Showing posts with label olympus. Show all posts
Showing posts with label olympus. Show all posts
Compact System Camera - Cases
A new range from Lowepro fills a gap, that up to now has been a huge annoyance. At last, a collection of appropriately sized camera bags designed specifically for CompactSystem Cameras and their accessories.
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.
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.
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 Quick Vid 2
The Olympus XZ-1 is one of the stand out compact cameras of 2011.
A superbly built and sleekly designed camera, the XZ-1 is the first Olympus compact camera to wear the respected 'Zuiko' lens brand.And the lens is something to shout about. A magnificently bright f1.8-2.5 the brightest in a compact (April 2011) and a respectable 28-112mm in the old money.
The XZ-1 is one of those cameras that defies the current build trend. It has a distinct feel of quality in the hand and positive dial control.
A very sexy camera.
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.
In stock now at Camera Action Camera House. www.CameraAction.com.au
See our new site at www.theLightRoom.com.au for Fine Art digital printing.
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.
Olympus E620
My Friend made this great e620 web site. I think he loves the Olympus E620. e-620.com
He told me he reckens it's gonna be a big travel camera. I told him it's gonna be a great LITTLE travel camera.
Olympus E-30 Launch Event
Camera Action Camera House & Camera House digital, in partnership with Olympus Australia, are pleased to announce our FIRST Launch Event for 2009. Speed and Creativity.
The Olympus E-30 incorporates the outstanding imaging quality and high-speed performance of the E-3 while affording the agility of the smaller bodied E-520 and adds a number of sophisticated new features on the way. Bear witness while Olympus' in-house Pro Photographer and Sydney based trainer gives us the complete rundown.
The Olympus E-30 incorporates the outstanding imaging quality and high-speed performance of the E-3 while affording the agility of the smaller bodied E-520 and adds a number of sophisticated new features on the way. Bear witness while Olympus' in-house Pro Photographer and Sydney based trainer gives us the complete rundown.
"The Olympus E-30 Launch Event will be held in the show room of Camera House digital, 176-178 Lonsdale St Melbourne 3000"
Micro FourThirds gains Momentum
PANASONIC LUMIX DMC-G1: WORLD’S SMALLEST AND LIGHTEST DIGITAL INTERCHANGEABLE LENS CAMERA*
*(World’s smallest as of this moment, likely to be beaten by the end of the day, at the very least by the end of September when Photokina is underway.)
Main points of Interest:
· Micro Four Thirds interchangeable lens mount
· 12.1 Mpx
· 3 inch LCD
· Face Detection (upt o 15 faces)
· 124 x 83.6 x 45.2mm
· 385 gm (body only)
· Coloured body. Black, Red, Blue
A lot of the amazing features that have made Panasonic compact cameras so popular are incorporated in to the G1. Such as Panasonics iA (Intelligent Auto) mode. iA will detect the shooting conditions and adjust the camera accordingly. MEGA O.I.S Gyro-sensors detect handshake and thereby shifts the lens system to compensate.
The G1’s compact size can be attributed to the new, smaller lens mount and to its electronic full-time Live View Finder, as opposed to a conventional optical viewfinder. The electronic Live View Finder, with an impressive and high-resolution 1,440,000-dot equivalent, allows the user to shoot the exact image the camera sees while also displaying information about the camera’s settings through the view finder. The G1 also features a clever built-in eye sensor, so the camera can detect when the user is nearing the view finder and automatically switches off the LCD, thus conserving battery life. Furthermore, the Live View Finder has a large 1.4x (0.7x on a 35mm equivalent) magnification and when using the G1 in manual focus mode, the frame in the view finder or LCD will enlarge by 5x or 10x (can adjust using the dial).
The new Micro Four Thirds mount in no way compromises picture quality as the imaging sensor is the same dimensions as the standard Four Thirds system.
IMAGE SENSOR:
· Type Live MOS Sensor
· Total pixels 13.1 Megapixels
· Camera effective pixels 12.1 Megapixels
· Aspect ratio 4:3 (Horizontal : Vertical)
· Colour filter Primary colour filter
· Dust reduction system Supersonic wave filter
*(World’s smallest as of this moment, likely to be beaten by the end of the day, at the very least by the end of September when Photokina is underway.)
Main points of Interest:
· Micro Four Thirds interchangeable lens mount
· 12.1 Mpx
· 3 inch LCD
· Face Detection (upt o 15 faces)
· 124 x 83.6 x 45.2mm
· 385 gm (body only)
· Coloured body. Black, Red, Blue
A lot of the amazing features that have made Panasonic compact cameras so popular are incorporated in to the G1. Such as Panasonics iA (Intelligent Auto) mode. iA will detect the shooting conditions and adjust the camera accordingly. MEGA O.I.S Gyro-sensors detect handshake and thereby shifts the lens system to compensate.
The G1’s compact size can be attributed to the new, smaller lens mount and to its electronic full-time Live View Finder, as opposed to a conventional optical viewfinder. The electronic Live View Finder, with an impressive and high-resolution 1,440,000-dot equivalent, allows the user to shoot the exact image the camera sees while also displaying information about the camera’s settings through the view finder. The G1 also features a clever built-in eye sensor, so the camera can detect when the user is nearing the view finder and automatically switches off the LCD, thus conserving battery life. Furthermore, the Live View Finder has a large 1.4x (0.7x on a 35mm equivalent) magnification and when using the G1 in manual focus mode, the frame in the view finder or LCD will enlarge by 5x or 10x (can adjust using the dial).
The new Micro Four Thirds mount in no way compromises picture quality as the imaging sensor is the same dimensions as the standard Four Thirds system.
IMAGE SENSOR:
· Type Live MOS Sensor
· Total pixels 13.1 Megapixels
· Camera effective pixels 12.1 Megapixels
· Aspect ratio 4:3 (Horizontal : Vertical)
· Colour filter Primary colour filter
· Dust reduction system Supersonic wave filter
Photokina 2008
Photokina 2008 is just around the corner.
The Photo Industry’s bi-annual trade-show, much anticipated by industry members, gets underway toward the end of September.
With the usually touted plethora of new releases, hot products and innovations, CameraAction will have our own man on the ground to sort it out. We’ll be reporting back daily with what’s hot and with what’s not.
Some of the promises.
I’m looking forward to the release of the Olympus Micro FourThirds range. We already know about the Nikon D90 and the Canon 5D? (mk III?, 7D?, Eclipse?, evolution?), new lens ranges, I’m sure Sony will take this opportunity to release a new MemoryStick with a new set of consonants for a name.
Photokina 2008 September 23 – 28, Klon Germany. (Yes, the home of 4711 Ice Cologne.)
The Photo Industry’s bi-annual trade-show, much anticipated by industry members, gets underway toward the end of September.
With the usually touted plethora of new releases, hot products and innovations, CameraAction will have our own man on the ground to sort it out. We’ll be reporting back daily with what’s hot and with what’s not.
Some of the promises.
I’m looking forward to the release of the Olympus Micro FourThirds range. We already know about the Nikon D90 and the Canon 5D? (mk III?, 7D?, Eclipse?, evolution?), new lens ranges, I’m sure Sony will take this opportunity to release a new MemoryStick with a new set of consonants for a name.
Photokina 2008 September 23 – 28, Klon Germany. (Yes, the home of 4711 Ice Cologne.)
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