TruePic V+ processor and ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses for outstanding image quality and fine detail reproduction
High Definition movie mode for exceptional quality filming with all Four Thirds lenses
Robust magnesium alloy body for rugged handling and reliability
SSWF dust protection system for spotless images
Large 100% viewfinder and 3-inch 921,000-dot Live View swivel LCD monitor
150,000-release high-speed shutter for durability
Built-in image stabilisation for even clearer shots with all lenses
10 Art Filters and multi-exposure mode for endless creativity
Built-in wireless flash commander for flash synchronisation
Go ahead, put the E-5’s superb image quality to the test. Take it to the extreme. Test the rugged body in the countryside, the outback - or even just around town. Shoot from angles you thought were impossible - and view them on the 921K dot, 3 inch LCD monitor. Unbridle your creativity with art filters, high-definition movie mode and dozens of world-class ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses to choose from. See the difference with built-in image stabilisation for all lenses and high-speed 12.3 megapixel MOS sensor.
Specifications
Type
Body materialMagnesium alloy body
Lens mountFour Thirds mount
Image Sensor
Type4/3' Hi-Speed Live MOS sensor
Effective pixels12.3 Megapixels
Filter arrayPrimary colour filter (RGB)
Aspect ratio & area4:3 / 17.3 x 13.0mm
Full resolution13.1 Megapixels
Engine
TypeTruePic V+
Filter
Dust reduction filterSupersonic Wave Filter
Viewfinder
Viewfinder typeEye-level Pentaprism type optical viewfinder
Field of viewApprox. 100%
MagnificationApprox. 1.15x with a 50mm lens set to infinity at -1 dioptre
Depth of field previewYes Preview button
Eye point20mm
Diopter adjustmentYes -3.0 - +1.0 diopter / built-in type
Focusing screenInterchangeable type
MirrorQuick return mirror
Eye piece shutterbuilt-in type
Live View
Displayed information100% field of view, exposure adjustment preview, white balance adjustment preview, Gradation auto preview, 5x/7x/10x magnification possible, MF/S-AF, AF frame display, AF point display, Shooting information, Histogram
Image Stabiliser
TypeSensor shift
ModesTwo-dimensional, vertical or horizontal activation
Effective Compensation RangeUp to 5 EV steps
Shutter speed range2 - 1/8000s
Focusing System
MethodTTL phase difference detection system
Focus areas11 points / fully biaxial, automatic and manual selection
AF illuminatorYes, Built-in flash (external flash available)
AF lockYes, Locked by first position of shutter release button in single AF mode, AE/AF lock button (customised)
AF trackingYes, Available in continuous AF mode
Detection range-2 - 19 EV (ISO 100)
ModesManual focus, Single AF, Single AF + MF, Continuous AF, Continuous AF + MF
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