Olympus Launch a Real Camera

As a general rule it's fair to say people like new technology. Now imagine a room full of photographers and photo enthusiasts awaiting the unveiling of the latest compact system camera from one of the world's leading digital camera brands.
Eager doesn't quite cut it.

Last week we had the joy of hosting a launch event at theLightRoom for the new Olympus PEN series of compact system cameras: the Olympus E-P3, E-PL3, and E-PM1. Karl and Lucas joined us from Olympus to officially launch the three cameras and explain the technology that makes the latest PEN series the most impressive yet.

All three models feature the world's fastest autofocus speed due to the unique FAST (Frequency Acceleration Sensor Technology) AF system, and new 35 zone AF system with tighter focusing points for improved AF tracking capability. The series incorporates an improved dynamic range and image quality thanks to the new 12.3 megapixel High Speed Live MOS Sensor with 1080i Full HD movie capability, and new TruePic VI image processing engine.

Guests were also impressed by the touch-screen panel on the E-P3's 3.0-inch 610,000-dot OLED display, and the reduced recycling speed between frames. We also noticed handheld video capture was remarkably shake-free even when the user and subject were in motion.

 

 As always we enjoyed having Karl and Lucas come in to share the new Olympus cameras with us. What camera would you like to see in our next event? Let us know in the comments field.

Olympus quick Vid 5

Another Quick Vid from Olympus

The Olympus PEN was a revolution in camera design. A super compact body and lens combination, with lens interchangeability. The quality and versatility of SLR photography with the covienience and portability of a compact camera.

Can't wait to see what's coming next from Olympus in the microFourThirds arena. Expect something NEW with-in the next few weeks. Stay tuned.

Olympus PEN E-P2

"So what's the difference?" I hear you say.

Well, it's black... and Olympus have added a couple of new Art filters that are interesting. But most importantly for me, the PEN E-P2 sports a view-finder, (my eyes are getting worse, food on my falk is now out of focus), and an extraordinarily good view-finder it is.

The E-P2 also gains AF tracking.

The E-P2 is not a replacement of the E-P1. The E-P2 is an extension of the range.

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FINALY – one of the most highly anticipated cameras of the year.

As I look back over my blog entries I concede that it may appear we favour Olympus over anything else. That really is not the case, it's just that, well, Olympus are doing things that excite us. Lets face it, a camera is a camera is a camera. Frankly I'd rather be talking about a Rickenbacker 4003 in black with white binding & scratch plate and that's a dream I'll hang on to. But the new Olympus Pen E-P1 will be my next camera.
I love the Micro 4 Thirds concept and I love what Olympus have come up with. With classic retro styling and 21st century digital know-how Olympus have created what I anticipate will be an award winning camera. This will be every travellers number one choice.
The image quality of an SLR camera (interchangeable lenses and 12.3 MPx) and the convenience of a compact camera.
The E-P1 body design is based on Olympus' famous & successful PEN series rangefinder cameras dating back to the 60's. The look and feel of this camera is stunning. The results are breath taking.
We'll see the E-P1 in store early to mid July, watch Cameraaction.com.au for pre-release information and pre-order opportunities.