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Olympus E-PL1 Hands-On Review

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Olympus E-PL1

The Olympus E-PL1 is a 12.3MP Micro Four Thirds camera that follows the original Olympus E-P1 and E-P2.  The former cameras were geared more toward enthusiast photographers, and the new E-PL1 is aimed squarely at consumers graduating from point and shoot cameras.

The E-PL1 is smaller than both the E-P1 and E-P2.  Additionally, the new camera features a pop-up flash, which is a feature that was missed by many on the previously released Olympus cameras.  The big kicker, however, is a reduced price point of $599 for the body and kit lens.  These factors combine to create a solid offering over the previous E-P1 and E-P2 cameras, and a serious option for consumers shopping for a powerful point and shoot camera. [Read more…]

 

Olympus E-PL1 Reviews and Resources

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Olympus PEN E-PL1

The Olympus PEN E-PL1 is a 12.3MP Micro Four Thirds camera that features a number of improvements over the original E-P1.  The E-PL1 features a built-in pop-up flash, a direct record button for recording HD video, along with expected features like sensor-based image stabilization and full time live view on the 2.7-inch LCD.  The E-PL1 will be offered in a kit with a 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 zoom lens.

The Olympus E-PL1 was first available in March 2010 at an initial retail price of $599.99.

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Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm F4.0-5.6 and 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 Lenses

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Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm F4.0-5.6 and 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 Lenses

Along with the E-PL1, Olympus has announced two new lenses for the Micro Four Thirds system – the 9-18mm F4.0-5.6 and 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 lenses.  With the 2x crop factor of the Micro Four Thirds system, these lenses are the equivalent of an 18-36mm and a 28-300mm lens, respectively, on a full frame camera.

The Olympus 9-18mm f/4-5.6 lens should be available in May 2010 at an initial retail price of $699.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

The Olympus 14-150mm f/4-5.6 lens should be available in June 2010 at an initial retail price of $599.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

More details in the press release below. [Read more…]

Olympus SP-800UZ Reviews and Resources

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Olympus SP-800UZ

The Olympus SP-800UZ is a compact bridge camera that is situated between traditional point and shoot cameras and larger DSLRs.  The SP-800UZ features a 14MP sensor with sensor-shift image stabilization, a 30x optical zoom lens and the ability to capture 720p HD video.

Check out my Olympus SP-800UZ Hands-On Review.

The SP-800UZ should be available in March 2010.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

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Olympus E-P1 Firmware Update ver. 1.2

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Olympus E-P1

Olympus has released a firmware update for the E-P1.  Firmware version 1.2 adds the following functionality:

  • Reduced time of the MF ASSIST enlarged display to improve operability.
  • REC VIEW enabled when the monitor’s backlight is set to off.

The firmware can be updated through the Olympus Master or Studio software.

[via Olympus.co.jp]

Olympus Stylus 7030, 7040 and 5010

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Olympus Stylus 7040

More cameras from Olympus at CES 2010 include updates to the Stylus lineup. The 7030, 7040 and 5010 are the newest in the Olympus Stylus line.

The Stylus 7040 features a 14MP sensor, 7x zoom and captures HD video at 720p.  The 7040 should be available in February 2010 at an initial retail price of $249.99.  Check availability at Amazon.com.

The Stylus 7030 features a 14MP sensor and 7x optical zoom, but no HD video capture.  The 7030 should be available in February 2010 at an initial retail price of $199.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

Olympus Stylus 5010

The Stylus 5010 features a 14MP sensor and 5x optical zoom.  The 5010 also offers 720p video capture.  The 5010 should be available in February 2010 at an initial retail price of $199.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

All of these new Stylus cameras offer several new Magic Filters for shooting with special effects enabled like the popular Art Filters found on the Olympus DSLRs and Micro Four Thirds cameras.

More details in the press release below. [Read more…]

Olympus FE-4020 and FE-47

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Olympus FE-4020

Olympus introduced several new point and shoot cameras at CES 2010, including the FE-4020 and FE-47.

The FE-4020 features a 14MP sensor, 4x optical zoom and an ISO range of 100-1600.  The FE-4020 should be available in February 2010 at an initial retail price of $149.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

Olympus FE-47

The FE-47 features a 14MP sensor, 5x optical zoom, ISO 100-1600 and is powered by 2 AA batteries.  The FE-47 should be available in January 2010 at an initial retail price of $119.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

More details in the press release below. [Read more…]

Olympus E-P2 Reviews and Resources

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The Olympus E-P2 is a quick follow-up to the E-P1, which was introduced just 5 short months ago.  The E-P2 actually appears to be a mild upgrade to the E-P1 since it sports the same internals, including the same 12.3-megapixel Live MOS sensor.  What the E-P2 adds is a port for accessories like an external mic or high-res electronic viewfinder, along with AF tracking capability, i-Enhance color boosting and some new Art filters.

The E-P2 should be available in December 2009 at an initial retail price of $1099.

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