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Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 beta initial preview
Adobe has announced the first public beta of Lightroom 4. We've been having a look at what Lightroom 4 has in the way of new and improved features, including better video support, geo-tagging facilities, sharing and soft-proofing options.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 hands-on preview and image samples
If you were a fan of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1, the new GX1 is pitched right at you. The latest Micro Four Thirds compact system camera from Panasonic combines traditional values with some new cutting edge digital camera functionality. We've been using the GX1 and have some initial feedback and sample images for you to download and evaluate.
Olympus Pen VF-3 electronic viewfinder reviewed
The new Olympus VF-3 electronic viewfinder for Olympus Pens and the Olympus XZ-1 compact camera is cheaper, better looking, more compact and better designed than the original VF-2. But is it actually better value? We find out.
InfoTrends US survey: are you interested in Micro Four Thirds?
Four Thirds User has teamed up with the highly respected market research firm, InfoTrends, to survey US-based photographers interested in or owning Micro Four Thirds cameras. If you take part in the survey you could be rewarded.
DxOMark test results for the Olympus Pen E-P3
Do the new Pens have a new and superior LiveMOS sensor? Well, the answer is sort of yes, and no. Find out why the answer is a bit Jekyll and Hyde.
Micro Four Thirds high ISO noise compared - G1, E-P2, E-P3
Olympus have told me the LiveMOS sensor in the new Pens announced last week is new and delivers improved high ISO performance and dynamic range. We compare the new E-P3 with some earlier Micro Four Thirds cameras in an attempt to verify Olympus' claims.
Shooting wide with the m.Zuiko 12mm f/2.0
Here are some new Olympus Pen E-P3 samples taken using the exciting new 12mm m.Zuiko f/2.0 lens.
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Olympus corporate update and new DSLRs?
Who will bail out Olympus and what will it mean for the beleaguered camera division. And if you can ignore all that, what is the prospect for another Olympus Four Thirds DSLR?
ASTRODESIGN, Kenko Tokina and Tamron join the Micro Four Thirds System
Olympus Imaging Corp. and Panasonic Corporation jointly announced the Micro Four Thirds System standard in 2008 and have since been working together to promote the standard.
Olympus avoids stock market delisting
Olympus has officially been reprieved from being delisted from the Tokyo stock market in the light of the financial scandal that broke last October.
Panasonic Announces the Firmware Update Program
Panasonic announces the new firmware update program for the digital interchangeable lens system camera DMC-GX1 and LUMIX G VARIO 100-300mm / F4.0-5.6 / MEGA O.I.S. (H-FS100300) of LUMIX G Micro System. The firmware will be released to enhance the performance and usability in its control.
Sigma Corporation announce the new Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM
Telephoto macro lens with a fast aperture and Optical Stabilisation.
Sigma announce the new Sigma 30mm F2.8 EX DN.
This high-performance standard lens is designed exclusively for mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras and has the equivalent angle of view as a 60mm lens (35mm equivalent focal length) on the Micro Four Thirds systems and 45mm (35mm equivalent focal length) on the E-mount system.
Sigma announce the new Sigma 19mm F2.8 EX DN
This high-performance wide angle lens is designed exclusively for mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras and has the equivalent angle of view as a 38mm (35mm equivalent focal length) on the Micro Four Thirds systems and 28.5mm (35mm equivalent focal length) on the E-mount system.
Four conversion lenses for Panasonic Lumix G-series lenses
Panasonic today announces four new conversion lenses that are compatible with the H-PS14042 (LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 14-42mm/F3.5-5.6 ASPH./POWER O.I.S.) and H-H014* (LUMIX G 14mm / F2.5 ASPH.) Panasonic Micro Four Thirds lenses
Woodford abandons plans to return to Olympus
Ousted Olympus President and CEO gives up his hope to lead Olympus once more and instead is to sue for unfair dismissal.
Crunch time for former president and CEO's plan to return as Olympus' saviour
We will probably find out tomorrow (Friday) if ousted President and CEO of Olympus, Michael Woodford, is able to continue his fight to return to the helm of the company in which he blew the whistle on a near $2 billion financial scandal.
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Competition
(UPDATE) Olympus E-System fans, this competition is for you!
Highlights
Olympus E-P3 image samples to download
Hands-on preview of the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3
Clarification of AA battery use with E-3 HLD-4 grip
Comparing the Digital Zuiko 50-200 old and new
