“I think the OM System PEN as an ideal starter camera for smartphone upgraders — and it's the best beginner camera for 2026 so far.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Excellent value for money
- In-body image stabilization
- Classy retro design
- Splash-proof body and kit lens
- Feature-packed computational photography modes
Points of Contention
- Basic video features
- Fiddly physical controls
- Lower weather resistance than OM-5 II
Professional Reviews
1 review from 1 critic90
Tim Coleman
TechRadar