OLYMPUS µ 1040

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Olympus launches the Stylus / µ 1040, uniting powerful features in a completely redesigned super-slim metal body. Measuring a depth of just 16.5mm at its thin end, it combines a precision 3X zoom (38-114mm*) with features such as Advanced Face Detection Shadow Adjustment Technology. A 6.9cm / 2.7-inch LCD helps you frame and review your shots. In addition to its internal memory, photos can be stored on xD-Picture or - thanks to an xD adapter - on microSD cards.



Uniting powerful features in a completely redesigned super-slim metal body, the Olympus µ 1040 is an extremely elegant performer. Measuring in at a depth of just 16.5mm at its thin end, it combines a precision 3X zoom (38-114mm*) with such cutting -edge features as Advanced Face Detection and Shadow Adjustment Technology. Further more, the new Intelligent Auto mode can detect the five most commonly-used scenes and then automatically adjust camera settings including focus and exposure. A large (6.9cm/2.7") HyperCrystal LCD helps users frame and review their shots. In addition to the camera's internal memory, photos can be stored on xD-Picture Card or thanks to a bundled attachment - microSD-Card .

The Olympus µ 1040 represents a new generation of style. Its sleek, thin metal body really, makes a statement and comes in a dazzling array of colours. These include Starry Sliver, Midnight Black, Magma Red and Melon Yellow, with a sliding lens cover that enhances the µ 1040's sreamlined appearance. Rather than being cluttered wuth many buttons, a flat control panel serves to access most functions. This ensures easy navigations while simultaneously getting the hearts of minimal design enthusiasts racing.

The innovations incorporated in the Olympus µ 1040 make caputring picture-perfect images a breeze. New is the Intelligent Auto Mode. It identifies the most commonly- used scenes and then applies the settings to subsequent photos. Advanced Face Detection Technology lets upto 16 faces be recognised by the camera. Matched with Shadow Adjustment Technology, which cleverly optimises shadowy areas in picture, you can be sure that your human subjects are always caught in the right light.

With the Olympus µ 1040, you are in control. Perfect Shot Preview lets adjustments to the image be shown on the LCD in real time. This makes it easy to choose the right settings to achieve the best effects. In cases where further assistance might be required, the in-camera help guide puts solutions at your fingertips. Users also have a choice of upto 39 languages for the camera menu. In addition to internal memory, pictures can be stored to xD-Picture Card, or - thanks to a bundled attachment - to microSD Card. And to ensure easy handlings of photos on a computer, the multifacted Olympus Master Software is also included.

FEATURES:

• 10.0 Mega-pixels camera .



• 3X optical zoom (38-114mm*) in super slim metal body just 16.5mm.



• Intelligent Auto mode detects the five most commonly used scenes and adjusts settings, focus and exposure automatically.



• 2.7"/6.9cm HyperCrystal LCD Monitor.



• Digital Image Stabilisation for less blur even in low light.
  


• In camera help guide.



• Key backlight button.



• In camera Panorama.



• xD-Picture Card and microSD Card compatible.



• True Pic III image processor for faster image handling and higher image quality.