Olympus PEN E-P1
The Olympus PEN E-P1 is a Micro Four Thirds digital mirrorless camera launched in 2009 as the first model in Olympus's revived PEN line. Styled after the original half-frame PEN cameras of the late 1950s and 1960s, it was positioned as a compact, interchangeable-lens alternative to a DSLR.
Sales data for the PEN E-P1 is thin, with one UK auction hammer result on file at £170 in 2023, so a meaningful median or range cannot yet be established at saleroom level. As of 2026, this single data point is the best available guide to what a body alone is worth today, and prices in the wider auction market are likely to be sensitive to whether a kit lens is included and to overall cosmetic condition.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Prices updated: August 2023
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Aug 2023 | £170 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 179) Title: An Olympus Pen E-P1 Digital Camera
Description:
An Olympus Pen E-P1 Digital Camera, untested, body VG, with Zuiko 17mm f/2.8 & M Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 lens, VG, with caps, batter, no charger |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Olympus PEN E-P1 worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction data available, a PEN E-P1 sold for £170 at hammer in 2023; current value is likely in a similar region for a clean, working example, though more sales are needed to confirm a reliable price.
How much does an Olympus PEN E-P1 sell for at auction?
The one recorded UK auction sale on file shows a hammer price of £170, which gives a reasonable reference point for what the camera sells for, subject to condition and whether a lens is included.
Is the Olympus PEN E-P1 still a usable camera?
Yes — it uses the Micro Four Thirds mount, so a wide range of current lenses still fit, which helps support its ongoing price and practical value as a compact mirrorless body.