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Olympus Announces Mju (µ) -mini DIGITAL
Olympus UK Press Release 03/09/2004 3.00pm CET
Dressed to impress
The Olympus Mju (µ) - mini DIGITAL - Small and perfectly formed
The Mju (µ) -mini DIGITAL from Olympus is a real showstopper. With a futuristic design and smooth contours, it is true to the Mju philosophy, by creating a perfect balance between design and technology. Its four million pixels deliver stunning picture quality, whilst a weather-proof* metal body is available in a choice of six striking colours (Silver, Pure White, Black, Crystal Blue, Velvet Red and Copper Orange), so you can select the one most in tune with your personality.
The Mju1 (µ) -mini DIGITAL from Olympus is planned for release in October 2004, priced £249.99 inc. VAT. It will be supplied with the new Olympus Master 1.0 software, and incorporates a range of features:
- 4.0 million pixels
- 2x optical zoom
- A 1.8 inch, high-contrast LCD to deliver bright, vivid colours and wide viewing angles even in bright sunlight
- The TruePic TURBO image processor boosts picture quality and processing speed
- The camera includes a movie recording function with sound
- Still image editing functions include new fish-eye and soft focus modes
Stunning design
The Mju (µ) -mini DIGITAL looks anything but ordinary. Creating this look required some fresh thinking. An innovative manufacturing process means the camera body is made from just a single sheet of metal. This ensures sleek, fluid lines and an exquisite finish.
Preserving the Mju (µ) -mini DIGITAL’s clean lines meant giving special attention to the lens barrier, which retracts into the body of the camera when switched on. This enables the zoom lens to extend effortlessly, whilst making the Mju (µ) - mini DIGITAL’s distinctive “full-flat” design possible.
Better image quality
The Mju (µ) - mini DIGITAL’s performance is just as impressive as its revolutionary appearance. The camera packs in four million pixels and features the Olympus TruePic TURBO image processor, which enhances picture quality while increasing image recording and display speed. In addition, the zoom lens incorporates three aspherical lens elements to strike a perfect balance between compact lens size and high-resolution.
The camera also makes it easier to review pictures. A new 1.8 inch, 134,000 pixel, wide-angle display boasts three times the contrast of conventional LCD screens and shows sharper, brighter, more vivid images. Vertical and horizontal viewing angles of 160° ensure that everyone has a clear view, even in bright sunlight.
Easy-to-use features
The Mju (µ) -mini DIGITAL makes it easy for users to get creative. Unique functions like the new fish-eye and soft focus modes enable image editing without a personal computer. Meanwhile, movie recording is only limited by the memory card capacity (over 20 minutes may be saved on a 512MB xD-Picture Card in High Quality mode).
Users can also get creative about where they take pictures. The optionally available protection case allows users to retain complete control of all the photo functions, while being water resistant up to a pressure equivalent of three metres depth this means that action shots in sea or snow are not a problem.
The Olympus Mju (µ) -mini Digital – main features:
- Revolutionary design
- Six body colour variations (Jewellery Silver, Pure White, Cosmic Black, Crystal Blue, Velvet Red and Copper Orange)
- Weather-proof* metal body
- 4.0 million pixels
- 2x optical zoom (equiv. 35 – 70mm on 35mm camera), f3.5-4.9
- 1.8 inch high-contrast LCD (134,000 pixels) with 160° viewing angles on both the vertical and horizontal axis
- TruePic TURBO image processor
- Still image editing functions including new fish-eye and soft focus modes
- Movie recording function with sound
- PictBridge support
* weather-proof equivalent to the IEC standard publication 529 IPX4
For more information and where to buy Olympus products please go to http://www.olympus.co.uk or call free on 0800 072 0070
Specifications - µ -mini DIGITAL
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Model | µ -mini DIGITAL | ||
Type | Digital camera with 4.5cm/1.8 inch high contrast, wide view angle, sunshine LCD monitor. | ||
Image sensor | |||
Image sensor | 1/2.5 inch CCD with 4.23 million pixels. | ||
Effective pixel number | 4.0
million pixels. (The actual number of pixels used in image | ||
Filter array | Primary colour filter (RGB). | ||
Media | |||
Storage media type | Removable xD-Picture Card (16, 32, 64, 128, 256 and 512MB). | ||
Lens | |||
Optical zoom | 2x. | ||
Structure | 5 lenses in 3 groups, 3 aspherical lenses. | ||
Focal length | 5.8 – 11.6mm (equivalent to 35 – 70mm lens in 35mm format). | ||
Maximum aperture | f3.5 (wide) / f4.9 (tele). | ||
Digital zoom | 1x – 4x (8x seamless zoom when combined with optical zoom). | ||
LCD monitor | 1.8 inch sunshine colour TFT LCD monitor with 134,000 pixels offering high contrast and wide view angle. | ||
Focusing | |||
System | TTL autofocus with contrast detection. | ||
Mode | Auto | iESP autofocus, spot autofocus, AF lock. | |
Working range | Standard mode | 0.5m – infinity. | |
Macro mode | 0.2m – infinity. | ||
Super Macro mode | From as close as 8cm, shooting size 44.3 x 33.2mm. | ||
Light metering | |||
Mode | Digital
ESP metering, | ||
Exposure | |||
Exposure control | Programme AE. | ||
Scene programmes (Portrait, Night Scene, Self Portrait, Self Portrait and Self Timer, Beach and Snow, Cuisine, Indoor, Landscape, Landscape with Portrait, Behind Glass, Candle, Sunset, Fireworks). | |||
Shutter speed | 1/2 – 1/1000 sec (night scene 4 sec). | ||
Sensitivity | |||
Auto | ISO 64 – 400 (500 for indoor shoot). | ||
White balance | |||
Mode | Auto | Full-auto TTL ESP. | |
Pre-set | Tungsten, overcast, sunlight, fluorescent light. | ||
Flash | |||
Built-in flash | Modes | Auto
(automatic activation in low and backlight), red-eye reduction, | |
Working range | 0.2 to 2.0m (tele ) / 2.8m (wide). | ||
Recycle time | Approx. 6 sec. | ||
Guide Number | 5.4. | ||
Sequence shooting | Approx. 1.3 frames per second up to 7 images in SHQ mode. | ||
Processing | |||
Image processing | TruePic TURBO, pixel mapping, noise reduction. | ||
Function shooting | 2 in 1 function, panorama function. | ||
Editing | |||
Still image edit | Re-size, rotation, black & white, sepia, fisheye, softfocus. | ||
Motion picture edit | Index. | ||
Recording system | |||
Still image | JPEG (DCF: “Design rule for Camera File system”), Exif 2.2 support, DPS, Print Image Matching II support, DPOF support. | ||
Motion picture | QuickTime Motion JPEG®* with sound. | ||
Voice recording | WAVE format. | ||
Number of storable frames (approx., with 16MB xD-picture Card) | |||
Still picture mode | 2,272 x 1,704 | SHQ: 5 | |
2,272 x 1,704 | HQ: 16 | ||
2,048 x 1,536 | SQ1: 20 | ||
1,600 x 1,200 | SQ2: 24 | ||
1,280 x 960 | SQ2: 38 | ||
1,024 x 768 | SQ2: 58 | ||
640 x 480 | SQ2: 90 | ||
Motion picture mode | Up to memory card capacity (15 frames/sec.)
With 16 MB xD-Picture Card this is approx.
41 sec. in HQ (320 x 240 pixels)
150 sec. in SQ (160 x 120 pixels). | ||
Power supply | |||
Rechargeable battery | Rechargeable lithium-ion battery LI-30B. | ||
AC Adapter | Optional AC adapter: D-7AC connected via battery coupler. | ||
Interface | DC
input terminal via battery coupler, | ||
Other features | |||
DPOF setting | Date. | ||
Direct printing (DPS) | PictBridge support allows direct printing with compatible printers. | ||
Multilingual menu | English / French / German / Spanish. Additional languages can be downloaded through OLYMPUS Master software. | ||
Weatherproof body | Camera is not damaged by water spray from any direction. | ||
Self-timer | Yes. | ||
Date/time/calendar system | Up to year 2099. | ||
Size | |||
Dimensions | 95 x 55.5 x 27.5mm. | ||
Weight | 115g. | ||
Box contents | Strap, 16 MB xD-Picture Card, combined USB and audio/video cable, rechargeable battery, charger, OLYMPUS Master 1.0. | ||
Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
* QuickTime Motion JPEG is a registered trademark of Apple Computer.
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#1 James
Finally, a manufacturer demonstrates some innovation in camera design. We need more of this, and not only for the low-end models.
1:57 pm - Friday, September 3, 2004
#2 Galatas
I like the look of this. Have reservations about any camera using a dedicated battery though. Anyone any idea of typical number of shots per charge ?
1:44 pm - Friday, October 29, 2004
#3 Mark Goldstein
Both of my digital cameras use dedicated batteries - I wouldn't worry too much about this - just buy a couple of spares.
9:40 am - Monday, November 1, 2004