Ultra-compact Olympus PEN Mini with touchscreen, the smallest MFT interchangeable lens camera at budget pricing.
The Olympus PEN E-PM1 with 14-42mm is an ultra-compact Micro Four Thirds mirrorless kit from 2011, the most stripped-down PEN model designed to be as simple and small as possible. The E-PM1 (PEN Mini) removes the mode dial for maximum minimalism.
The 12.3-megapixel Live MOS sensor provides good image quality with Olympus's colour reproduction. The touchscreen interface replaces physical controls for a smartphone-like shooting experience, and the 14-42mm zoom covers 28-84mm equivalent for everyday photography.
Build quality is ultra-compact with a clean, minimalist design. The camera is one of the smallest MFT bodies ever produced, creating a genuinely pocket-sized interchangeable lens setup with the compact 14-42mm zoom.
The E-PM1 kit offers the most compact MFT experience at very affordable used pricing. The simplified interface may frustrate experienced photographers but provides an accessible entry to interchangeable lens photography at minimal size and cost.