.
• Sensor-shift image stabilization reduces blur with any compatible Micro Four Thirds lens.
• Compatible with the extensive Micro Four Thirds lens ecosystem from Olympus, Panasonic, and third-party manufacturers.
• Includes the FL-LM1 detachable flash while maintaining a slim body profile.
• Widely regarded as one of Olympus's most portable enthusiast mirrorless cameras, combining interchangeable-lens flexibility, responsive performance, and excellent image quality in a compact design.