The Olympus E-P1 should be available soon for hands-on treatment; however, you can ensure you are at the front of the line by pre-ordering the new Micro Four Thirds camera at several reputable online retailers. Check out the availability below, then hit the poll at the bottom to weigh in on whether you’d pick up the E-P1 as your personal camera of choice. The following retailers are trustworthy and, notably, accepting pre-orders for the Olympus E-P1.
I think this new kind of camera make a real split between two generation.
I live in france and i will buy it in pre order without doubts.
http://www.camara.fr/olympus+pen+ep-1+silver+-+14-42+noir-949107.html
how much is it in your country in pre order ?