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PMA 2003: Olympus has today announced the entry level D-390 (C-150
in Europe) digital camera. This model is the successor to the D-380 /
C-120 model, the new camera is some 15% smaller than that which it replaces,
it has a two megapixel CCD sensor and a fixed 38 mm equiv. lens. The D-390
/ C-150 stores its photos on xD-Picture Card and is powered by AA size
batteries. The D-390 / C-150 also features a larger 1.8" LCD monitor.
Street price: $149 / £139.
Press Release (Olympus UK):
Olympus C-150 (D-390 in North America)
A great start for digital users
Olympus announces the launch of its latest entry level digital camera,
the C-150. The perfect model for those who want to explore the world of
digital photography, this compact 2 million pixel digital camera is available
from end of April with a RRP of £139.99 (inc VAT). For stockist
information call freephone 0800 072 0070.
Following on from the C-120, the new C-150 features a redesigned body
that is 15% smaller than the current model. Couple this with a bright
lens (f2.8), 4x digital zoom and a host of automatic features, means this
autofocus model guarantees great results while remaining incredibly easy
to use. The introduction of a large 1.8" display means capturing
your digital moments is even easier.
For those new to the world of digital imaging, the C-150 is exceptionally
easy to use. Just insert the batteries and 16Mb xD-Picture Card, capable
of holding 165 images in low quality mode, and away you go. Everything
else is built in: automatic systems for exposure, focussing, ISO, white
balance and an integrated flash, as well as a high quality 38mm AF lens
(equivalent to a 35mm camera).
With four scene programs and four pre-sets for white balance, users can
change the setting of the camera to suit the picture they want to take.
Options cover every eventuality from overcast conditions to landscape
settings.
Other functions include a panorama mode, 2 in 1 shooting, Black &
White or Sepia modes and the ability to record short movie sequences in
QuickTime Motion JPEG format.
Olympus D-390 / C-150 Specifications
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| CCD
Imager |
2.0 Megapixel Effective
2.1 Megapixel Total
1/3.2 Type CCD |
| Lens |
Olympus glass lens
5mm
(38mm equivalent in 35mm photography) |
| Seamless
Digital Zoom |
2.5x digital zoom |
| Aperture
Range |
F2.8-5.6 |
| Shutter
Speeds |
1/1000 sec. – 1/2
sec. Automatic |
| ISO |
Auto 100-200 |
| Recording
Mode(s) |
Still Image: EXIF
2.2 JPEG, DCF (design rule for Camera File System), QuickTime Motion
JPEG (Movie Mode).PIM II |
| Adjustable
Resolutions |
1600 x 1200 SHQ, JPEG
1600 x 1200 HQ, JPEG
1024 x 768 SQ2, JPEG
640 x 480 SQ2, JPEG
320 x 240 @ 15fps QuickTime Motion JPEG
160 x 120 @ 15fps QuickTime Motion JPEG |
| DPOF
(Digital Print Order Format) |
Print Reserve, All
print reservation, Display Date information |
| Optical
Image Enlargement |
N/A |
| Image
Adjustment Modes |
N/A |
| Image
Effects |
Resize, Rotate, Sepia,
and Black and White |
| Panorama |
Up to 10 frames stitchable
with CAMEDIA Master software when using Olympus brand SmartMedia |
| Sequence |
N/A |
| Viewfinder |
Optical real-image
viewfinder with autofocus/backlight mark |
| LCD |
1.8" (3.8cm) color
TFT LCD (61,000 pixels) used for viewing, reviewing or editing images |
| Focusing
System |
TTL Contrast Detecting
: Spot AF focus in Spot Metering Mode |
| Focusing
Ranges |
Normal 20" – Infinity
(0.5m – Infinity)
Macro Mode 8" – 20" (0.2m-0.5m) |
| Exposure
Control |
Program Auto F2.8-8.0 |
| Metering
System |
Center Weighted Meter;
Spot Metering, AE Lock with 1R position |
| White
Balance System |
Automatic, plus Pre-set
manual settings: Daylight, Overcast, Tungsten & Fluorescent |
| Flash |
Built-in Flash |
| Flash
Modes |
Auto Flash , Red-eye
Reduction Flash, Fill-in Flash,
Slow Shutter Synchronized Flash (first curtain)
Slow Shutter Synchronized Flash (first curtain) w/red-eye reduction
Flash Off (built-in or external flash) |
| Flash
Working Range |
10" to 8.2' (0.25
m to 2.5 m) @ ISO 100 |
| Flash
Charging Time |
Approximately 6 seconds |
| Removable
Media Card |
XD-Picture Card,(16,32,128
& 256 MB) 16MB included |
| Selftimer/Remote |
12-sec. delay with
built in self-timer |
| Setting
Memorization |
On/Off (Hold changes/Reset
to default settings) |
| Outer
Connectors |
USB Connector (Auto-Connect),
NTSC Video Out, DC input |
| Auto-connect
USB |
Compatible with Window
98 rev2/ME/2000 Pro/XP and Mac OS 8.6 - OS X and higher
Window 98 rev2 driver provided on CD
Mac OS 8.6 requires USB mass storage drivers 1.3.5 available at apple.com
Downloading to laptop computer without USB port possible with optional
PCMCIA x-Picture Card reader |
| Image
Playback |
Index display, up
to 3X enlargement, Slide-show |
| Operating
Environment |
Operation: 32°F -
104°F (0°C- 40°C) 30-90% Humidity
Storage: -4°F - 104°F (-20°C - 60°C) 10-90% Humidity |
| Power
Supply |
Main Power Source
(2) AA-Alkaline (Included)
(2) AA-NiMH Rechargeable
(2) Ni-Cad Rechargeable
(1) CR-3v (LB-01) Lithium Battery
AC Power Source
E-7AU 3Volt AC adapter (optional) |
| Date/Time
Calendar |
Simultaneous recording
into image data |
| Calendar |
Automatic up to the
year 2099 |
| Size |
4.2" W x 2.3" H x
1.6" D (108 x 57 x 40 mm) exluding protrusions |
| Weight |
5.8oz (170 g) without
battery and media card |
| Number
of Storable Photos |
| Quality |
Pixel Resolution |
16MB xD-Picture Card (included) |
256MB xD-Picture Card |
| SHQ |
1600 x 1208 |
10 shots |
160 shots |
| HQ |
1600 x 1200 |
32 shots |
512 shots |
| SQ1 |
1024 x 768 |
58 shots |
928 shots |
| SQ2 |
640 x 480 |
94 shots |
1504 shots |
| HQ |
320 x 240 15 fps movie |
15 sec. max per movie |
15 sec. max per movie |
| SQ |
160 x 120 15 fps movie |
60 sec. max per movie |
60 sec. max per movie |
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
All trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective
holder. ®2003 Olympus America Inc.
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