OLYMPUS CAMEDIA C-5000 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA PREVIEW PAGE AUGUST 29, 2003 Olympus is announcing today a new more affordable 5 megapixel CCD, 3X optical zoom lens (38mm - 114mm equivalent, f2.8/f4.8 - f8.0) digital camera called the Camedia C-5000 Zoom at an expected street price of $499, as well as two new Dye Sublimation Photo Printers, the 8 by 10 inch producing P-440 also selling at a street price of $499, and the 4 by 6 inch producing P-10 which will sell in the US at an estimated street price of $199. All three new photo products will become available in October, 2003.
The new C-5000 Zoom digital camera is the successor to last year's C-4000 and offers improvements including a 5.0 megapixel CCD instead of 4.0 megapixels, a 20% reduction in the size of the camera body, and a hot shoe for added flash capability which includes compatibility with the recent Olympus FL-50 or FL-20 Flash units for External TTL Flash. The camera features full manual controls, noise reduction for long exposures, a programmable "Custom Button" which allows users to assign one button for Auto Exposure, variable Drive settings, different ISO settings, and remote control operation, a dedicated "Quick View" instant play back button, a "sleep" function for variable idle times, manual shutter speeds from 16 to 1/1000 of a second, 4X digital zoom, as well as 6 Automatic Scene Program modes and has a new Unique for Olympus smaller, light weight silver colored body. The camera has USB Auto-Connect for easier PC connectivity. The camera will ship with a new Lithium-Ion battery and charger and will be able to work with a wide range of other Olympus accessories such as lenses and filters. The C-5000 will also be supplied with a 32MB xD-Picture Card, the USB Computer Connection Cable, Video Cable, Carrying Strap / Lens Cap, a nice RM-2 Wireless Remote Control, QuickStart Guide and Printed Basic Manual, and Limited Warranty Card. The CD ROM which is included contains CAMEDIA Master Editing software, Drivers for Windows 98SE, and User "Reference" manual.
OLYMPUS UNVEILS C-5000 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA WITH INTELLIGENT DESIGN
5.0 Megapixel Camera Brings Increased Functionality and New Look to the Compact Digital Camera CategoryMelville, NY, August 29, 2003 - Olympus America introduces the C-5000 Zoom digital camera with an innovative, bold design offering advanced functionality, 5.0 Megapixels, and a world-class Olympus 3x Optical Zoom lens (38mm - 114mm equivalent, f2.8/f4.8 - f8.0), for outstanding picture quality. This camera is the ideal photographic tool for digital enthusiasts looking for a compact, stylish camera with enough functionality to match their growing skills. With a unique ergonomic design, and a hot shoe for more flash options, the C-5000 Zoom provides great value in a compact form.
"The C-5000 Zoom is the successor to the best-selling camera in it's class during the 2002 holiday season, the C-4000 Zoom," said T. J. Dickson, Product Manager of Digital, Olympus America Inc. "The C-5000 Zoom has significant enhancements such as a 5.0 Megapixel CCD sensor for producing images of great size and clarity, a body that's more than 20% smaller, and a hot shoe for adding more flash capability - something new for a camera of this caliber."
Innovative
The essence of the C-5000 Zoom is its versatility. With a hot shoe for adding an optional Olympus FL-50 or FL-20 Flash, an included Lithium-Ion battery and charger, and a wide range of other optional accessories such as an assortment of lenses, it is the perfect choice for the photographer who wants a complete camera system at a price that won't break the bank. Developing photographers will appreciate the ease of use provided by Automatic and Scene Program modes, while the C-5000 Zoom's full manual control offers advanced photographers a highly precise photographic tool.Stylish
The newest addition to the Olympus C-Series, the C-5000 Zoom has a striking look unlike any previous Olympus digital camera. Both elegant and ergonomically designed, its smooth, contoured body with an attractive silver finish is comfortable, lightweight and easy to work with, even during extensive shooting sessions.Intelligent
Olympus photos are known worldwide for their exceptionally vibrant, sharp and super-realistic photo image quality. This quality comes from the latest optical technologies such as the C-5000 Zoom's precision Olympus all-glass 38mm - 114mm equivalent lens, which is matched to a 5.0 Megapixel CCD. The C-5000Z's Noise Reduction mode facilitates noise-free photos during long exposures. All together, these features allow users to produce consistently crisp, high-quality prints up to 11" x 14".Approachable
The C-5000 Zoom is extremely easy to use. Standard Program Auto mode allows photographers to take flawless pictures in typical situations using basic point-and-shoot techniques. Users can easily access six different Scene Program Modes with the mode dial, including settings for Landscape, Portrait, Night Scene and Sports photography. The "My Mode" feature allows users to create a separate user-customizable setting for even more creative options when shooting under specific conditions. The menu also features three shortcut buttons that save menu navigation time by letting the user assign the most frequently used menu categories to these three buttons.The programmable "Custom Button" allows users to assign one button on the back of the camera for Auto Exposure Lock, variable Drive settings, different ISO ratings, and remote control operation. The Custom Button allows users to have immediate access to these specialized functions.
A dedicated "Quick View" button on the back of the camera allows users to instantly review their photographs, and then quickly return to shooting by pressing the shutter button. It is also possible to configure the camera to "sleep" after a set period of non-operation time. This helps to prolong the camera's battery life.
For easy, software-free photo downloads, the C-5000 Zoom features Olympus' USB Auto-Connect capabilities so images can be downloaded quickly and easily in all current Mac and Windows operating systems. The supplied CAMEDIA Master Editing software gives photographers all the basics they need to edit, print and share their photos.
Exciting Features for the Most Realistic Digital Images
Experienced photographers will appreciate the C-5000 Zoom manual settings with individual controls for aperture priority, shutter priority, and full manual operation with manual shutter speeds ranging from 16 to 1/1,000 of a second. Other advanced controls include: Selectable AF Point, moveable with the menu navigation arrow pad and Super Macro mode for photographing subjects as close as one inch. An External TTL Flash Terminal is provided for the FL-50 or FL-20 Flash or for syncing to studio strobes. Adjustable White Balance and One Touch White Balance provide maximum shooting versatility.New C-5000 Zoom Key Features:
· 5.0 Megapixel CCD
· 3x Optical Zoom + 4x Digital for total 12x Seamless Zoom
· Built in Hot Shoe flash design
· Ability to add on lenses or filters - Threaded ring built into body around lens (adapter required)
· New Compact Body
· USB Auto-Connect for easy connectivity
· Auto and Manual Controls + 6 Creative Scene Modes
· TruePic™ Technology
· Long Life Lithium-Ion Battery & Charger includedAvailability
The C-5000 Zoom will be available October 2003 for an estimated street price of $499. It comes supplied with a 32MB xD-Picture Card™, Li-10B Li-Ion rechargeable battery and charger, USB Computer Connection Cable, Video Cable, Carrying Strap / Lens Cap, RM-2 Wireless Remote Control, QuickStart Guide and Printed Basic Manual, and Limited Warranty Card. The included CD ROM contains CAMEDIA Master Editing software and User "Reference" manual.U.S. Pricing:
C-5000 Zoom Estimated Street Price: $499.00 (U.S.)
C-5000 Zoom MSRP: $599.95 (U.S.)Canadian Pricing:
C-5000 Zoom Estimated Street Price: $749.95 (Canada)
C-5000 Zoom MSRP: $1,049.00 (Canada)For more information, visit the Olympus Web Site: http://www.olympusamerica.com.
C-5000 Zoom Specifications*
CDD Imager - 5.0MP effective
Lens - Olympus aspherical glass 3x zoom lens 7.8 - 23.4mm (38mm - 114mm equivalent in 35mm photography)
Seamless Digital Zoom - 12X (3x optical and 4x digital combined)
Aperture Range - f2.8/f4.8 - f8.0
Shutter Speeds - 1/1000 sec. - 16 sec.
ISO - Auto, 50 /80 / 160 / 320
Recording Mode(s) - Still image: EXIF 2.2 TIFF (non compressed), EXIF 2.2 JPEG, DCF (design rule for Camera File system), PIM2 (Print Image Matching), Movie mode: QuickTimeR Motion JPEG
Adjustable Resolutions - TIFF:2560x1920, 2272x1704, 2048x1536, 1600x1200, 1280x960, 1024x768, 640x480SHQ JPEG:2560x1920HQ JPEG:2560x1920SQ1 JPEG:2272x1704, 2048x1536, 1600x1200SQ2:1280x960, 1024x768, 640x480, 320 x 240 @15fps QuickTime Motion JPEG 160 x 120 @15fps QuickTime Motion JPEG, DPOF (Digital Print Order Form), Print Reserve, All print reservation, Date/Time
Image Effect Shooting Modes - Sepia, Black and White
Image Edit Effects - Resize (portable file size for E-mail or web), Rotation, Panorama Up to 10 frames stitchable with CAMEDIA Master software when using Olympus brand xD-Picture Card™
Sequence - 1.7 frames per second burst up to 5 frames in HQ mode
Viewfinder - Optical real-image viewfinder with autofocus /backlight mark
LCD - 1.8" low-temperature poly-silicon LCD (approximately 134,000 pixels) used for viewing, reviewing or editing images.
Focusing System - Spot AF (contrast detection), Manual focusing by gauge
Focusing Ranges - Standard AF 19.7" - Infinity (0.5m - Infinity)Macro Mode 7.9" - 19.7"(0.2m-0.5m), Super Macro Mode .1" (4cm)
Exposure Control - Program Auto f2.8 - f8.0, 16 - 1/1,000 sec shutter speed, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, Metering System Digital ESP Multi-Pattern Meter, Spot meter
White Balance System - Full Auto TTL, One-Touch, Pre set Manual (Overcast, Tungsten, Fluorescent & Daylight)
Fine WB Adjustment - 7 (red) +7(blue)
Sharpness Adjustment - +/- 2 steps
Contrast Adjustment - +/- 2 steps
Saturation Adjustment +/- 2 steps
Flash - Built-in Flash, Plus hot shoe for optional FL-20 or FL-50, or sync to studio strobes
Flash Modes - Auto Flash for low and backlight "Red-eye" Reduction Flash Fill-in Flash Slow Shutter Synchronized Flash (first curtain)Slow Shutter Synchronized Flash (second curtain)Slow Shutter Synchronized Flash (first curtain) w/red-eye reductionFlash Off (built-in or external flash)
Flash Working Range Wide: 30" - 12.8' (0.7 m - 3.9 m), Tele: 8" - 7.5' (0.2 m - 2.3 m)
Flash Charging Time - Approximately 7 seconds (at normal temperature with fully charged battery)
Removable Media Card - 3V (3.3V) xD-Picture Card™ (16 - 512MB)32MB card included.
Self-timer/Remote - 12 second delay/2 second delay (RM-2 wireless remote included)
Settings Memorization - Reset or Hold certain camera settings after power on/power off
Outer Connectors - miniB USB connector (Auto-Connect), Video Out, DC input, hot shoe external flash
Auto-Connect USB - Compatible with Windows 98 rev2/ME/2000 Pro/XP; MacOS 8.6-9.01/OSX
Image Playback Index display, up to 4X enlargement, Slide-show, Scene rotation
Operating Environment - Operation: 32 F -104F (0C - 40C) 30-90% HumidityStorage: -4 F - 140F (-20C - 60C) 10-90% Humidity
Power Supply - Main Power Source: Li-10B Li-Ion rechargeable battery and charger included AC Power: D-7AU 4.8 Volt AC adapter (optional)
Date/Time Calendar - Simultaneous recording into image date
Calendar - Automatic up to the year 2099
Size - 4.1" W x 2.9" H x 1.8" D (105mm W x 74mm H x 46mm D)
Weight - 8.5 oz (240 g.) without batteries and xD-Picture CardTM*Specifications and design are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer. All trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective holder.
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