Olympus just released four new members from its FE-Series digicams in the form of the FE-5020 (5x zoom), FE-4000 (4x zoom), FE-46 (5x zoom), and FE-26 (3x zoom). These entry-level digital cameras support 12MP CMOS sensor with enhanced In-Camera Help Guides that make digital photography simple and fun for users of all ages and skill levels. Available in a wide variety of colors, the Olympus FE-5020 retails for an estimated street price of $159.99, the FE-4000 for $149.99, and the FE-46 for $99.99. Sadly, the Olympus FE-26’s price tag is still unavailable. [dcviews via Digital Camera Blog]
The Olympus LS-11 Linear PCM Audio Recorder is perfect for recording studio-quality music. The gadget provides an 8GB of storage space, and an intuitive interface enabling you to index and edit files within the recorder. The LS-11 can record in 24 bit / 96 kHz Linear PCM format, which is also great for capturing bird sounds, creating podcasts and broadcasts, and making audio recordings to accompany photographs. The Olympus LS-11 will be released in September this year for $399.99. [dcviews]
Olympus has announced the addition of Stylus Tough 6010 (µ TOUGH-6010 in Europe) to its rugged compact camera series. This compact camera is claimed to be waterproof up to 3 meters, freeze proof up to -10 degrees and shockproof up to 1.5 meters. The camera has a 12MP sensor, a 2.7-inch LCD with Tap Control, a 3.6x optical zoom lens and offers features such as Dual Image Stabilization and built-in ‘Magic’ filters. The µ Tough-6010 will be available later this month for $488. More
The highly anticipated Olympus E-P1 has finally available for pre-order from numerous retailers. It is one of the must have cameras of 2009. You can get the E-P1 for $750 without a 3x zoom kit or $799 with a 3x zoom kit. [Engadget via Digital Camera Blog]
Olympus today introduced the new Mju 7000 during Photo Imaging Expo 2009 in Korea. It is one of the most powerful premium Mju cameras that is easy to use, full of features and produces superb results. The camera has 7x optical zooml with 12MP of resolution for capturing brilliant images, a big 3.0 inch HyperCrystal II LCD to facilitate ultra-convenient framing and viewing, and features Dual Image Stabilization, Intelligent Auto Face Detection, Shadow Adjustment technology and In-Camera Panorama. Available in silver, black, blue, and pink, the Olympus Mju 7000 retails for around $300. [AVING via Digital Camera Blog]
If you are unsatisfied with your 18X or 20X ultra zoom digicams, then check out the latest DSLR camera from Olympus that offers 26X optical zoom lens. The Olympus SP-590 Ultra Zoom features the image processor TruePic III, dual image stabilization, face detection and a 2.7-inch LCD screen HyperCrystal II. The camera also features ISO 1600, 640 × 480 and video recording with a MicroSD and xD-Picture cards support. The Olympus SP-590 UZ will be released in March for around $449.99. [DailyDigitals via Digital Camera Blog]
If you are searching for a rugged compact digital camera, then you should choose Olympus Stylus Tough-8000 because it is shock, water, freeze, crush, and shake-proof. The rugged digicam has a 12MP CMOS sensor, and is claimed to survive underwater depths of 33 feet, drops of nearly 7 feet, and 220 pounds of pressure. Other features include dual image optimization, and face detection.
Olympus also offers the Stylus Tough-6000, which is less rugged. This camera is only able to fall 5 feet or go 10 feet underwater. Both cameras will be available next month for $400 and $300, respectively. [Gizmodo via Digital Camera Blog]
Olympus got both the high end and low end markets covered, but what it doesn’t have covered is the midrange market where the likes of Nikon D90, Canon EOS 40D and even Canon EOS 50D rule. To combat this, and to close the $900 spread between the Olympus E-520 and the E-3, Olympus brings you the E-30. It is a 12.3-megapixel midrange dSLR that delivers Art Filters, a set of six effects–Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale and Light, Grainy Film, Light Tone and Pin Hole–which are applicable during shooting. Why these features you may ask? Because that’s what midrange is all about, identity crisis. Good job nonetheless, Olympus. [Crave via The Digital Camera Blog]
Olympus makes us busy with the new Mju 1050 digital camera that is studded with Swarovski crystals. This 10MP digital camera adopts face Recognition technology (up to 16 faces), 3x optical zoom, intelligent Auto mode, Digital Image Stabilization, TruePic III image processor and 2.7 inch HyperCrystal LCD viewer. The digicam comes with a total of 98 Swarovski stones. You can purchase the camera with your £175. [ElectricPig via Digital Camera Blog]
Olympus will release the new E-520 camera later this month. It is a 10MP digital camera that comes equipped with a ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm lens, a 2.7 inch LCD screen, and sensor-shifting image stabilization. The camera also sports Shadow Adjustment and Face Detection functions. No word on pricing so far. [Akihabara via Digital Camera Blog]
