Olympus PEN E-P5 Mirrorless Camera
The Olympus E-P5 is a mirrorless camera from Olympus — known for its 16MP Live MOS Sensor and 5-Axis In-Body Stabilization. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Olympus PEN E-P5 Mirrorless Camera
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Camera Overview — Olympus E-P5
Key Features — Olympus E-P5
16MP Live MOS Sensor: The 16MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS sensor delivers detailed image quality in a compact, travel-friendly body.
5-Axis In-Body Stabilization: Compensates for camera shake across five axes, allowing sharper handheld shooting at slower shutter speeds.
Micro Four Thirds Mount: Open-standard mount gives access to a wide ecosystem of native lenses from Olympus, Panasonic, and other manufacturers.
1/8000s Mechanical Shutter: Fast maximum shutter speed allows shooting at wide apertures in bright light without overexposure.
Built-In Wi-Fi: Enables wireless image transfer and remote camera control via a smartphone or tablet.
Tilting Touchscreen LCD: The rear touchscreen tilts for easier shooting from low or high angles and supports touch-to-focus.
Camera Specifications — Olympus E-P5
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Hot Shoe | Olympus Standard (TTL) |
Description — Olympus E-P5
The Olympus PEN E-P5 is a mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera that uses the Micro Four Thirds lens mount. The Micro Four Thirds standard is an open specification supported by multiple manufacturers, which means the E-P5 can accept any lens built to that mount natively, without the use of adapters. This gives photographers considerable flexibility when selecting glass, as the Micro Four Thirds ecosystem encompasses a wide variety of focal lengths, apertures, and optical designs from several brands.
The E-P5 sits within Olympus's PEN series of compact mirrorless cameras and is positioned as an enthusiast-oriented body. Based on the confirmed specification data available, the Micro Four Thirds mount compatibility is the primary technical characteristic of this camera. The hot shoe is listed as unconfirmed in the available data.
For buyers already invested in the Micro Four Thirds system, the E-P5 integrates directly into that existing lens and accessory ecosystem.
Pros — Olympus E-P5
- ✓Micro Four Thirds mount provides access to a broad, open-standard lens ecosystem
- ✓Native compatibility with lenses from all Micro Four Thirds system manufacturers
- ✓Compact mirrorless body design within the established Micro Four Thirds system
Cons — Olympus E-P5
- ✗Specification data is very limited, making detailed feature comparisons difficult for buyers
- ✗No hot shoe confirmed in specifications, which may limit external flash or accessory options
- ✗Micro Four Thirds mount means non-native lenses require an adapter for use
Reviews — Olympus E-P5
Videos — Olympus E-P5
The Olympus PEN E-P5 Focus Peaking, Shutter and Overview — HiFi Huff








