Canon Touch-Screen DSLR coming?

The image actually appears in US Patent Application No. 12/422,695, which was originally filed by Canon on April 13, 2009 and published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office on October 22, 2009.

So, what can we learn from the patent?

Well, the patent is only 13 pages long (that’s a bit short for most of Canon’s patents that I’ve read) and does not cover claims that are specific to the overall touchscreen interface.  Instead, the patent primarily covers claims relating to accidentally touching parts of the touchscreen when bringing the camera to your eye in order to look through the viewfinder.
Specifically, the camera is supposed to allow users to register their dominant eye.  The photographer will input whether it is the left or right eye. Then the camera will detect the registered eye when it is brought to the viewfinder.  At that point, the camera will disable a portion of the touchscreen that would likely be touched by your face and, therefore, prevent any setting changes.  Also, note that the patent covers the possibility that the camera may automatically detect which eye is brought to the viewfinder and disable the appropriate portion of the LCD.
The diagonal hatching lines in the above image show the portion of the screen that is disabled, depending on which eye is registered with the camera.

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Pentax K-x "Kore Ja Nai Robo" Limited Version Looks Awesome

Pentax K-x Specs

12.4 megapixel CMOS sensor
High resolution 12.4 megapixel CMOS image sensor features sensor-shift Shake Reduction for stabilized image and video capture up to 4 stops max.

2.7 inch LCD with Live View and Face Detection
Large 2.7 inch LCD features Live View with contrast, phase difference, and Face Detection autofocus (up to 16 faces).

720p HD Video
Capture widescreen HD video in full 720p resolution (1280x720) at 24 FPS cinematic frame rate, using any PENTAX 35mm lens.

Compact Body
Highly compact DSLR body design allows for 1 handed operation and comfort when travelling.

Auto Picture and Scene Modes
Powerful automatic modes, including PENTAX Auto Picture and scene modes, ensure the perfect shot in any situation, while helping new photographers learn DSLR photography.

Creative Processing and Filter Modes
Creative processing and filter modes produce high quality finished images, while offering the ability to explore artistic freedom through unique special effects.

HDR Image Capture
True HDR image capture blends 3 bracketed images into a single picture with outstanding shadow, highlight, and midrange detail.

4.7 Frames per Second
Fast 4.7 FPS capture speed and 1/6000 second maximum shutter speeds are possible with the PENTAX
PRIME II image processing engine.

11 Point Wide Angle Focus
Responsive 11 point wide angle SAFOX VIII autofocus system focuses quickly and accurately, and can easily track moving subjects.

AA Batteries
Capture up to 1900 shots with universally available, easy-to-find AA lithium batteries (also compatible with AA NiMH rechargeable and alkaline batteries).


Buy a Pentax K-x 12.4MP Digital SLR with 2.7 inch LCD and 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL Lens (Red)

Via Ubergizmo

Canon EOS Rebel T1i DSLR Camera Reviewed by HotHardware

Time and technology always march on and now you’ll find that Canon’s latest offering, the EOS Rebel T1i, is in a much better position to compete against the D90 and against the brand new 12.3 megapixel Nikon D5000. The 15.1 megapixel Rebel T1i not only beats the D90 and D5000 in terms of HD video capabilities (like the EOS 5D Mark II, the Rebel T1i can record 1080p movies), but it also comes with an MSRP of $899.99 with its EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens.

Buy a Canon EOS Rebel T1i 15.1 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 3-Inch LCD and EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens, EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 IS Telephoto Zoom Lens, 430EX II Speedlite Flash, and 2400 SLR Gadget Bag

Read the full review at HotHardware

Mac users own more DSLRs?

Taken from Macworld/PC World article Report: U.S. Mac Households Rise to 12 Percent:

72 percent of those Mac users have laptops, and are very likely to live in mixed environments--a staggering 85 percent of those Mac users surveyed also own a Windows-based PC. And 66 percent of those households contain three or more computers, compared with 29 percent for Windows households.

Those in Mac households are also greater consumers of consumer electronics. The survey found that 63 percent of Apple households own an iPod, compared to 36 percent of overall computer owners. 32 percent own a DSLR camera (versus 12 percent), while 18 percent own a 50-plus-inch LCD TV (versus 8 percent).

And we also get the reason why:

"Thirty-six percent of Apple computer owners reported household incomes greater than $100,000, compared to 21 percent of all consumers. With a higher household income, though, it's not a surprise that those consumers are making more electronics purchases."

Yeah, interesting.

Mamiya DM33 and DM56 DSLRs

The DM56 and the DM33 are professional-level cameras likely well out of the average Joe’s price range. As should be clear by the model names, the DM56 includes a 56 MP sensor and the DM 33’s sensor is 33MP.

In addition to their impressive sensors, both cameras feature high flash sync speeds up to 1/6000 of a second and three leaf-shutter digital lenses. Schneider Kreuznach helped to design the lenses, which include a 55mm f/2.8 D L/S, 80mm f/2.8 D L/S, and 110mm f/2.8 S L/S. Mamiya did the final manufacturing of them. 

Via gadgetcrave.com

Zacuto Z-Finder V2 DSLR Optical Viewfinder

Zacuto introduces the Z-Finder V2, an optical viewfinder that allows DSLR cameras to have the correct form factor for video. Additional features of the Z-Finder includes: 3x focusable magnification, Schneider optics, a 40mm diameter lens, an adjustable (left or right) eye-cup preventing extraneous light leakage, and most importantly, a field of view perfectly matched to LCD screen sizes of many DSLR cameras such as: Canon 5DMKII, Canon 7D, Panasonic GH1, Nikon D300, Nikon D5000, and Pentex 7D. "This Z-finder is awesome. I am using it in Lima, Peru right now and am so glad I purchased it. I had a Hoodman but the quality of this is amazing and the eye cup is truly spectacular," says W. Ashley Maddox, DP/Director of Wam Pictures LTD.

"The Z-finder V2 is a magnificent upgrade and sharp as a tack across the whole image. The focus gearing was accurate, frictionless and backlash free." The Z-Finder can adjust to varying levels of vision correction with its diopter. It's essential for critical focus and some people will need to dial the Z-Finder focus wheel all the way in for Nearsightedness (Myopia) and fully out for Farsightedness (Hypermyopia). 

Via Ecoustics

Pentax K-x entry-level DSLR

The K-x comes in red, blue, white, or black colors, and the red looks fantastic. The cam has 12.4-megapixel resolution with sensor-shift shake reduction for both still shots and video. Yeah, the camera can shoot 720p HD video at 24 frames per second using any Pentax lens.

The camera feature HDR image capturing mode and a selection of creative filters. Bursts can be shot until your memory card is full at 4.7 frames per second. The cam also has a full array of automatic modes and uses an 11 point autofocus system. Power comes from plain old AA batteries. The camera body with an 18-55mm kit lens sells for $649.95. Add in a 50-200mm lens as well as the basic kit and the system costs $749.95. Replace that 50-200mm lens with a 50-300mm lens and the kit will set you back $849.95.

Buy the Pentax K-7 14.6 MP Digital SLR with Shake Reduction and 720p HD Video (Body Only)

Via  SlipperyBrick

Horseman DSLR Conversion Lenses

“What makes the Horseman lenses unique is that they provide wide-angle and macro photography easily and comfortably, without changing lenses,” said Richard Dischler, DSM President. “They are easily and quickly attached in front of the taking lens, much like attaching a filter. The lenses are also very portable and offer an affordable solution for the end user who is looking to extend the use-function of their DSLR.”

Street pricing is expected to range from $60-$120, depending on the model, of which there are seven.
Among the numerous models is the Horseman 0.7 Wide, which is designed exclusively for 18-55mm zoom lenses. The 0.7x wide conversion lens is thin, lightweight and can be attached in front of the taking lens of your camera, quickly and easily.

Another is the Horseman 0.6 Wide/Macro, a 0.6x wide conversion lens that also serves as a macro lens. The lens delivers crisp images without chromatic aberration in the periphery of images, enabling you to enjoy wide-angle photography over the entire focal length range of your DSLR zoom lens.

The Wide Macro lens is particularly effective in shooting wide angles from confined spaces or when you’re in a tight spot and can’t step back. Other examples would be shooting scenic vistas or towering buildings. The lens gives you perspective and allows you to capture near-by objects larger and distant subjects smaller.
The Horseman 0.25x Superwide/Macro is a 0.25x super-wide conversion lens that enables you to enjoy super-wide-angle photography just like a fish-eye lens. In addition, the lens incorporates a macro lens so you can get real close to your subjects for frame-filling impressive macro shots.

Both the Horseman 0.6x Wide and the 0.25x Superwide conversion lens turn into a macro lens when its front part is removed. Macro photography lets you take close-up shots and bring out the minutest details of the smallest subjects.

The Horseman 0.45x WIDE conversion lens serves as a wide lens when it’s used as is, but it turns into a macro lens when you remove the front portion. It’s a uniquely versatile conversion lens that enables you to enjoy wide-angle and macro photography with just one lens.
Other models include the Horseman 08x SUPERWIDE conversion lens, which lets you make the most of a fish-eye lens’ barrel distortion; the Horseman 4.0x Macro, which is designed primarily for medical applications, and the MiniDigi AF5.0, which allows you to have super-wide and macro photography on the Rollei MiniDigi AF5.0.

Horseman products are manufactured in Japan by Komamura Corporation.
The Horseman conversion lenses will be available at professional photo dealers. MSRP is expected to be in the $60-$120 range.


Via Businesswire via Horseman website

Nikon D3000 and D300s

The Nikon D3000 replaces the D40 with some impressive specs, occupying a notch above the D60 but below the newer D5000. The 10.2-megapixel starter camera is all about ease of use. It includes a new Guide feature that aims to help novice D.S.L.R. users by explaining camera settings and digital photography basics — and providing an on-screen demonstrations of how they affect images.

The D3000 employs the same DX format sensor as the D60 and is capable of the same 3 frames-per-second image capture. But the D3000 improves the autofocus speed and accuracy of the D60 with an 11-point autofocus system.

Buy the Nikon D3000 10MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lens

At approximately 5 by 3.8 by 2.5 inches, the D3000 it has roughly the same compact measurements as the D40, although Nikon has added softly rounded curves to the chassis. It weighs a relatively light 17 ounces.

Nikon has added some new in-camera retouch features that should appeal to inexperienced users, including a miniature effect, soft filter and color outline, which creates a black-and-white “sketch” that’s Crayola-ready for the kids.

Nikon has included the capability to create stop-motion videos, although the camera cannot capture video. Nor does it have a Live View option, which is typical of entry-level D.S.L.R. models.

The D300s, not surprisingly, is a follow-up to the popular D300, a 12.3-megapixel model that currently sells for about $1,800.

The D300s has many of the same specs as its predecessor — identical resolution and image sensor, 51 autofocus points and Live View — but it adds the ability to capture video in AVI format at a resolution of 1280 by 720 pixels at 24 frames per second. It also includes an input for an optional stereo microphone.

The D300s is a bit faster than the D300, with a 7 frame-per-second continuous-shooting capability (versus 6 frames per second on the D300). Nikon says that the D300a has 15 cross-type AF sensors that deliver better focus accuracy and tracking capabilities.

It has the same moisture-sealed magnesium alloy chassis body as the D300 but adds dual Compact Flash and SD/SDHC card slots.

Buy a Nikon EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery for D200, D300, D700 and D80 Digital SLR Cameras

News via NYTimes Blogs

Incase DSLR bags

Carry your DSLR with you without looking like a tourist in Incase DSLR Bags ($60-$80). Available in the essentials only-sized Carrying Case or extra lenses and maybe a flash-sized Sling Pack, both bags feature zippered interior and exterior pockets, adjustable camera and lens compartments, side stash pockets, adjustable shoulder straps, reinforced nylon handles, and weather resistant nylon construction to keep your gear safe and sound.

The Carrying Case is meant for a single camera and lens, plus a couple of small accessories. The Sling Pack has room for additional lenses and flashes, and as the name imples, fits like a messenger bag. Both bags are professional-grade water resistant products that will sell for $60 (Carrying Case) and $80 (Sling Pack).

Via Gizmodo via Uncrate

Canon EOS 500D wins best SLR title

Canon's EOS 500D has won European SLR Camera of the Year in the annual contest run by the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA), the membership of which includes AP.

The EOS 500D was described by judges as an 'excellent DSLR for both novices and advanced amateurs'.

The citation added: 'The quality of the HD video is so impressive that it might provoke the beginning of a new movie-making hobby for some users.'

Buy a Canon EOS Rebel T1i 15.1 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 3-Inch LCD and EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens

Olympus's E-P1 was named Camera of the Year, judges applauding the appeal of its elegant retro design. (Buy Olympus PEN E-P1)

Nikon's D3x won the title European Professional Camera and Canon's EOS 5D Mark II triumphed in the Advanced Camera category. (Buy a Nikon D3x)

The European Lens award went to the 'lightweight and affordable' Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 IF EX DG HSM. (Buy Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 IF EX DG HSM AF Lens Nikon)

EISA's best lens for travel was the Tamron 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Macro. The top zoom lens accolade was handed to Sony's 70-400mm f/4-5.6 G SSM. (Buy Tamron 18-270mm Canon)

Photo Innovation of the Year honours went to Fujifilm's Super CCD EXR imaging sensor.

Multimedia Camera of 2009-2010 was Panasonic's Lumix DMC-GH1. 'It combines the advantages of a compact camera with those of a DSLR: it is lightweight, has a small body, a high-resolution electronic viewfinder and Live View.' (Buy Panasonic GH1)

Via Amateur Photographer

Leica S2 spotted

Devin Coldewey at CrunchGear says:

For those pros out there working in print, medium format is king. Portable yet powerful, they can be deployed anywhere. With large but not crowded sensors, they provide excellent sharpness and color fidelity with reasonable exposure times. Of course, they do cost upwards of twenty grand. Leica’s S2 is an evolution of the medium format: a medium-format sensor in a DSLR body, a sort of spiritual big brother to the Sigma DP2, which has a DSLR sensor in a point-and-shoot-esque body.

Unlike the DP2, however, the S2 isn’t likely to suffer from its change of form; Leica is too good for that. It’s still not in production, but a few prototypes were available for handling at a recent Foto Care event in New York.

Via CrunchGear

Sony DSLR-A700 Camera Review

PCWORLD.ca say in their article:

A complex, well-made camera with tons of controls, the A700 takes exceptionally sharp, well-exposed shots.

A Short Course in Sony A700 Photography book/ebook

Complex the A700 certainly is--it probably has more exposure controls than any other DSLR I've seen to date. That said, the camera's ease of use is still exceptionally good: Like most current DSLRs, it has fore and aft selector dials for quickly changing shutter speeds, aperture values, and exposure compensation. But it also has a healthy number of nicely placed, well-labeled, dedicated buttons for key controls such as white balance, drive mode, ISO setting, and metering modes.

Buy a LensPEN Precision Design Cleaning Kit for Digital SLR Cameras and Lenses

Olympus E-30 Digital SLR Camera

"The E-30 SLR offers convenience and advanced features, plus great image quality, too."

Kathleen Cullen from PC World has an article at washingtonpost.com.

The Olympus E-30 has a well-rounded feature set that should appeal both to consumers upgrading from lower-end DSLR cameras and to buyers looking for something of a more semipro caliber. The E-30 is sold as a kit ($1350 as of 7/7/09, including a 14mm-to-54mm lens) and as the body only ($950 as of 7/7/09).

Compared with its older sibling, the Olympus E3, the E-30 has a smaller body and a lighter weight. On this model Olympus has sacrificed the weatherproof, magnesium-alloy body in favor of a plastic and fiberglass version, which may be a deal-breaker for photographers inclined toward outdoor shooting. The E-30 features a handy swiveling LCD so that you can capture shots from odd angles, or even simply rotate it and snap it inward to protect it while you're out and about.

The E-30 boosts the image sensor to 12.3 megapixels, from 10 megapixels in the E3. It also adds Art Filters, effects such as pinhole, soft focus, pop art, and grainy tone. Though you can preview these effects in Live View, you can't modify them in-camera. As for more-concrete functionality, the E-30 adds improved contrast detection focus, in-body stabilization for vertical panning, and improved electronic AF adjustments for older and third-party lenses.

Buy Olympus E30 12.3MP Digital SLR with Image Stabilization (Body Only)

Via washingtonpost.com

Two New Entry-level Nikon DSLRs

After the announcement of the swivel-screen hobbyist DSLR Nikon D5000, the entry level photography enthusiasts must be looking for something slimmer and easier to use. Just then, images of Nikon D3000 and D300s were leaked out on the web stating that they are the upcoming DSLR cameras from Nikon.

Lenstip guys believe that Nikon D3000 would be a scaled down version of Nikon D5000. The scaled down means that there won't be the D5000 exclusive swivel-LCD screen in D3000 DSLR. Also, the HDMI and built-in microphone will not exist in D3000.

Along with that, NikonRumors carried images of upcoming Nikon D300s body meant for entry-level DSLR enthusiasts. This new D300s, assumed to be without microphone, is a close match to existing Nikon D300 model. It's being speculated that D300s would be capable of recording 720p HD video content, have a quiet shutter mode, would be able to shoot continuously at eight frames per second and have an SD storage support.

There's no official announcement from Nikon on these cameras. Also, no information about the approximate pricing is available as of now.

Via TechTree India

Bua a Nikon D5000 12.3 MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens and 2.7-inch Vari-angle LCD

AsiaOne: New cameras to rival DSLRs

Kenny Chee at AsiaOne says:
A NEW breed of digital cameras which aims to bridge the gap between point-and-shoot cameras and professional digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras looks set to take photographers here by storm.

In the last two weeks, two different models of the new breed - known as micro four thirds - were launched here by Olympus and Panasonic.

Previously, there was only one such camera available here, launched by Panasonic last October.

The new cameras use an imaging technology similar to DSLRs', but packed inside a much-less-bulky body.

Buy a Panasonic DMC-GH1 12MP Four Thirds Interchangeable Lens Camera with 1080p HD Video

Canon 1D Mark IV DSLR Camera specs rumors surface

Specs include a 1.3x crop sensor for 16-megapixel images, sRAW1 format for 8-megapixel images and an ISo sensitivity of 50 to 26,500. The supposed beta tester reveals that the camera has a burst shooting mode that’s faster than the 1D Mark III and has a super fast autofocus as well.

Other features include a 3-inch LCD screen, video recording, and ergonomically arranged buttons and controls. We already heard about an August release date for this model, so if these specs are real and there are beta models in tester’s hands, that date is looking more and more likely.

Specs:

• 1.3 crop
• Images ~16MP
• ISO 50-26500
• 8MP sRAW1 format providing images that seem to best 1D3 files in detail
• Very clean images at ISO 3200. 6400/12800 take further processing very well
• Slightly faster FPS than 1D3 in real life shooting
• AF greatly improved and very good in low light
• Liveview AF - not up to fast sports use, but very usable otherwise
• Video as with 5D2
• Screen as per 5D2
• Ergonomic improvements with grips - some buttons moved
• Feels faster and more responsive in nearly all aspects of real use

Via SlashGear, Photography Bay

iPhone DSLR Camera Remote for Nikon

A new version of the onOne will get an update to version 1.1, which includes a set of bug fixes, a new user interface and support for Nikon DSLR cameras.

Mike Wong's post on the official onOne blog says:

[...] we are still working on our 1.1 update to the DSLR Camera Remote app for the iPhone and iPod Touch. And yes, the number one feature request we are adding is support for Nikon DSLR Cameras.

One other thing we are adding is a better user interface. Here’s what you can expect to see when 1.1 comes out (estimated release date is mid-July).

I think the new user interface is much nicer than the original 1.0 version and should be much easier to read. Additionally, all of the controls that you can change are grouped together while the buttons that are more informational in nature (like the focus mode and exposure mode) are placed lower and out of the way.

The fire button gets a face lift as well and looks more like a real shutter release button on your camera.

The options menu, which previously was essentially hidden under the Fire button (which you had to press and hold to access - not the most intuitive I’ll admin) gets it’s own button on the lower left corner as well (it’s that gear icon).

Via onOne Blog

Olympus E-P1 Micro Four Thirds preview

With eye-catchingly retro styling that harkens back to the company's tiny Olympus Pen camera series that launched fifty years previously, the Olympus P1 offers a lot of camera in a very small package. Readers unfamiliar with the Micro Four Thirds format may want to take a look at our earlier coverage of its announcement. Behind the E-P1's Micro Four Thirds lens mount resides a 12.3 megapixel Live MOS image sensor that's identical to that found in the existing E-30 and E-620 single-lens reflex digital cameras, coupled to a new TruePic V image processor. By placing the imager on a moveable platter, Olympus has given its tiny P1 the ability to offer in-body sensor shift image stabilization. The Olympus EP1's stainless steel body has dimensions of 4.8 x 2.8 x 1.4", and weighs just 11.8 ounces excluding lens, battery and flash card. Two versions will be offered - either silver or white, with matching lenses available.

Specs

General
Camera Type	Micro Four Thirds
Manufacturer	Olympus
Model Number	E-P1
Dimensions	4.7 x 2.8 x 1.4" 120.5 x 70.0 x 35.0mm
Weight	335.0 g 11.7 oz
Planned Price	$799.99
Planned Availability	2009
Image Capture
Sensor Type	Four Thirds Panasonic N-MOS 13.10 megapixels (total) 12.30 megapixels (effective)
Filter Type	RGBG
Focal Length Multiplier	2.00
Aspect Ratio	4:3
Image Dimensions	4032 x 3024 (12.2 megapixels) 3200 x 2400 (7.7 megapixels) 2560 x 1920 (4.9 megapixels) 1600 x 1200 (1.9 megapixels) 1280 x 960 (1.2 megapixels) 1024 x 768 (0.8 megapixels) 640 x 480 (0.3 megapixels)
Capture Speed	Continuous: 3.0 frames per second
Image Quality	4 levels
Image Preview / Review
Viewfinder	No
LCD	3.0", 230,000 pixels 100% field of view
Playback Zoom	10.0x max
Lens
Lens Type	Olympus 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 ED M.Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens 3x optical zoom 41mm lens thread
Lens Mount	Micro Four Thirds mount
Image Stabilization	Yes
Focal Length	14.0 - 42.0mm (actual) 28 - 84mm (35mm equivalent)
Aperture Range	f/3.5 (wide) / f/5.6 (tele) - f/22
Focusing System	11-point contrast detection Manual Focus possible (0) steps
Focusing Range	Normal: 10" - infinity (25 cm - infinity)
Exposure
ISO Sensitivity	Auto, 100 - 6400 (1/3, 1 EV steps)
Shutter Speed	60 - 1/4000 second
Exposure Modes	Aperture, Shutter, Manual
Metering Modes	324-zone Digital ESP, Center Weighted Average, Spot (with Highlight/Shadow mode)
Exposure Compensation	+/- 3.0EV in 1/3EV increments
White Balance	Image Sensor - Auto, Lamp, Fluorescent 1/2/3, Daylight, Flash, Cloudy, Shade, Custom WB, One-touch WB, Manual
Internal Flash	Modes: Auto, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction slow sync., Slow sync at 1st curtain, Slow sync at 2nd curtain, Fill-in, Manual (1/4, 1/16, 1/64), Off Range: Depends on lens aperture
Flash Exposure Compensation	+/- 3.0EV in 1/3EV increments
Creative
Scene Modes	19 Scene Mode, 6 Art Filters
Self Timer	Yes, 2 or 12 seconds
Movie Format	AVI (Motion JPEG) with audio
Storage
Recording Medium	SD/MMC
File System	FAT16, FAT32, complies with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF)
File Format	CCD-RAW, RAW (.ORF), JPEG (EXIF 2.2)
Connectivity
Video	Yes, NTSC / PAL switchable
Computer	USB 2.0 High Speed
Other	Multi Connector (USB/AV), Mini HDMI
Power
Battery Type	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Form Factor	Proprietary BLS-1
Product Bundle
Software	OLYMPUS Master 2 Software CD-ROM
Battery / Charger	1 x Proprietary BLS-1 Lithium-ion rechargeable ba ttery and charger
Flash Memory	0.0MB
Other
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) compliant	Yes
PictBridge Compliant	Yes
Internal Microphone	Yes
Internal Speaker	Yes
Tripod Mount	Yes, Metal
Operating System Compatibility	Windows, Mac OS

Via imaging-resource

Olympus Reveals PEN E-P1 Micro Four Thirds DSLR

Sporting the size of a small compact camera, Olympus sports a sleek and compact body as it uses the 4/3 sized image sensor. The internal structure eliminates the traditional digital-SLR quick-return mirror allowing a radical reduction in camera size without compromising the benefits of digital SLR photography with its high shooting performance and high quality images.

The new interchangeable lens system digital camera draws inspiration from the legendary "Olympus PEN" half-frame film camera range which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. The Olympus PEN range made history by creating a fuss-free and unencumbered photography experience for the first time. Its success led to 17 million units being sold globally.

The imaging system uses a 4/3-inch type, 12.3-megapixel high speed Live MOS Sensor and a newly developed TruePic V image processing engine to provide high quality still images. This impressive processing engine also enables non-flash shooting up to ISO 6400.

The Olympus PEN E-P1 also boasts a 720p High-Definition movie recording capability. Its stereo audio recording in the linear PCM format allows movie recording with high quality sound.

The Powerful Art Filter effects can be used for both still shooting and movie capture modes, expanding photographic possibilities for the camera user.

Via Smarthouse.com.au