PEN-F Fever: Used Prices and Demand Keep Rising in 2025
I quickly analyzed the trend of Olympus PEN-F sales and realized used prices are going up since 2021! The Olympus PEN-F is a one-of-a-kind camera — one of the most beautiful digital cameras ever made, with a style rooted in Olympus’ legendary film PEN models. Launched in 2016, it is the only Olympus camera gaining value on the used market.
PEN-F Price History (2016–2025)
Overall increase from lowest price: +31.2% (from ~$800 to ~$1050).
Why Is the PEN-F Gaining Popularity Again?
- It is one of the most beautiful mirrorless cameras ever made — loved by street photographers and collectors.
- No replacement model. OM System (ex-Olympus) has not launched a PEN-F successor — making this even more desirable.
- Superb image quality and in-body stabilization in a compact, stylish body.
- Film-like shooting experience with color profiles and creative dials.
If it keeps that pre trend the PEN-F is projected to reach $1,250–$1,300 by 2030. Unless OM System surprises the market with a PEN-F II, demand will stay high.
Google Trend Analysis
Top countries: Japan, Germany, Italy, UK. Age group: 35–60, mostly male. Searches include “PEN-F used”, “PEN-F review 2025”, “best lens for PEN-F”, and “PEN-F vs Fuji”. The camera is especially popular in Japan and Europe, among photographers who love a retro yet powerful MFT tool.
Who Is Buying the PEN-F Today?
- Street photographers
- Travel photographers
- Collectors of classic digital cameras
- People seeking a compact but high-quality MFT body
Why the PEN-F Is So Popular Again
- Timeless, beautiful design
- Excellent IBIS (in-body stabilization)
- Customizable film-like profiles
- Sharp MFT sensor with rich JPEG engine
- Compact and versatile — great for street and travel photography
- No replacement or successor model in 9 years
The Olympus PEN-F is proving that style, shooting experience, and uniqueness can make a camera more valuable with time — a true cult digital classic for 2025. I hope OM Digital realizes that a successor is needed!