Olympus Digital Cameras

Olympus is a leading manufacturer of professional optical-digital products; Olympus is a pioneer of key technologies in the fields of voice products, endoscopy, microscopy, bioanalytics and what we are interested in today Olympus digital cameras.

Olympus has always been known to produce quality cameras, either point and shoot or professional cameras. However, these days Olympus has kept up with technology and joined the digital scene by producing their own line of digital cameras.

Olympus started out in Japan in the 1920,s producing the first microscope in Japan. There first camera was introduced in 1936 and throughout the 1940,s 1950,s and 60,s became a world leader in camera development.

The first Olympus digital camera was introduced in 1999 with more than 2million pixels. Since then developments have come thick and fast and the innovative Olympus e-1 digital camera system was introduced n 2003. It was the first digital camera based on the FourThirds system a new standard for the next generation digital SLR camera system.

Olympus MJU Series Digital Cameras


Today Olympus has four main camera types. The ultra compact U series has 11 different cameras in this range.


At the lower end is an Olympus digital camera called the MJU-770 SWi. A 7.1 mega pixel Olympus digital camera, it is cute, portable and can capture great pictures. Also, a tough Olympus digital camera, it is made with a metal frame and known for its solid weight. With 3x optical zoom, 6.4cm / 2.5'' HyperCrystal LCD. Waterproof up to a depth of 10m, Shock-proof from heights of up to 1.5m, Crushproof up to 100kg, and Freeze proof up to -10°C. This is a great camera for personal use.

Another higher grade personal Olympus digital camera is the MJU 1020. The MJU 1020 is a 10.1 mega pixel Olympus digital camera that is easy to use and one favoured by consumers who are looking for a digital camera within this particular price range. (The MJU 1020 is around $400-$600).

The first notable feature of the MJU 500 is its large 2.7-inch HyperCrystal LCD screen. With its wide view range, this large LCD screen enables its users to view subjects at extreme angles Made from durable lightweight metal with rubber gaskets in its interior and very light weight, the MJU 1020 is also weatherproof. Meaning that this Olympus digital camera can withstand a few splashes here and there. (Note: it is weatherproof and not waterproof; there is a big difference between the two - splashes and not water). However with an optional underwater case you can use it underwater to a depth of 40 metres. The MJU 1020 Olympus digital camera, introduces an alternative design apart from the curvy MJU series with its new flat surface and smooth and round edges. It is so compact, with its small dimension; it can easily fit in your handbag or the back pocket of your pants. This Olympus digital camera also features 23 shooting modes, one of which will enable its users to shoot in consecutive sequences and just choose the best one later. Another one of its many features is its ability to record and playback those videos and sounds. It also has a choice of Starry Silver and Midnight Black colours, Avoids blur thanks to Dual Image Stabilisation, Face Detection Technology for perfectly focused and exposed faces, correct exposure of other image areas, new in-camera panorama function and lots more features.

Olympus MJU Series Digital Cameras


For a professional Olympus digital camera, the Olympus E-System is radically different to other Single Lens Reflex (SLR) Systems. It has been specially tailored to the needs of digital high-end photography. The first e series camera the e-1 was an innovative camera in its day but four years later the E-3 model was evolved and it is light years ahead. The technology and features have changed beyond recognition, the price is now dropping and the capabilities have gone through the roof.

The Olympus E-3 is the new flagship of the Four Thirds Standard-based Olympus E-System. The E-3 gives photographers a high-performance tool that is primed for any assignment and satisfies the most stringent demands for D-SLR photography. It represents the ultimate choice for the professional photographer and provides the highest levels of speed and image quality as well as Live View capabilities and the ultimate in reliability.

Features include

• World's fastest autofocus for quick and precise image capture
• 1/8000th sec. high-speed and high-precision shutter control, X: 1/250
• 5fps sequential shooting with 17 image RAW buffer Image Quality
• Fully-biaxial high-speed 11-point AF system
• High Speed 10 Megapixel Live MOS sensor
• High-performance built-in image stabiliser to stabilise all lenses (up to 5 EV steps) with two modes

The features for this Olympus E-3 camera are so numerous we cannot list them all here.

Olympus FE Series Digital Cameras

Get to where you want to be with the affordable FE-340. Its ultra-slim metal body houses a powerful 5x zoom lens to provide photographers with amazing versatility. Matched with 8.0 Megapixel resolution, detailed shots are assured. These can be viewed on the large 6.9cm LCD. This easy-to-use model is available in a choice of four expressive colours. Equivalent to a 35mm camera

Olympus SP Series Digital Cameras

Experience the power of 20x zoom with the SP-570 UZ. This compact 10 Megapixel camera does it all - from wide-angle perspectives to breathtaking close ups. Dual Image Stabilisation even ensures images come out blur free. And for high-action moments, this model shoots at up to a whopping 13.5 frames per second in 3 Mega pixel mode. Equivalent to a 35mm camera In 3.0 Mega pixels mode

Olympus’s line of digital cameras for both professional and amateur photographers has come a long way. There compact digital cameras are a lot cheaper than top of the line DSLR cameras making it more affordable for the masses.

If you are looking for an affordable and high quality digital camera, you can’t go wrong with an Olympus digital camera.


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