Olympus revealed PEN E-PL1

Olympus revealed new camera of Micro Four Thirds Standard, the tiny and low-price Olympus PEN E-PL1.

The kit lens included M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 L is a conventional product M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 lighter products. The mount is made of resin.

Also the Double Zoom Kit is for Four Thirds ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm F4-5.6 comes with. Fosazuadaputa that comes with the MMF-2. The MMF-1 alone sale unlike Fosazuadaputa black-painted surface is provided, MMF-1 is more lightweight.

■ Art filters

The new features "Live Guide" is, iAUTO new interface working mode, can not operate in true iAUTO "vividness", "color", "Brightness" and the ability to adjust. Operated slide bar appears in the right cross button Live View screen. "Brightness" for the simple as well as exposure compensation, "light the light", "dim the light", "brighten the dark", "darken the dark" and can be adjusted. Not the entire halftone and seems to function independently adjusting shadows and highlights.

In addition to the above, "blur the background", "movement" also provides a setting item. The former aperture, shutter speed to control the latter. The guide also live, "Shooting Tips" to display some features.Flowers, pets, children, and about how to take food, the contents described in the text or Photo.

, "pop", "Fantajikkufokasu", "Rafumonokuromu", "photo" Toy, "Diorama" inherited from the E-P2. "Daydream", "light tone", "cross process" while omitted, E-P2 and the new E-P1 filter not art "Jentorusepia" with.

"Jentorusepia" not only changed the color to sepia tone a simple adjustment such as that giving contrast to the calm at the same time cast a shadow areas. "Expressions of calm upscale impression that" he said.

Jentorusepia course is also available in video art filters. 30fps to 15fps playback will be recorded.

Excluding Jentorusepia, basic video recording functions and E-P2 is equivalent to the E-P1. Up to 1,280 × 720 pixels / 30fps for HD video can be recorded. Compression is Motion JPEG. Voice linear PCM. E-P2/E-P1 but unlike the corresponding record in stereo, and has built-in microphone is mono. The E-P2, as well as the use of the port behind the hot shoe accessory, microphone adapter sold separately (2 released late shipped SEMA-1) can be used.
First video with special button, as well as initiate video recording, lighting LCD backlight ON / OFF, AEL / AFL and is assigned a different function.

■ Built-in flash for wireless multi-flash control

Built-in flash is a pop-up style, the guide number 7 (ISO100). ± 3EV in the range of possible exposure compensation, 0.3/0.5/0.7/1.0EV can select the step. Flash bracket also features three frames. In addition, Panasonic's built-in flash to adopt the same style pop-up "LUMIX DMC-GF1" is equivalent to six guide number (ISO100) has become.

As with the Four Thirds System-compliant E-3, including its own built-in flash "Wireless RC Flash System" compatible. The Kurippuonsutorobo FL-50R and FL-36R in combination with a maximum of three Group TTL multi-flash system.

Other features are almost the E-P2 adhere. 1,230 effective megapixel image sensor, 4 / 3 type Hi-Speed Live MOS sensor, sensor-shift image stabilization and still imaging, and it has a Supasonikkuuebufiruta.Maikurofosazumaunto lens mount.

Type of about 23 dot LCD monitor is 2.7 million. The VF-2 external EVF can be used. Recording Media SDHC / SD memory card. Power E-620, E-P2, E-P1 and BLS-1 using the same. Image storage capacity is about 290 frames.

i-FINISH, and E-P2 also features AF tracking function from. It also has HDMI output. The company's compact digital camera as well as the spring model, the software comes with "OLYMPUS Master 2" from "[ib]" will. RAW development even [ib] Naeru line.

Body size is 114.6 × 41.5 × 72.2mm (width × depth × height). Weight is about 296g (body only), approximately 344g (CIPA-compliant, including battery and memory card included).

■ jackets and inner body cases

Private E-PL1 leather front & Case Body "CS-13FBCBLK" (black) and "CS-13FBCWRD" (red wine) is a snap of the split upper and lower case style. M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED-14-42mm F3.5-5.6, or M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm F4-5.6 can hold the body while seated.

 

Prices start at $599. Release on the 5th of March.

Olympus E-420 Komachi Kit

 

The new Olympus E-420 Komachi Kit brings together the E-420 body with the ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm 1:2.8 pancake lens. Also included in the Komachi Kit are a hand-made leather case and strap featuring a fashionable retro design. The Olympus E420 Komachi kit is available in limited quantities and also includes a 1GB CompactFlash memory card, LCD lens protector and a lens cloth, available in October 2008.

Olympus Europe Press Release

Beauty, elegance and performance in the compact of packages

The limited edition E-420 Komachi Kit

Cologne, 22 September 2008 – Named after famous Japanese poet Ono no Komachi, who was renowned for her beauty, the E-420 Komachi Kit certainly lives up to its namesake. Olympus brings together the E-420 body with the ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm 1:2.8 pancake lens to present a combination that cuts a decidedly elegant figure. The size and weight advantages inherent with the Four Thirds System are clearly demonstrated in this kit. The camera body and lens pairing measures in at a total length of just 76.5mm – which makes it the most compact D-SLR set-up in the world, and together they weigh merely 475g. As such, high quality miniaturised optics that deliver maximum D-SLR brilliance can be taken along and enjoyed anywhere with ease. The included hand-made leather case and strap, featuring a fashionable retro design completes the ensemble magnificently. The Komachi kit is available in limited quantities and also includes a 1GB CompactFlash memory card, LCD lens protector and a lens cloth. It will hit stores in October 2008.

The Komachi Kit utilises the advantages of the Four Thirds Standard perfectly. Photographers get D-SLR quality in a never-before-offered compact and lightweight form. The package combines the powerful E-420 body with the slim ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm 1:2.8 pancake lens. Together, this combination represents the most portable D-SLR kit available. And with the stylish hand-made leather case and strap, which come in classic brown, it’s always ready to pick up and go. The ergonomic E-420 D-SLR, which packs 10 Megapixels into its compact body, boasts full manual control to satisfy just about every creative impulse. But it also enables incredible ease of use with 28 different shooting modes including full auto. Thanks to integration of the Olympus-exclusive Supersonic Wave Filter, protection against dust is guaranteed and ensures perfect photos. Meanwhile, the Live View function allows users to preview images in real time on the bright 2.7”/6.9cm HyperCrystal II LCD.

The ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm 1:2.8 pancake lens, which measures in at an overall length of just 23.5mm and weighs merely 95g, is the pinnacle of miniaturised optics delivering maximum brilliance. It offers users D-SLR image quality in the most miniscule of packages. This highly portable lens is perfectly suited for everyday use, as it provides an angle of view equivalent to 50mm (on a 35mm camera) – which is near to that of the human eye. In addition, due to adherence to the Four Thirds Standard, it is extremely versatile – and fully compatible not only with the whole Olympus E-System range of camera bodies but with all Four Thirds-based cameras.

The ultra-compact and lightweight Komachi Kit is the perfect companion for the D-SLR photographer on the go. It includes a fashionable leather case and strap for simple and stylish transportation. Furthermore, with the 1GB CompactFlash card, you’ll have enough storage space for photos on the road. And to ensure that the lens stays spotless and images clear and speckle-free, a high-quality lens cloth is also provided.

Only available as a limited edition, the Komachi Kit will become available from October 2008.

Komachi Kit – contents:
• E-420 camera body
• ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm 1:2.8 pancake lens
• Hand-made brown leather case with strap
• 1GB CompactFlash card
• Lens cloth
• LCD protector

The Olympus E-420 digital SLR – main features:
• Extremely easy operation – use it straight out of the box
• One of the world’s smallest and lightest D-SLRs providing the ultimate in portability
• 10 Megapixel Live MOS sensor
• Live View for easier compositions
• Perfect Shot Preview for improved depiction of camera adjustments directly on the Live View LCD
• Improved Live View with contrast AF*, Face Detection, Shadow Adjustment Technology & phase detection AF system
• TruePic III image processor
• High-contrast 2.7”/6.9cm HyperCrystal II LCD
with 176° viewing angles
• The original Supersonic Wave Filter for dust protection
• 28 automatic, semi-automatic and manual shooting options (including 5 exposure, 5 creative & 18 scene select modes)
• Built-in pop-up flash (GN 10)
• Wireless flash control in up to 3 groups
• 3.5fps with up to eight images in RAW buffer
• One-touch white balance
• AE/AF-lock functionality
• ISO 100 to 1600
• Depth of field preview function
• 49-segment digital ESP
• Bracketing function (Exposure, White Balance, Focus)
• Beginner and Advanced information screens
• Detailed info screen with histogram
• Based on Four Thirds System
• Dual memory card slots (for xD-Picture Card and CompactFlash memory card)

ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm 1:2.8 lens – main features:
• Ultra-compact pancake-type lens
• Fixed focal length of 25mm (equivalent to 50mm on a 35mm camera)
• Bright 1:2.8 aperture
• Merely 23.5mm thin and 95g light
• Minimum focusing distance of only 20cm
• Comes with screw-on aluminium lens cap

* Full contrast AF performance is available with new Olympus lenses including the ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6, the ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm 1:4.0-5.6, and the new ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm 1:2.8 “pancake” lens. A free firmware update can be downloaded from the Olympus homepage to enable this feature for lenses that were purchased previously.

Published: Friday, October 03, 2008

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Olympus E-520 Evolution Kit

 

The new Olympus E-520 Evolution Kit includes four lenses that cover a 33x zoom focal length range of 9-300mm. The limited edition Evolution Kit also includes the new Olympus FL-50R remote control wireless flash unit,memory cards, a swing bag and other handy accessories. The Olympus E-520 Evolution Kit will become available in limited quantities from October 2008, pricing to be announced.

Olympus Europe Press Release

Exclusive E-520 kit boasts sensational E-System versatility

33x zoom limited edition Evolution Kit

Cologne, 22 September 2008 – The new limited edition Olympus Evolution Kit packs a commanding array of E-System power and versatility to master any photographic challenge. Representing the perfection of miniaturised optics and integrated portability, the kit is a stunningly affordable showcase of the benefits innate in the Olympus E-System, which is based on the award-winning Four Thirds Standard. To complement the superior imaging quality of the Olympus E-520 D-SLR, the kit boasts four outstanding lenses from the E-System line-up, providing a staggering 33x zoom focal length range of 9-300mm (18-600mm*). It also adds flexibility to flash photography by including the new Olympus FL-50R remote control (RC) wireless flash unit to free photographers from the need for tiresome cables. Rounded out by memory cards, a swing bag and other handy accessories, the comprehensive yet compact Evolution Kit represents unbeatable value. It will become available in limited quantities from October 2008.

Superior E-520 performance
For adventurous photographers wanting serious portable equipment, the comprehensive new Evolution Kit is a dream come true. At the heart of the kit, the new Olympus E-520 D-SLR features exceptional Live View capabilities, including on-screen exposure control and white balance, as well as the display of Face Detection and Shadow Adjustment Technology modifications in real time on the 6.9cm/2.7” HyperCrystal II LCD. Meanwhile, the Olympus Supersonic Wave Filter dust protection system guards against the effects of dust during lens changes. Like all photographic components adhering to the Four Thirds Standard, the 10.0 Megapixel E-520 guarantees the unbeatable quality associated with a system that was engineered from scratch to meet the demands of digital photography. The E-520 also features 32 convenient shooting modes to match all occasions, and a choice of 10 languages for on-screen menus.

Full spectrum lens power
The all-seeing Evolution Kit boasts a phenomenal 33x total zoom range stretching from the extra wide field of view of the extreme wide-angle ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6 (18-36mm) to the new high-performance ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 70-300mm 1:4.0-5.6 (140-600mm). The kit also includes the 3x wide angle standard zoom ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 (28-84mm), and the compact and lightweight 3.8x zoom ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm 1:4.0-5.6 (80-300mm).

With just these four lenses, an amazing focal length range that spans from 9-300mm (18-600mm) is covered. All feature the superior optical quality inherent to the entire ZUIKO DIGITAL family and, thanks to the trend-setting superior performance and advanced compatibility of the Four Thirds Standard, each is extremely compact and lightweight. From wide-angle to ultra-tele, the kit’s outstanding interchangeable E-System lenses let ambitious photographers choose their weapon of choice to master any shooting situation – from far off horizons shimmering in the distance to the fine grain detail of close up action. And because the E-520 features image stabilisation, shots come out razor sharp regardless of which lens the photographer is using.

FL-50R
Ready for any challenge, the dynamic Evolution Kit even has the answer to challenging low-light shooting conditions. The E-520’s built-in flash is supplemented by its remote flash capabilities and an Olympus FL-50R wireless flash unit to ensure a photographer’s creativity is not limited by cables or complicated set-ups. The E-520’s wireless flash control makes it possible to command the FL-50R directly from the camera. And because it is capable of controlling up to three separate flash groups with an unlimited number of flash units, lighting options can be extended quickly and easily by adding further wireless flashes should the need arise. Settings for the FL-50R including illumination intensity and operating mode can also be adjusted from the camera.

Handy accessories sweeten the deal
To ensure storage flexibility, the Olympus Evolution Kit comes with two 1GB CompactFlash memory cards. In addition, a convenient swing bag allows the camera and four lenses of this fully integrated E-System solution to be safely packed in a very small space for easy mobility. The kit is rounded out with a special lens cloth and an LCD protector.

Available only as a limited edition, the Olympus Evolution Kit will become available from October 2008.

The limited edition Olympus E-520 Evolution Kit:
• E-520 body
• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6 (18-36mm)
• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 (28-84mm)
• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm 1:4.0-5.6 (80-300mm)
• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 70-300mm 1:4.0-5.6 (140-600mm)
• FL-50R wireless flash unit
• Swing bag
• Two 1GB CompactFlash memory cards
• LCD protector
• Lens cloth

The Olympus E-520 digital SLR – main features:
• Effective image stabilisation for sharp shooting regardless of lens
• Autofocus Live View**
• Excellent dust reduction system
• 100% D-SLR quality
• Face Detection and Shadow Adjustment Technology
• 6.9cm/2.7” HyperCrystal II LCD
• 10 Megapixel Live MOS sensor
• 3.5fps with up to 8 images in RAW buffer
• Built-in flash and wireless flash control
• 32 shooting modes
• Optional underwater case available
• Four Thirds Standard
• Compact and ergonomic design
• Bracketing functions
• ISO 100-1600
• AF/ AE lock functionality
• Depth of field preview
• Anti-shock (mirror lock) function
• One-touch white balance
• Perfect shot preview
• 100% field of view via LCD
• TruePic III image processor
• Detailed playback info screen with histogram
• Hi-Speed USB 2.0

ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6 (18-36mm) lens – main features:
• Extreme wide angle capabilities from 9-18mm (18-36mm)
• 2x zoom
• Minimum focusing distance of 25cm
• 79.5 x 73mm
• 280g
• One aspherical ED lens element and two aspherical lens elements

ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm (28-84mm) 1:3.5-5.6
• Close focusing distance of 25cm
• ED lens element and two aspherical lens elements
• 65.5 x 61mm
• 190g

ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm (80-300mm) 1:4.0-5.6
• Close focusing distance of 90cm
• ED lens element
• 65.5 x 72mm
• 220g

ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 70-300mm (140-600mm) 1:4.0-5.6
• 4.3x zoom with tremendous tele capabilities to 300mm (600mm)
• Extremely compact and lightweight
• Three ED lens elements
• 80 x 127.5mm
• 620g

* Figures in brackets represents 35mm camera equivalent throughout.

** Full contrast AF performance is available with new Olympus lenses including the ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6, the ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm 1:4.0-5.6, and the new ZUIKO DIGITAL 25mm 1:2.8 “pancake” lens. A free firmware update can be downloaded via Olympus Master or Studio software from the Olympus homepage to enable this feature for lenses that were purchased previously.

Published: Friday, October 03, 2008

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