- APS-C 369.7mm2
- 16.2 megapixels
- 28.00mm (35mm eq.)
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Manufacturer URL: | Manufacturer website | Manufacturer website |
Predecessor: | ||
Successor: |
Ricoh GR II
GR vs GR II |
Olympus E-PL7
E-PL6 vs E-PL7 |
General | ||
Model Number: | GR | E-PL6 |
Alternate Model Number(s): | ||
Camera Format: | Compact | Compact System Camera |
Currently Manufactured: | No | No |
Retail Price: | $799.00 | $299.99 |
Street Price: | $299.00 | |
Date Available: | 2013-05-15 | 2013-06-30 |
Tripod Mount: | Yes | Yes |
Weight: |
8.6 oz
(243 g)
includes batteries |
11.5 oz
(325 g)
includes batteries |
Size: |
4.6 x
2.4 x
1.4 in. (117 x 61 x 35 mm) |
4.4 x
2.5 x
1.5 in. (111 x 64 x 38 mm) |
Waterproof: | No | No |
Waterproof Depth: | n/a | n/a |
Image Sensor | ||
Sensor Type: | CMOS | Live MOS |
Sensor Manufacturer: | ||
Effective Megapixels: | 16.2 | 16.1 |
Sensor Format: | APS-C | 4/3 |
Sensor size: | 369.72mm2 (23.7mm x 15.6mm) | 224.9mm2 (17.30mm x 13.00mm) |
Approximate Pixel Pitch: | 4.81 microns | 3.75 microns |
Focal Length Multiplier: | 1.5x | 2.0x |
Aspect Ratio: | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Color Filter Type: | RGBG | RGBG |
Anti Aliasing Filter: | None | Fixed |
Self-Cleaning: | Yes | Yes |
Sensor shift image stabilization: | No | Yes |
On-Sensor Phase Detect: | No | No |
DxO Sensor Score: | 78 | |
DxO Color Depth Score (bits): | 23.6 | |
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs): | 13.5 | |
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso): | 972 | |
Image Capture | ||
Image Resolution: |
4928 x 3264
(16.1 MP,
Other), 4352 x 3264 (14.2 MP, 4:3), 3246 x 3264 (10.6 MP, Other), 3936 x 2608 (10.3 MP, Other), 3488 x 2608 (9.1 MP, Other), 2608 x 2608 (6.8 MP, 1:1), 2912 x 1936 (5.6 MP, 3:2), 2592 x 1936 (5.0 MP, Other), 1936 x 1936 (3.7 MP, 1:1), 1280 x 864 (1.1 MP, Other), 1152 x 864 (1.0 MP, 4:3), 864 x 864 (0.7 MP, 1:1), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1280 x 720 (0.9 MP, 16:9), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3) |
4608 x 3456
(15.9 MP,
4:3), 2560 x 1920 (4.9 MP, 4:3), 1024 x 768 (0.8 MP, 4:3), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3) |
Image File Format: | JPEG (EXIF 2.3), 12-bit RAW (DNG), RAW+JPEG | JPEG, 12-bit RAW, RAW + JPEG, MPO |
Continuous-mode frames/second: | 4.0 | n/a |
Video Capture | ||
Can take movies: | Yes | Yes |
Movie Resolution: |
1920x1080 (30p/25p/24p)
1280x720 (60p/50p/30p) 640x480 (30p/25p/24p) |
1920x1080 (30p (20 or 17Mbps))
1280x720 (30p (13 or 10Mbps)) 640x480 (30p) |
Movie File Format: | MOV (Image: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Sound: Linear PCM) | MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264), AVI (Motion JPEG); Linear PCM 16-bit, 48kHz stereo audio |
Composite Video Out: | Yes | Yes |
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video: | Yes | Yes |
Video Usable as Viewfinder: | No | |
HD Video Out: | Yes | Yes |
HD Video Connection: | HDMI | HDMI |
Lens & Optics | ||
Lens Mount: | n/a | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens: | GR lens, 7 elements in 5 groups with 2 aspheric elements | Olympus 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II R MSC M.Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent): | 28mm | 28 - 84mm |
Focal Length (actual): | 18.3mm | 14 - 42mm |
Zoom Ratio: | 1.00x | 3.00x |
Aperture Range: | f/2.8 - f/16, with 9-bladed diaphragm | f/3.5 (wide) / f/5.6 (tele) - f/22 |
Integrated ND Filter: | Yes | No |
Normal Focus Range: |
30 cm to Infinity 11.8 in to Infinity |
25 cm to Infinity 9.8 in to Infinity |
Macro Focus Range: |
10 cm to Infinity 3.9 in to Infinity |
|
Filter Thread: | 43.0mm | 37.0mm |
Thread Type: | (Hood & Adapter GH-2 required) | n/a |
Optical Image Stabilization: | No | No |
Digital Zoom: | Yes | Yes |
Digital Zoom Values: | 35mm eq. crop mode | Up to 2x |
Auto Focus | ||
Auto Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Auto Focus Type: | Contrast Detection: Multi AF, Spot AF, Pinpoint AF, Subject-tracking AF, MF, Snap, infinity, Face recognition priority (only in Auto mode); Continuous Focus point adjustment: Auto, User-Selectable, Center | High-speed Contrast-detect AF: 35-area multiple AF; All target, Group target area (9-area), Single target (normal), Single target (small) |
Auto Focus Assist Light? | Yes | Yes |
Manual Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder | ||
Viewfinder: | No / LCD | No / LCD |
Viewfinder Type: | Optional hotshoe mounted optical viewfinders | Optional EVF via Accessory Port |
Focus Peaking: | No | No |
EVF Resolution: | n/a | n/a |
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent): | ||
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed): | ||
Display | ||
Eye-level Viewfinder: | No | No |
Rear Display: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display Size (inches): | 3.0 | 3.0 |
Rear Display Resolution: | 1,228,800 dots (307,200 px) | 614,000 dots (205,000 px) |
Touchscreen: | No | Yes |
Articulating Screen: | No | Yes |
Tilt Swivel Screen: | No | |
Selfie Screen: | No | |
Max Playback Zoom: | 16.0x | 14.0x |
Top Deck Display: | No | |
Exposure | ||
Maximum ISO (native): | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum ISO (native): | 100 | 200 |
ISO Settings: | Auto, Auto-Hi, Manual ISO 100 - 25,600 | AUTO: ISO Low (100) - 25600 (customizable, Default 100-1600) / Manual ISO Low (100) - 25600, 1/3 or 1 EV steps selectable |
Auto ISO Mode: | Yes | Yes |
White Balance Settings: | Auto, Multi-P Auto, Outdoors, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent 1, Incandescent 2, Daylight FL, Natural White FL, Cool White FL, Warm White FL, CT, Manual | Auto, Sunny, Shadow, Cloudy, Incandescent, , Fluorescent, Underwater, Flash, Custom (2), Kelvin |
Shutter Speed Range: | 1/4000 - 300 sec | 1/4000 - 60 sec |
Bulb Mode: | Yes | Yes |
Exposure Compensation: | +/- 4.0EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
Metering Modes: | Multi (484 segments), Center-weighted, Spot | Digital ESP metering (324-area multi pattern metering), Center weighted average metering, Spot metering, Spot metering with highlight control, Spot metering with shadow control |
Program Auto Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Aperture Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Shutter Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Full Manual Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Creative Exposure Modes: | Effects modes (B&W, B&W (TE), High Contrast B&W, Cross-Process, Positive Film, Bleach-Bypass, Retro, Miniaturize, High-Key) Multiple Exposure (2-4 shots), Dynamic Range Correction. | Scene (Portrait, e-Portrait, Landscape, Landscape + Portrait, Sport, Night, Night + Portrait, Children, High Key, Low Key, DIS mode, Macro, Nature Macro, Candle, Sunset, Documents, Panorama, Fireworks, Beach & Snow, Fisheye Conv., Wide Conv., Macro Conv., 3D Still (using H-FT012 3D lens only); Art Filters (Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale & Light Color, Light Tone, Grainy Film, Pin Hole, Diorama, Cross Process, Gentle Sepia, Dramatic Tone, Key Line, Water Color); Gradation (Auto, Normal, High Key, Low Key); Multiple Exposure (2 frames) |
Self Timer: | 2, 12 seconds | 2, 10 seconds |
Time Lapse (intervalometer): | Yes | Yes |
High Resolution Composite: | No | No |
Flash | ||
Built-in Flash: | Yes | No |
Flash Modes: | Auto, Flash On, Slow-Sync, Manual, Auto Red-Eye Flash, Flash On Red-Eye, Slow-Sync Red-Eye | Auto, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction slow sync., Slow sync at 1st curtain, Slow sync at 2nd curtain, Fill-in, Manual (Full, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/64), Off |
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100): | 5.4 | 7.0 m / 23.0 ft. |
Flash Range Description: | Auto ISO: 20cm - 3.0m | Bundled FL-LM1 has GN of 7m (ISO 100) or 10m (ISO 200) |
Max Flash Sync: | 1/4000 (ext: 1/400) | 1/250 |
Flash Exposure Compensation: | +/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps |
External Flash Connection: | Hot Shoe | Hot Shoe |
Built-In Wireless Flash Control: | ||
Image Storage | ||
Usable Memory Types: | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
UHS Support: | UHS-I | |
Other Memory: | ||
Dual Card Slots: | No | No |
RAW Capture Support: | Yes | Yes |
Uncompressed Format: | 12-bit RAW (DNG), RAW+JPEG | 12-bit RAW, RAW + JPEG, MPO |
Movie File Format: | MOV (Image: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Sound: Linear PCM) | MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264), AVI (Motion JPEG); Linear PCM 16-bit, 48kHz stereo audio |
Included Memory: | 54.0 MB | No memory included |
Included Memory Type: | Internal | |
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi: | No | No |
NFC: | No | No |
Bluetooth: | No | No |
Built-In GPS: | No | No |
Microphone Jack: | No | No |
Headphone Jack: | No | No |
External Connections: | USB 2.0 High Speed | USB 2.0 High Speed |
PictBridge Compliant: | No | Yes |
DPOF Compliant: | Yes | Yes |
Remote Control: | Yes | Yes |
Remote Control Type: | Optional CA-2 wired release (via USB) | Optional Remote Cable RM-UC1 |
Connections (extended): | Micro HMDI (Type-D) | Micro HDMI (Type-D), combined AV/USB/Remote connector, Accessory Port 2 |
Performance Timing | ||
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution): | 1.02 | |
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame): | 0.96 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames): | Unlimited | |
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot): | 1.33 | |
Camera penalizes early shutter press? | No | |
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution): | 4.0 | |
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution): | Unlimited | |
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 6.1 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames): | 4 | |
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 6.1 | |
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames): | 4 | |
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid): | 0.28 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, tele): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR): | ||
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR): | ||
Shutter Lag (manual focus): | 0.092 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash): | 0.46 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (prefocused): | 0.028 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (notes): | Full Autofocus lag, Multi AF mode = 0.287s | |
Startup Time: | 1.6 seconds | |
Play -> Record Time: | 0.5 seconds | |
Flash cycle time, full power: | 1.6 seconds | |
Power | ||
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View): | 290 shots | 360 shots |
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF): | ||
Battery Life, Video: | ||
Battery Form Factor: | Proprietary DB-65 | Proprietary BLS-5 |
Usable Battery Types: | Lithium-ion rechargeable | Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Batteries Included: | 1 x Proprietary DB-65 Lithium-ion rechargeable | 1 x Proprietary BLS-5 Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter): | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated Battery Charger Included: | No | |
Internal Charging Supported: | Yes | |
Software | ||
Included Software: | Software CD-ROM | Olympus Viewer 2 CD-ROM |
OS Compatibility: | ||
Miscellaneous | ||
Notes & Features: | Asian market update to E-PL5. At this time, there is no information regarding a US announcement or release date. Enhancements include Short Release Time Lag mode, ISO LOW setting, Interval shooting mode, Time Lapse movies, Level Guide, compatible with new VF-4 EVF. Available in Red, White, Silver or Black. |