Press Release:

Olympus Imaging Corp. (President: Masaharu Okubo) today announced the launch of the ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-54mm f2.8-3.5 II. The lens complies with the Four Thirds System standard, and is scheduled to go on sale in Japan on December 20, 2008. (more…)

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Four Thirds System compliant intermediate-level model with Art Filter function for creative photographic expression

Olympus Imaging Corporation (President: Masaharu Okubo) today announced the launch of the E-30, the latest addition to the Olympus E-System series of interchangeable lens type digital SLR cameras. Positioned as a mid-level model, the E-30 is intended for anyone who wants to express their creativity through photography, whether they are an amateur just starting out or a profession with years of experience behind them. The E-30 complies with the Four Thirds System standard, and is scheduled to go on sale in the first quarter of the year 2009. (more…)

Press Release:

Pioneers of Digital Photography and Scuba Diving Education Extend Partnership to Bring Underwater Photography to Recreational Divers of All Skill Levels

LAS VEGAS, Nv., October 22, 2008 – Capturing in-water images is easier than ever for scuba divers and water enthusiasts of all levels as Olympus extends its partnership with PADI (the Professional Association of Diving Instructors) as the official digital underwater photography equipment sponsor of the PADI Diving Society through December 2009. Announced today at the DEMA Show 2008 in Las Vegas, the two companies have extended their relationship and will continue to work closely together to help recreational divers capture amazing images during their scuba and snorkeling adventures.
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CENTER VALLEY, Pa., October 21, 2008 – Named after famous Japanese poet Ono no Komachi, who was renowned for her beauty, the E-420 Komachi Kit certainly lives up to its namesake. The new limited-edition kit caters to those looking for amazing image quality in a small and light digital SLR (single lens reflex) camera with an elegant design.

The kit couples the world’s smallest DSLR – the E-420 and the ED 25mm f2.8 Zuiko Digital Lens – with a fitted, hand-made brown leather case and strap designed with a fashionable retro look. A camera that is not only stylish, but also easy to use and carry. The kit also includes a 1GB CompactFlash memory card.
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Prizes Include Olympus E-System Equipment and $5,000 Scholarship; Pro Photographers Critique Images, Public Vote Included for First Time

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., October 20, 2008 – Olympus today announced its second annual Photographers of Tomorrow contest, designed to inspire students enrolled in top photography programs. Under this year’s theme “YOUR WORLD: The Art of Technology Through Your Eyes,” students are encouraged to identify the innovation or technology that has had the greatest impact in their life and capture its beauty.
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Nikon D80 Firmware update:

This service provides software for upgrading D80 A and B firmware to Ver 1.11. When performing this firmware upgrade, be sure to upgrade both A and B firmware. Correct operation of your camera is not guaranteed if only A or B of the firmware is upgraded without upgrading the other part.

This firmware resolves an issue which, in rare cases, causes the battery indicator to blink whilst shooting regardless of the level of charge in the battery.

Firmware update

Canon WFT-E3/E3A Firmware update:

Firmware update

Olympus E-520 Firmware update:

Improved brightness level of optical viewfinder AF target points.

Firmware update

Press Release:

Olympus Imaging Corporation (President: Masaharu Okubo) today announced that it has begun development of an interchangeable lens type digital camera based on the “Micro Four Thirds System.”

Development of the camera will bring dramatic reductions in size and weight to the Olympus E-System, and will comply with the new Micro Four Thirds System standard jointly announced with Matsushita Industrial Co., Ltd.(Panasonic) on August 5. From September 23 through 28, a concept mock-up of the camera will be exhibited at “Photokina 2008″, the world’s biggest trade fair for the photographic and imaging industries held at Köln Messe, Cologne, Germany.
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Press Release:

Olympus Imaging Corporation (President: Masaharu Okubo) is developing a new interchangeable-lens digital SLR (single lens reflex) within the Olympus E-System. This new Four Thirds-compliant camera reinforces the company’s commitment to the standard.

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Release:

Olympus Imaging Corporation (Olympus Imaging) and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (Panasonic) today announced joint development of technologies and devices for the “Micro Four Thirds System standard,” a new standard that extends the benefits of the Four Thirds System standard for interchangeable lens type digital camera systems by enabling dramatic reductions in size and weight. Under the terms of an agreement between the two companies, they will work jointly toward commercial production of significantly lighter and more compact interchangeable lens type digital camera systems. (more…)

Version 2.2 - improvements - Mac (PC will follow soon)
- Support for Portuguese (Brazilian).
- Improved the display speed in Preview Area in “RAW Development” and “Image Edit” windows.
- Added the functions to narrow down, sort, and delete files in Thumbnail Area of all windows.
- Added the function to clear Cache.

Software Updates for OLYMPUS Studio 2

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