Pre-Photokina 2008: Last but by no means least comes another entry-level digital compact camera, the Olympus FE-20, which joins the two FE- series cameras (the FE-360 and FE-370) announced last week. The 8MP FE-20 sports a 2.5” LCD and 3x zoom lens (36-108mm equiv) and includes features features digital (high ISO ) 'Image stabilization' and Face Detection.
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Latest Olympus FE series models: Compact size, powerful optics
London, 25 August 2008 –The latest Olympus FE series cameras continue to impress for their user-friendliness, attractive pricing, and great image results. Like all Olympus cameras, they pack superior optical performance into compact dimensions. Boasting up to 5x optical zoom, these FE cameras allow users to get up close and personal with their subjects.
The high-grade optics matched with 8 Megapixels ensure premium image quality and precise picture details. In addition to internal memory, photos can be stored to xD-Picture Card or – thanks to a bundled attachment – on microSD Card. Find the newest Olympus FE cameras at a store near you this September for an approximate value of £119.99 for the FE-20, £129.99 for the FE-360, and £179.99 for the FE-370. Each model is also available in a choice of colours
The Olympus FE-20 unites strength and simplicity. The power of its 3x optical zoom and 8 Megapixels is always at your fingertips with this sleek and compact camera measuring just 21.5mm in depth. But don’t let its looks and features fool you – the FE-20 is fun and easy to use. Face Detection Technology makes it simple to capture your friends and family with optimal focus and exposure settings. And with Digital Image Stabilisation, ISO values of up to 1000 help prevent blur, so you can always be sure that your pictures will come out crisp and clear.
This stylish, powerful camera comes in silver or black, and its large 6.4cm/2.5” LCD makes framing and reviewing your shots a cinch. All of the latest FE series cameras follow a “one button, one function” design principle. Also on board are a help function and a multilingual menu for easy navigation and operation. The included Olympus Master Software also makes for easy photo handling on the computer. Internal memory is just one option for storing photos. Results can also be saved to xD-Picture Card or – thanks to the bundled attachment – on microSD Card too.
The newest additions to Olympus’ FE series – the FE-370, FE-360 and FE-20 – will hit the shelves in September 2008.
Main features: FE-20
- Miniature 3x optical zoom (36-108mm*) in slim body to capture everything from great scenes to stunning portraits
- Digital Image Stabilisation (up to ISO 1000) for less blur
- See and share images more easily on the 6.4cm/2.5" LCD
(154,000 dots) - Perfectly focused and exposed faces even in tricky situations thanks to Face Detection Technology
- 16 scene modes (e.g. Night Scene with Portrait and Candle) ensure the camera has the right settings for different situations
- Liven up your memories with movie recording with sound
(up to VGA resolution at 30fps)
* Equivalent to a 35mm camera
microSD is a trademark of SD Card Association.
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Olympus FE-20 specifications in comparision with FE-360 and FE-370
FE-20 | FE-360 | FE-370 | |
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Sensor | 1/2.35" Type CCD |
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Image sizes | 8M 3264 x 2448 5M 2560 x 1920 3M 2048 x 1536 2M 1600 x 1200 1M 1280 x 960 VGA 640 x 480 16:9 1920 x 1080 |
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Movie clips | 640 x 480 / 15 fps Recording time: 10 sec 320 x 240 / 15 fps Recording time: 29 min |
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File formats | JPEG (EXIF 2.2) AVI Motion JPEG WAV audio |
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Lens | 3x 4 Aspherical glass elements Focal length 6.3 - 18.9mm Focal length (equiv. 35mm) 36 - 108mm 6 lenses/5 groups Aperture 3.1 - 5.9 |
3x 4 Aspherical glass elements Focal length 6.3 - 18.9mm Focal length (equiv. 35mm) 36 - 108mm 6 lenses/5 groups Aperture 3.1 - 5.9 |
5x 4 Aspherical glass elements Focal length6.3 - 31.5mm Focal length (equiv. 35mm) 36 - 180mm 8 lenses/6 groups Aperture 3.5 - 5.6 |
Image stabilization | No | ||
Conversion lenses | No | ||
Digital zoom | Yes 4x | ||
Focus | TTL iESP auto focus with contrast detection |
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AF assist lamp | Yes | ||
Focus distance | Standard mode 0.6m (wide) / 1.0m (tele) Macro mode 0.1m - (wide) / 0.6m (tele) Super Macro mode Closest focusing distance: 5 cm |
Standard mode 0.6m (wide) / 1.0m (tele) |
Standard mode 0.6m (wide) / 1.0m (tele) Macro mode 0.1m - (wide) / 0.6m (tele) Super Macro mode Closest focusing distance: 3 cm |
Metering | ESP light metering |
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ISO sensitivity | Auto ISO 80 - 1000 Automatically selected Manual ISO 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1000 |
Auto ISO 80 - 1000 Automatically selected Manual ISO 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1000 |
Auto ISO 80 - 1600 Automatically selected Manual ISO 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200* * In reduced pixel mode |
Exposure compensation | +/- 2 EV 1/3 EV steps |
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Shuttter speed | 1 s - 1/2000 s | ||
Aperture | f 3.1 - f 5.9 | f 3.1 - f 5.9 | f 3.5 - f 5.6 |
Scene modes | Auto |
Auto Programme Automatic Image Stabalisation Portrait Landscape Night Scene with portrait Sports Indoor Candle Self-portrait Sunset Fireworks Cuisine Behind Glass Documents Auction Underwater Wide 1 Underwater Wide 1 Underwater Macro |
Portrait Landscape Landscape with Portrait Night Scene Night Scene with portrait Sports Indoor Candle Self-portrait Available Light Portrait Sunset Fireworks Museum Cuisine Behind Glass Documents Auction Shoot & Select 1 Shoot & Select 2 Beach and Snow Pre-Capturing Movie Underwater Snapshot Snow Smile Shot Intelligent Auto Mode |
White balance | White balance adjustment Sunlight Tungsten Overcast Flourescent 1 Flourescent 2 Flourescent 3 |
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Self timer | Yes | ||
Flash | Auto Red-eye reduction Fill-in Off |
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LCD monitor | 2.5" / 6.4 cm LCD 154,000 dots |
2.5" / 6.4 cm LCD 154,000 dots |
2.7" / 6.4 cm LCD 230,000 |
Connectivity | DC input Combined A/V & USB output USB 2.0 compatible |
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Storage | DCF EXIF 2.2 PIM III PictBridge DPOF |
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Power | LI-50B Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery D-7 AC AC Adapter (optional) |
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Weight (no batt) | 88 g | 99 g | 128 g |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22 mm | 94 x 56 x 20.3mm | 95 x 57 x 25 mm |
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