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Olympus PEN E-P3 Touts World's Fastest AF Speed

by jessica on Tue, 2011-07-05 05:00


Olympus PEN E-P3

Last week Olympus announced three new PEN Micro Four Thirds cameras - the PEN E-P3, PEN E-PL3 and PEN E-PM1 - but today we're going to concentrate on the flagship PEN E-P3.

Packed with a new 12.3-megapixel Live MOS Image Sensor, TruePic VI Image Processor, high ISO of 12,800, a re-engineered autofocus system, full 1080i HD video with AC3 Dolby Digital sound and numerous Art Filters and creative features, the PEN E-P3 has it all. It even shoots 3D photos!

Touting the world's fastest AF speed, the PEN E-P3 is packaged in an all-metal body and features a three-inch, touch-sensitive 614,000 pixel OLED display, along with full-advanced controls and a built-in, pop-up flash. Check out all the new features:Read more

Olympus Pen E-PL2 Review

by Tim Clark on Mon, 2011-04-18 11:34


Olympus Pen E-PL2

The first serious camera I owned was an Olympus OM-1 way back in the late 70's. I have been a fan of Olympus cameras every since.

The two lenses I tried with this camera — the 14-42 f3.5-5.6 and the 40-150 f3.5-5.6 —were both excellent. Quality construction and fine optics make these lenses a joy to use. The autofocus is quick and smooth. It locks on to your subject without a lot of searching back and forth. Both have very good edge-to-edge sharpness, with the 14-42 being outstanding.

The Pen E -PL2 is comfortable to hold and has good balance in your hands. The camera has a top shutter speed of 1/4000 and an ISO range of 200-6400. The shutter speed is enough to stop high-speed action and the ISO range allows you to shoot in almost any light without the need for a flash. Read more

Ultra Rugged Olympus Tough TG-810 Now Includes GPS

by jessica on Fri, 2011-03-18 13:58


Olympus Tough TG-810

The weather is finally warming up, taking many photographers outdoors. With Olympus' latest shockproof, waterproof, freezeproof and crushproof digital camera, the Tough TG-810, you're covered no matter where your adventures take you.

The 14-megapixel Olympus TOUGH TG-810 comes packed with features such as Dual Image Stabilization, a 5x wide-angle 28mm optical zoom lens (28-140mm), Wi-Fi compatibility for instant image sharing via an optional Eye-Fi Card, and 3D still image capture in and out of the water. It can withstand a 6.6-foot drop, resist up to 220-pounds of crushing pressure, and can still perform when the temperature dips below freezing (14 degrees Fahrenheit; -10 degrees Celsius). Read more

Capture HD Video, Digital Stills at the Same Time with the Olympus SZ-30MR

by jessica on Wed, 2011-03-02 11:55


Olympus SZ-30MR

Can't decide if you want to take still photos of your child's birthday celebration or capture it on video? With the new SZ-30MR from Olympus, you don't have to choose. This super-zoom camera has a new Multi-Recording feature that can simultaneously capture 1080p HD video and 16-megapixel still images without missing a single frame! And with its with 24x optical wide-zoom lens, all of the action will be caught up close.

How is dual capture possible? The SZ-30MR uses a dual TruePic III+ Image processor, which even allows you to record two different movies at once: in wide-angle and close-up; full HD and lower resolution or original and filtered (using one of the SZ-30MR's seven Magic Filters for movies). In addition, using the Photo with Movie Clip setting, you can capture moving footage before and after taking a single photo.Read more

Olympus Unveiled 2011 Camera Lineup at CES

by jessica on Thu, 2011-01-13 13:06


Olympus PEN E-PL2

Last week at CES Olympus introduced six new cameras, including the new Olympus PEN E-PL2, the fourth in the PEN family of compact interchangeable lens digital cameras, and the Olympus XZ-1, an ultra-compact with a built-in ZUIKO lens. In addition, the company's 2011 point-and-shoot cameras have new features such as 3D photo mode, Eye-Fi card compatibility and new Magic Filters. Here is a rundown:

Olympus PEN E-PL2
The PEN E-PL2 is a great camera for beginners, as well as experienced photographers who want DSLR image quality but without size and weight of a traditional DSLR. This breakthrough camera expands your creative potential with Live Guide II, new in-camera creative features, new auxiliary lenses, and more.

Priced at $599.99, the 12.3-megapixel camera also includes the new MSC ED m14-42mm f3.5/5.6 zoom lens (28mm-84mm equiv.), a 3-inch 460,000 dot LCD, ISO 6400 and new Face Detection with Eye Detect. It has 22 Scene-Select Modes, Intelligent Auto (iAuto) Mode, In-Camera Panorama and an iEnhance mode that heightens the warm yellow and orange colors of a sunset.Read more

New Olympus VG-120 Offers Big Time Imaging Fun

More Megapixels, Impressive Zoom Power, 720p HD Video, and Large 3.0-inch LCD Display Add Up to a New Level of Potential for Everyone!

January 7, 2011 –This week Olympus revealed an ultimate value with the introduction of the Olympus VG-120, the first in a new line of pocket-friendly, creativity-enabling, and budget-conscious cameras aimed at photographers of all ages and experience levels. This smart, portable point-and-shoot camera offers incredible new features that let you capture it all.

The value begins with an impressive feature set that includes: 14 MP, 5x wide-angle optical zoom lens, 720p HD video capture, and a large 3.0-inch LCD to capture and review your images. Add pocketable portability, Digital Image Stabilization, AF Tracking, and the shot-enhancing Magic Art Filters. Top this combination off with an affordable price point ($139.99) and you have a multi-function camera in a slim body that far surpasses other models in its class.

High-Definition with High Impact: 720p HD Video

A picture is worth a thousand words. So what do 30 frames per second say when shot in gorgeous HD? Extend your creativity with the option of capturing the action as it happens and seeing it unfold all over again – on your television screen or on YouTube. The VG-120 shoots gorgeous 720p HD making every day a movie day. Playback is also a breeze. Gone are the days of friends and family huddling around a tiny LCD to see the pictures you just snapped.

See the Whole Picture on an Extra-Large 3.0-inch LCD Display

Composing your shot has never been easier. With an extra-large, 3.0” display, composing that perfect shot is a breeze. See what you’ve been missing with smaller displays! This large, crisp 230,400-dot LCD makes it a pleasure to share shots on the spot with family and friends. Read more

Go The Distance With The Olympus SP-610UZ 22x Wide-Angle Ultra-Zoom

Expand Your Creative Horizons with Magic Filter HD Video, 3D Photos, and In-Camera Panorama with New S-series UZ

January 7, 2011 – Olympus this week unveiled the full-featured SP-610UZ, a lightweight, 22x wide-angle ultra-zoom camera with HD Video capability, delivering the celebrated strengths of this pioneering family of cameras: sophisticated long-zoom, go-anywhere photography. The SP-610UZ packs fun features and superb image quality in a user-friendly camera, providing further proof that Olympus lets you capture it all.

Whether shooting wildlife, a school performance or a soccer game, consumers want powerful zooms without the bulk. The all-black SP-610UZ comes packed with a variety of features that deliver a superior imaging experience far and wide:

  • New Magic Filters – make it possible to create special artistic effects in still images and/or movies directly in the camera;
  • HD Movie & HDMI Control – high-definition video (HD video) delivers a broadcast-quality movie experience when played back on an HDTV;
  • 3D Photo Mode – captures two shots of a scene from two different angles to create still photos that can be viewed with the added excitement and realism of 3D.
  • Eye-Fi Card Compatibility – enables automatic wireless uploading of images to the website or PC of your choice;
  • In-Camera Panorama – offers quick and easy panorama shots; and
  • AF Tracking – tracks a moving subject automatically and keeps it in focus for optimal image quality.
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Rough And Ready: New Olympus Tough Duo Capture All The Action With Ease

Waterproof Shockproof and Freezeproof Cameras Tackle All of Life’s Moments with HD Video, AF Tracking, In-Camera Creative Filters and New 3D Mode

January 7, 2011 –Olympus, known for its robust line of ruggedized digital cameras this week added the new Olympus TG-610 and TG-310 Waterproof, Shockproof and Freezeproof models. They build on the Tough series’ reputation of delivering amazing images while enduring extreme expeditions and everyday adventures, including life with kids. The new Tough cameras are Waterproof (to 16 feet for the TG-610 and 10 feet for the TG-310), Shockproof (to 5 feet) and Freezeproof (to 14 degrees Fahrenheit) to deliver amazing images even when you take them to extremes. Beyond their durable exteriors, the TG-610 and TG-310 deliver superior image quality thanks to 14 megapixels, high-definition (HD) video, wide-angle optical zoom lenses (5x on the TG-610 and 3.6x on the TG-310) and dual image stabilization. The cameras come in a variety of colors to complement your own individual style.

Whether at the local pool, a tropical reef or the ski slopes, consumers want a camera tough enough for life’s thrills. The new Tough cameras come packed with a variety of new features that deliver a worry-free use, anytime, anywhere. Read more

Olympus X Factor: Creating A New Breed Of Compact Camera

Dim the Lights and Get Ready to Shoot Brilliant Still Images and HD Videos

January 7, 2011 – On the heels of the PEN interchangeable lens digital camera revolution, Olympus takes their compact digital cameras to the X-treme with the introduction of an ultra-compact flagship camera and first of a new series, the XZ-1. Developed for the photographer or enthusiast who is looking for the ultimate high-quality, high-performance premium compact camera, the XZ-1 offers all of this, and more without sacrificing image quality. Never fear the darkness with the XZ-1’s super-bright built-in Olympus iZUIKO lens – the first built-in Zuiko lens on a compact digital camera. The X-factor that achieves this category-defying quality: A combination of three state-of-the-art features: the X-tremely large, super-sensitive CCD sensor, the X-tremely fast TruePic V image processor and the X-tremely bright, fast f1.8-2.5 iZUIKO digital lens. Further proof that Olympus lets you capture it all.

"The XZ-1 features one of the world’s brightest built-in lenses on a digital compact camera to enable you to shoot high-quality still images and HD videos in any shooting environment, including difficult low-light conditions," said Katie Roseman, product manager, Olympus Imaging America Inc. "This camera will give you the versatility needed to take on any challenge without weighing you down." Read more

Olympus PEN E-PL2 Camera Announced at CES

Enhance Your High Definition Videos and Stills with Movie and Still Compatible Lens Technology, New Live Guide, More Robust Art Filter Effects and a New Range of Accessories

January 7, 2011 – This week Olympus announced the new powerfully simple PEN E-PL2, the fourth generation of the award-winning and pioneering Olympus PEN family of compact interchangeable lens digital cameras. Known for pro quality, point-and-shoot simplicity and high-definition video, the PEN E-PL2 continues the PEN family’s legacy of simple design, intuitive interface and Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) image quality. The new camera also expands your creative potential with Live Guide, new in-camera creative features, new auxiliary lenses, a new Close-Up Spotlight accessory (MAL-1) and the new Olympus PENPAL Bluetooth accessory. Capturing amazing still images and HD video just got a lot more fun. Further proof that Olympus lets you capture it all.Read more

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