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Panasonic Lumix G2 touch screen quick demo
My Panasonic Lumix G2 and G10 preview article from Monday last Sunday included a short video clip showing the G2's touch-screen in action, but it was very much a simple grab video. Here is an improved video.
Panasonic unveils its new G2 and G10 models early
Panasonic has just launched two new Micro Four Thirds hybrid mirror-less interchageable lens cameras, the DMC-G2, and DMC-G10. Features to look forward to include touch-screen control and better affordability. Read all about it in our hands-on preview.
Exclusive look at Olympus Micro Four Thirds 9-18mm super wide zoom lens
We've had a close look at a pre-production sample of the Olympus m.Zuiko 9-18mm f/4-5.6 ultra wide zoom for Micro Four Thirds. Check out our exclusive pictures comparing the m.Zuiko 9-18 with its Four Thirds sibling.
Fully illustrated hands-on Olympus E-PL1 preview
Olympus has announced its third Micro Four Thirds camera, retaining the 'Pen' brand, it's called the E-PL1 and will be the most affordable of the new Pen range yet.
Gallery of official Olympus E-PL1 product images
As Olympus kindly provided lots of pretty pictures of variations of the new Pen E-PL1, we decided to put them all into an image gallery for your perusal.
DxOMark suggest Four Thirds sensor technology has made a big leap in performance
Respected experts at DxOMark.com say the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Micro Four Thirds camera heralds a major jump in LiveMOS sensor performance. We examine why this could be great news for Four Thirds as a whole.
Introducing DxO Optics Pro
DxO Optics Pro 6, a powerful and unique RAW file convesion package, now supports Olympus E-System cameras. Here is a short introduction to a remarkable software package from a software company based in Paris, France.
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Panasonic announces the new standard zoom interchangeable lens for LUMIX G Micro System
The new LUMIX G VARIO 14-42mm / F3.5-5.6 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S. lens offers a versatile zoom range of 14-42mm (35mm camera equivalent: 28-84mm) suitable for a wide range of scenes from dynamic landscape to portrait.
Panasonic announces the new DMC-G10
The new DMC-G10 is newly released as a sister model of the touch-operation DMC-G2, with both models boasting high image quality and ease of use.
Panasonic announce The DMC-G2
With a feature set to be proud of – including a 12.1 megapixel Live MOS sensor, the new Venus Engine HD II processor, double Live-View function, AVCHS Lite high definition movie recording, popular My Colour Mode and iA (Intelligent Auto) mode – to name but a few, the DMC-G2 offers revolutionary shooting ease and comfort.
Panasonic unveils its new G2 and G10 models early
Panasonic has just launched two new Micro Four Thirds hybrid mirror-less interchageable lens cameras, the DMC-G2, and DMC-G10. Features to look forward to include touch-screen control and better affordability. Read all about it in our hands-on preview.
Version 1.3 firmware released for the Olympus Pen E-P1
A firmware update has been release to fix a problem with the Olympus Pen E-P1 digital level facility that occurs when the camera is used in manual focus mode.
Apple Aperture 3.01 announced - includes support for more Micro Four Thirds cameras
Here are details of a large batch of improvements and fixes that comprises Apple Aperture 3.01. Of interest to FTU readers is the inclusion of Olympus Pen E-P1/2, and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 RAW file compatibility.
E-620 and E-450 added to DxOMark RAW file database
DxOMark test data on RAW file performance by the Olympus E-620 and E-450 DSLR models is now available.
PMA storm in a teacup?
An interview with an Olympus product manager at this week's PMA 2010 trade show produced a storm in a teacup according to FTU's editor, Ian Burley.
Nissin announces Nissin Di466 (For Four Thirds 4/3 Cameras)
This new Di466 is designed for Four Thirds system SLR cameras with a classic chic look and high performances. This is the best choice for fashion-conscious photographers.
Olympus announces PT-EP01 Underwater Case
The new housing enables truly high-quality underwater photography with compact camera ease, and is scheduled to go on sale on March 5, 2010.

