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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.
Some hints and tips for photographing fireworks
Fireworks season is coming up soon here in the UK, so here is an updated article to help you get the best out of your camera at fireworks displays, including a gallery of 28 sample images, taken mainly using Olympus E-System cameras.
Olympus E-P2 hands-on preview
Read our preview of the new Olympus Pen E-P2 based on our hands-on examination of a pre-release sample, which reveals an exciting new high resolution electronic viewfinder and a host of other developments, plus news of forthcoming new m.Zuiko lenses.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 hands on preview
Panasonic today launches its third Micro Four Thirds system camera, the Lumix DMC-G1. We have been evaluating the GF1 over the last few weeks and have lots of product images and analysis to share with you. Two new lenses have also been revealed.
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Olympus Pen E-PL1 press release and full specifications
We have the full Olympus Pen E-PL1 press release, plus detailed specifications.
Panasonic commits to UK Focus on Imaging Show
Panasonic UK is to exhibit at the Focus on Imaging Show for the first time and will serve, among other things, as a showcase for the Panasonic Lumix G Micro series of Micro Four Thirds cameras and lenses.
Olympus E-P1 version 1.2 firmware update
A minor firmware update has been released by Olympus for the Pen E-P1, modifying the way manual focus assist works, and the way REC VIEW works when the LCD screen back light is switched off.
Samyang announces new lenses with 4/3 mount
Samyang company has announced that new lenses: Samyang 8 mm f/3.5 fish-eye and Samyang 85 mm f/1.4 with a mount for Olympus 4/3, have been released to the market.
Panasonic announce DMC-GH1 available as Body Only
Panasonic is pleased to announce that its award winning DMC-GH1 interchangeable lens camera will be available to purchase as body only – offering Micro Four Thirds Lens owners a cost effective solution to using the DMC-GH1
Olympus Pen E-P1 Kevin Spacey competition prizes up for grabs
Find out what Kevin Spacey thinks about his Olympus E-P1 camera plus about living and working in London and you could win tickets to a play at The Old Vic and a stunning limited edition coffee table photography book by Bailey, Newton or another photography legend selected by 125 Magazine.
Olympus Master software update
Olympus Master has been updated to version 2.3, and is now compatible with the new Olympus Pen E-P2, Windows 7, and the Mac OS Snow Leopard.
Olympus announces Flash Offer when E-P1 purchased
For a limited time only, purchase the E-P1, European Camera of the Year, and receive an FL-14 flash for free. The stylish metal flash suits the camera’s retro look and will let you expand your creative options no matter what the light conditions.
DxO Labs announce New DxO Optics Pro v6.1 for Windows
For this new release, DxO Labs fixed several bugs and also made some improvements to the user interface, based on customer feedback and suggestions
Panasonic updates firmwares for DMC-GF1 and Lumix G lenses to enhance movie recording capability
Panasonic has released firmware updates for all its Lumix-branded Micro Four Thirds lenses, and the DMC-GF1 body. The lens updates improve movie mode functionality, while the GF1 gets improvements to white balance and high ISO shooting modes.
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Highlights
Panasonic Lumix Micro Four Thirds DMC-G1 baby previewed
Four Thirds sensor resolutions tested
Clarification of AA battery use with E-3 HLD-4 grip
Comparing the Digital Zuiko 50-200 old and new
