A 8 megapixel, ultra compact "real" D-SLR for interchangeable Zuiko digital lenses will be introdused in Photokina

Introducing the Olympus E-300 digital SLR camera
The eight million pixel Olympus E-300 digital SLR immediately stands out from the crowd. It's much more lean and unconventional form, for an SLR, is the result of replacing the penta prism with a TTL Optical Porro Finder. Combined with full SLR performance, perfect handling and a very tempting price, this model is the ideal everyday companion for ambitious users. Based on the TIPA Award-winning FourThirds Standard, the Olympus E-300 incorporates a Supersonic Wave Filter that ensures dust and other foreign particles do not interfere with the captured image. So photographers have the full freedom to explore every creative avenue, this compact SLR model is compatible with a complete range of system accessories. The optics feature a nearly telecentric construction to draw maximum performance from the camera's Full Frame Transfer CCD. The TruePic TURBO image processor further boosts picture quality and the processing speed. Compact, powerful, versatile and user-friendly, the Olympus E-300 comes in a kit with a 14-45mm ZUIKO DIGITAL zoom. Complemented with its great affordability, the Olympus E-300 is assured a large following of both newcomers and existing enthusiasts.

 

The Olympus E-300 digital SLR - main features:

- 8.0 million pixels
- Compact design (penta prism replaced by TTL Optical Porro Finder)
- Based on TIPA Award-winning FourThirds Standard and uses high-precision interchangeable lenses with nearly telecentric design
- Supersonic Wave Filter for dust protection
- Full Frame Transfer CCD
- TruePic TURBO image processor
- User-friendly menu plus full manual operation
- Single AF, continuous AF and manual focusing
- Digital ESP, centre-weighted average and spot exposure metering
- Scene programme and scene select programme modes
- Sliding pop-up built-in flash
- Records to CompactFlash cards and Microdrives
- Olympus E-300 Kit includes ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-45mm (28-90mm) lens f3.5-5.6
- Compatible with the complete range of Olympus E-System lenses.
- Compatible with the ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm (80-300mm) lens f3.5-4.5, FL-36 external flash and HLD-3 power battery holder.

Full list of compatible lenses:

- NEW! ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-45mm (28-90mm) f3.5-5.6 (available from November 2004)
- ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-54mm (28-108mm) f2.8-3.5
- NEW! ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm (80-300mm) f3.5-4.5 (available from November 2004)
- ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 50-200mm (100-400mm) f2.8-3.5
- ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 50mm (100mm) f2.0 Macro
- ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 300mm (600mm) f2.8
- ZUIKO DIGITAL 11-22mm (22-44mm) f2.8-3.5
- NEW! ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 150mm (300mm) f2.0 (available from October 2004)
- FL-36 external flash and HLD-3 power battery holder optionally available
- An underwater case will be available from beginning of 2005