Olympus has announced the new E-30 digital SLR camera. The E-30 features 12.3 Megapixel Live MOS sensor and the new TruePic III+ image processing engine. Thanks to built-in image stabilisation, effective to an equivalent of 5 EV steps, photos remain blur-free even in extreme situations, irrespective of the attached lens. The camera also features 2.7”/6.9cm free-angle HyperCrystal II LCD display, 11-point AF, 5fps sequential shooting, Supersonic Wave Filter and a shutter that’s as fast as 1/8000th sec.

Image quality par excellence
A newly-developed, 12.3 Megapixel Live MOS sensor guarantees the capture of all image details, right down to the smallest minutiae. Based on proven MOS signal amplification technologies, the sensor boasts low power consumption properties to enable fulltime Live View usage. The E-30’s new TruePic III+ image processor ensures ultra-high processing speeds together with professional image quality. This includes enhanced tonal gradation, colour fidelity and many possibilities for creative expression thanks to the Art Filters – while reducing image noise.

The E-30 further heightens results with built-in mechanical image stabilisation. Effective to an equivalent of up to 5 EV steps, the incidence of blur is dramatically diminished. Photographers profit from the flexibility of obtaining razor-sharp shots in a wider variety of situations – no matter if in darker shooting environments or at long focal lengths. And because the image stabilisation is built into the camera, every attached lens reaps the benefit.

Protection against the effects of dust is provided by the Supersonic Wave Filter. This technology was developed by Olympus and is deployed in every E-System model. It eliminates the risk of image blemishes caused by dust resulting from normal operation or particles entering the camera body during lens changes.

Up to speed
Inheriting the fully-biaxial 11-point AF system of the E-3 flagship model in the Olympus E-System range, the E-30 achieves the same breakneck autofocusing speeds and performance. Featuring both horizontal and vertical sensor lines, a total of 44 different data points are available in order to calculate the optimal focus. Furthermore, the AF sensor boasts an extremely wide detection range of -2 to 19 EV which ensures high-precision autofocusing even in low light, due to its houndstooth layout.

Photographers can also look forward to an accelerated experience in situations when every fraction of a second counts: up to 5fps can be recorded by the E-30 in full 12.3 Megapixel quality (with a 12 image RAW buffer in burst mode) for capturing fast-moving scenes. And for freezing high-speed action – or shooting in bright sunlight with the aperture wide open – this model enables shutter speeds as fast as 1/8000th sec. What’s more, flash synchronisation at up to 1/250th sec. further enhances its flexibility and artistic potential.

The Olympus E-30 will go on sale from mid-January 2009.

The Olympus E-30 Main Features:

1. Art Filters, Multiple Exposure, Wireless Flash, Multi-Aspect
2. Comfortable Live View thanks to high-speed contrast AF
3. Free-angle 2.7”/6.9cm HyperCrystal II LCD
4. Newly developed 12.3 Megapixel Live MOS Sensor
5. TruePic III+ processor for ideal colour reproduction and low noise
6. Built-in IS with max. 5 EV steps efficiency.
7. High-speed 11-point fully-biaxial AF performance
8. Max. 5fps
9. 1/8000th sec. high speed shutter & 1/250th sec. flash synchronisation

The Olympus E-30 is available in the following configurations:

1. Olympus E-30 body only
2. E-30 body with ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-60mm 1:2.8-4.0 lens
3. E-30 body with ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-54mm 1:2.8-3.5 II lens
4. E-30 body with ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 lens

Olympus E-30 Specifications

Image Sensor	17.3 x 13.0 mm 4/3 '' Hi-Speed Live MOS sensor 12.3 million effective pixels 13.1 million total pixels 4:3 aspect ratio
Lens Mount	Four Thirds
Image Processor	TruePic III
A/D Conversion	12 bit
File Formats	RAW 12 bit RAW & JPEG Parallel recording JPEG JPEG compression: 1/2.7, 1/4, 1/8, 1/12 SHQ 1/2.7, 1/4, 1/8, 1/12 HQ 1/2.7, 1/4, 1/8, 1/12 SQ
Image Sizes	Aspect ratio: 4:3 / 3:2 / 16:9 / 6:6 / 5:4 / 7:6 / 6:5 / 7:5 / 3:4 RAW: 4032 x 3024 compressed Large: 4032 x 3024 Super Fine / 6.8 MB / frame  4032 x 3024 Fine (compression: 1/4) / 4.7 MB / frame 4032 x 3024 Normal (compression: 1/8) / 2.2 MB / frame 4032 x 3024 Basic (compression: 1/12) / 1.5 MB / frame Middle: 3200 x 2400 Super Fine / 5.3 MB / frame 3200 x 2400 Fine (compression: 1/4) / 3.7 MB / frame 3200 x 2400 Normal (compression: 1/8) / 1.7 MB / frame 3200 x 2400 Basic (compression: 1/12) / 1.1 MB / frame 2560 x 1920 Super Fine / 3.6 MB / frame 2560 x 1920 Fine (compression: 1/4) / 2.2 MB / frame 2560 x 1920 Normal (compression: 1/8) / 1.1 MB / frame 2560 x 1920 Basic (compression: 1/12) / 0.7 MB / frame Small: 1600 x 1200 Super Fine / 1.3 MB / frame 1600 x 1200 Fine (compression: 1/4) / 0.8 MB / frame 1600 x 1200 Normal (compression: 1/8) / 0.5 MB / frame 1600 x 1200 Basic (compression: 1/12) / 0.3 MB / frame 1280 x 960 Super Fine / 0.8 MB / frame 1280 x 960 Fine (compression: 1/4) / 0.5 MB / frame 1280 x 960 Normal (compression: 1/8) / 0.3 MB / frame 1280 x 960 Basic (compression: 1/12) / 0.2 MB / frame 1024 x 768 Super Fine / 0.5 MB / frame 1024 x 768 Fine (compression: 1/4) / 0.4 MB / frame 1024 x 768 Normal (compression: 1/8) / 0.2 MB / frame 1024 x 768 Basic (compression: 1/12) / 0.1 MB / frame 640 x 480 Super Fine / 0.2 MB / frame 640 x 480 Fine (compression: 1/4) / 0.2 MB / frame 640 x 480 Normal (compression: 1/8) / 0.1 MB / frame 640 x 480 Basic (compression: 1/12) / 0.1 MB / frame
Auto Focus	TTL phase difference detection system, contrast detection system (with 25mm 1:2.8, 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6, 40-150mm 1:4.0-5.6, 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6, 14-54mm 1:2.8-3.5 II) 11 points / fully biaxial, automatic and manual selection -2 - 19 EV (ISO 100)
AF fine adjust	+/- 20 steps (settings for up to 20 lenses can be registered)
Focus Modes	Focus tracking: Available in continuous AF mode Manual focus: Available by rotating focus ring, available for setting manual focus operation in AF mode (customised) Single AF Single AF + MF Continuous AF Continuous AF + MF
Image Stabilizer	Type: Sensor shift Modes: Two-dimensional or one-dimensional activation Effective Compensation Range: Up to 5 EV steps
Metering	TTL open aperture light metering 49 zones Multi-pattern Sensing System 1 - 20 EV (50mm, 1:2, ISO 100)
Metering Modes	ESP light metering Spot metering Centre weighted metering Highlight Shadow
Exposure Control	Programme automatic Aperture priority Shutter priority Manual
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 EV / 1, 1/2, 1/3 steps
Exposure bracketing	3 / 5 frames / +/- 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1 EV steps
Sensitivity	Auto: ISO 200 - 3200 (customizable, default ISO 200 - 800) Manual: ISO 100 - 3200 in 1/3 or 1 EV ISO steps
Shutter	Computerised focal-plane shutter Soft Touch Electromagnetic Self timer: 12 s / 2 s Anti Shock: Release delay 1 - 30 s Speed range: 1/8000 - 60 s (in 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV steps) Bulb mode: Up to 30 minutes (selectable longest time in the menu, default: 8 minutes
White ballance	AUTO WB system: Hybrid detection system with High-speed Live MOS sensor and dedicated external sensor Overcast Shade Tungsten Sunlight Flourescent 1 Flourescent 2 Flourescent 3 Custom WB: 1 setting can be registered at Kelvin temperature (2000K - 14000K)
WB bracketing	3 frames +/- 2, 4, 6 mired steps
WB shift	+/- 7 in each A-B / G-M axis (in Auto WB, preset WB mode & one-touch WB)
Custom image parameters	Sharpness + Contrast: 5 levels Saturation: 5 levels Contrast: 5 levels Black & White filter: Yellow, Orange, Red, Green Black & White toning: Yellow, Orange, Red, Green in Black & White and Sepia mode.
Color space	sRGB / AdobeRGB
Viewfinder	Eye-level single-lens view finder Field of view: Approx. 98 % Magnification: Approx. 1.02 x Depth of field preview: Preview button Eye point: 24.2 mm at -1 dioptres from eyepiece lens Diopter adjustment: -3.0 - +1.0 diopter Focusing screen: nterchangeable by service (Neo Lumi-Micron Mat Screen)
Mirror	Quick return mirror
LCD monitor	HyperCrystal II LCD 6.9 cm / 2.7 '' 230000 dots Brightness adjustment: 15 levels
LCD Live view	100% field of view exposure adjustment preview white balance adjustment preview gradation auto preview face detection preview perfect shot preview gridline displayable 5x/7x/10x magnification possible
Languages	languages in camera: English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Czech, Dutch, Danish, Polish languages by download: Additional one language from 15 further languages by download via the internet.
Playback modes	Index: 4, 9, 16, 25, 49, 100 frames Calendar Zoom: 2 - 14 x Slide show
Playback features	Shooting information: Histogram ( independent luminance / RGB available), Highlight / Shadow point warning, AF frame, Shooting information Histogram in playback mode Light box Rotation
Flash	Guide number: 13 (ISO 100) Flash compensation: +/- 3 EV / 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV steps Bracketing: 3 frames / 1/3, 2/3, 1 EV steps
Connectivity	USB 2.0 High Speed Video out: NTSC or PAL selectable Infrared Synchro socket
Storage	Dual slot for CompactFlash card (Type I and II) Microdrive xD picture card
Power	Battery: BLM-1 Li-Ion battery (included) Sleep mode: 1, 3, 5, 10 min. and off selectable. Finder Shooting: Approx. 750 shots with BLM-1 under CIPA testing standard (with 50% flash light)
Dust reduction	Supersonic Wave Filter
Weight	655 g (body only)
Dimensions	141.5mm (W) x 107.5mm (H) x 75.0mm (D)

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