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 realised prices — auction results and completed eBay sales, never asking prices. Most saleroom figures are hammer prices, before commission; some houses publish a premium-inclusive figure, and we do not adjust for condition. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher. How this figure is calculated.
Prices updated: August 2026
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| Aug 2026 | £150 | £150 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: Olympus PEN E-P1 12.3MP Mirrorless Digital Camera With 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens
Description:
Capable of producing stunning images. Includes 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 lens. Lens clear and bright, working at all focal ranges. Location: Bristol, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2026 | EUR 95 | £81 | 🇪🇺 eBay | |
Title: Olympus PEN E-P1 Digital Camera Working w/ Digital Zuiko 14-42mm F/3.5-5.6 Lens
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| Jul 2026 | £53 | £53 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: Olympus PEN E-P1 12.3MP Digital Camera - Silver (Body only)
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No lens is included in the sale. - Body cap. Location: Brough, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2026 | £180 | £180 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: Olympus PEN E-P1 Silver Micro Four Thirds Camera 14-42mm Lens Boxed MINT Tested
Description:
A beautiful Olympus PEN E-P1 in genuinely exceptional condition, supplied as a complete, ready-to-shoot kit. The E-P1 pairs a 12.3MP Micro Four Thirds sensor with the iconic retro PEN design — interchangeable lenses, in-body stabilisation, and image quality far beyond a fixed-lens compact. Location: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2026 | £126 | £126 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: Olympus Pen E-P1 with Panasonic Lumix 12-32mm Zoom Lens
Description:
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Olympus Pen E-P1 with Panasonic Lumix 12-32mm Zoom Lens at the best online prices at eBay UK! Free delivery for many products! Location: Sydenham, United Kingdom |
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| Aug 2023 | £170 | £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.