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Olympus E-30 DSLR: Fits between E-520/E-3

When looking for an Olympus DSLR, most people want the high-end E-3 but the $1,499 is enough to put most off. Consumers have got the choice to go for the E-520, but that has not got half the features of the E-3. Olympus has come up with something in between, the E-30 DSLR. Read more

Olympus Stylus 1050 SW, 1040 and SP-565 UZ Cameras

When it comes to stylish point and shoot cameras, Olympus have the edge thanks to innovation around the UI. Their new Stylus 1050 SW has a durable design, and is due for release in October for about $300.

This feature packed model can even take a drop from 5-feet (that’s about 1.5-meters), and can still work in temperatures as low as 14 degrees F (which is -10 centigrade), it can also be submerged under water to 10-feet deep or about 3-meters.

It has 10.1-megapixels with 3x Optical Zoom and 5x Digital Zoom Seamless to 15x, and a 2.7-inch display.Olympus’s new feature called Tap Control which is motion-driven, it enables you to tap a couple of times on either of the sides top or back to change the camera’s modes which is a great idea.

This camera designed for everyday life particularly those with kids, and has the usual in-built feature’s like Face Detection which tracks up to 16 faces which is good for portraits and group shots. Perfect Fix In-Camera Editing lets you resize, insert into frames and various other text options.

Digital Image Stabilization and the memory is more versatile in this latest model, it takes Olympus’s standard XD-Picture Card but will also come equipped with an adapter, which will enable microSD memory cards to be used, which is better as they are much cheaper to buy.

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Olympus launches FE-360 and FE-370

On Tuesday Olympus launched two new digital cameras in its FE series, both models, the Olympus FE-360 and FE-370 have a 3x and 5x optical zoom and megapixel sensor.

You will find the new FE series cameras will support microSD card format. The two cameras will also sport the usual array of Face Detection Technology, ISO setting up to 1000 and Digital Image Stabilisation.

If you are looking at the FE-360 model you will see it comes with a 2.5” LCD screen in pink, blue and black.

The FE-370 has features that allow you to take a shot that the camera can automatically detect a range of common shooting scenes and then adjust settings accordingly. This model also has 16 distinct faces and will decide on the best shooting parameter, it also has a smile shot function that will detect your subject’s smile. All this comes with a 2.7-inch LCD screen.

You can purchase the new Olympus FE cameras from September for £129.99 for the FE-360, and £179.99 for the FE-370. You have an array of colours to choose between on both models.

Source: Pocket-lint

Olympus and Panasonic Micro Four Thirds: 50% slimmer cameras

Olympus and Panasonic are to launch Micro Four Thirds; this is a new mirrorless format for DSLRs. This lens mount is based on the Four Thirds standard and will use the same advanced standard as the 18 x 13.5-mm sensor.

There is one major difference with the new Olympus and Panasonic Micro Four Thirds, they will be 50% slimmer that other cameras. The reason that these new cameras will be able to be so thin is because of the removal of the mirror box.

The new system should also allow the lenses to be much smaller as well, this is thanks to a 6mm smaller lens mount. Now that the mirror box has been removed, there will not be an optical viewfinder, so you will have to track your subject using the LCD display.

For those of you who know a lot about cameras, you will know that this announcement from Olympus and Panasonic is huge. Dpreview Reviews Editor, Phil Askey says “This is without doubt the most exciting digital photography announcement this year. It’s fair to say that this “extension / addition” to the Four Thirds standard is finally able to deliver on the original promise of that format; considerably smaller and lighter lenses and bodies.”

As yet there are no details or model information, but we will keep you informed.

Olympus E-520: Backpack-friendly digital SLR

For those seeking a professional camera, look no further than the E-520 from Olympus. This 10MP compact camera comes packed with features and follows the product line of previous models the E-420 and E-3. This new digital SLR is a good option for those looking for an affordable camera but still with the inclusion of professional features.

One of the main features of the E-520 is its Image Stabilization which will compensate when camera movement occurs so your images will remain sharp and blur-free. Another useful feature is that the E-520 comes equipped with three image stabilization modes, for when you are in different environments or choose to mount the camera on a tripod for example.

Here is a lowdown of some of the features for the E-520

- 10.1-megapixel image quality

- Built-in Image Stabilization

- Shadow Adjustment Technology

- Face Detection Technology

- Sensor Dust Reduction technology

- Live View

- 2.7-inch LCD screen

- All-digital lens system

Camera options:

- FL-50R or FL-36R wireless flash

Best suited for:

- Sports photography

- Low and available light (ISO 100 - 1600)

- Wedding photography

- Photojournalism

- Portraiture

- Landscapes

- Close-up photography

Price:

- $599.99 body only

- $799.99 with 14-42mm & 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 lenses

For a more in-depth look at some of the features in the camera as well as sample images, follow the link below.

Source: Read

Olympus Mju 1020 Limited edition: Do you think these are ugly?

Is it me or am I getting boring when I say these Limited edition Olympus Mju 1020 digital cameras are ugly. Do you think these are ugly?

Anyway if you like different colors then you will definitely like these Olympus Mju 1020 Limited edition cams, only 5,000 will be made. The skins are custom designed by Romanian artist Matei Apostolescu, these skins are bundled with a special white-bodied 1020 and are apparently available now.

These are 10.1 Megapixels shooters with 7x optical zoom but are they for you.

Olympus Mju 1020 Limited edition main specifications –
• 23 scene modes for the best results in different situations
• Slim, metallic body
• Underwater shooting up to 40m possible in combination with optional underwater case PT-042
• Avoids blur thanks to Dual Image Stabilisation
• 7x optical zoom (37-260mm) for exciting close ups
• 10.1 Megapixels to make poster-size prints
• Correct exposure of other image areas
• Better low light shooting thanks to BrightCapture Technology
• New in-camera Panorama function
• Face Detection Technology for perfectly focused and exposed faces
• Liven up your memories with movie recording with sound (up to VGA resolution at 30fps)
• TruePic III image processor for faster image handling and higher image quality
• 6.9cm/2.7″ HyperCrystal II LCD with extra bright display even in direct sunlight

Source – LetsGoDigital

Olympus E-420 DSLR Camera: for seasoned and beginner photographers

If you are either a seasoned or beginner photographer, then the Olympus E-420 DSLR is aimed squarely at you. If you have been using a compact camera and feel it is time to move up to an SLR, then Olympus say that the E-420 DLSR is the perfect choice.

As a beginner to SLR cameras the E-420 is a great choice, it comes with ten-megapixel and has a CMOS sensor. Olympus has squeezed in 28 different shooting modes, and a sequential shooting mode, this will take 3.5 frames per second.

There are two memory car slots one for compact flash and the other for XD-Picture Cards. The E-420 DSLR has a 2.7-inch LCD display with a 176° viewing angle.

Expect to pay about £340 and will be released in April

Source – Reg Hardware

Top 3 Digital SLRs: Olympus E-510, Pentax K100D Super, Canon EOS 400D

What’s the top three digital SLR’s that offer the best overall value and performance, we point you in the right direction with what we feel are the best three.

First up is the Olympus E-510 (photo above), this digital SLR is small, light and boasts the very latest SLR technology Read more

Olympus E-430 DSLR digital camera image and specifications: Is this real?

Now maybe this digi-cam is for real maybe it isn’t so take this one lightly, according to the source links below and the image above it seems it is real, the image is showing the Olympus E-430 digital camera which is Read more