{
  "id": 6537851,
  "title": "OM System Brings Back Beloved PEN Camera; Local Pre-Orders Now Available",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/om-system-brings-back-beloved-pen-camera-local-pre-orders-now",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-10T04:20:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Lowyat.NET",
    "slug": "lowyat-net",
    "url": "https://www.lowyat.net/2026/403951/om-system-pen-pre-order-malaysia/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Following a lengthy wait, OM Digital Solutions has reintroduced a camera from the beloved PEN series under the OM System brand. The compact interchangeable-lens mirrorless device, equipped with a Micro Four Thirds system, merges classic aesthetics with contemporary features. Notably, this model boasts an IPX1 rating for dust and splash resistance, making it more versatile for travel and daily use. The PEN boasts a style inspired by a rangefinder, featuring a plastic body available in silver or black. Despite its diminutive size, the camera comes with a host of physical controls, including a mode dial, front control dial, shutter release, dedicated record button, power switch (which also functions as a selector), rear command dial, CP button, AF-ON button, and standard directional and function controls.\n\nThe camera houses a 20.4MP Live MOS sensor and the company's TruePic IX image processor. It also supports five-axis in-body image stabilization, capable of correcting up to 5.5 stops of shake. Autofocus is handled by a 121-point hybrid system, designed to enhance subject detection for people and animals. The PEN is equipped with a 2.36-million-dot electronic viewfinder to the top-left rear panel and a 3-inch, 1.04-million-dot swivel touchscreen for framing and navigation. Powered by the new BLS-7 battery, photographers can expect approximately 410 shots on a single charge.\n\nThe camera retains various computational photography features from other OM System cameras, such as High Res Shot in both tripod and handheld modes, Live ND, Focus Stacking, HDR, and Multiple Exposure. For those seeking a stylized look, Color & Monochrome Profile Control allows fine-tuning of parameters like saturation, curves, and contrast, with up to 12 intensity levels available. Monochrome profiles also include color filter effects, enabling photographers to emphasize specific tones. The camera further offers 24 scene modes across six themes and 16 built-in filters for users to apply different looks without post-processing.",
  "summary": "OM Digital Solutions has officially introduced the OM System PEN, marking the first camera in the long-running PEN series to be released under the OM System brand. The series has remained a favourite among fans, many of whom had been waiting for a successor since the camera business was rebranded following Olympus’ exit from the […] The post OM System Brings Back Beloved PEN Camera; Local…",
  "key_points": [
    "OM System releases PEN camera under OM System brand",
    "IPX1 rating for dust and splash resistance",
    "Available for pre-order in local markets"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The reintroduction of the PEN camera under the OM System brand brings classic aesthetics together with advanced features, likely appealing to photographers seeking style and functionality in a compact device.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}