Tech Shout!

Today, Olympus has launched four new FE-series point-and-shoot digital cameras. The FE-210, FE-230, FE-240 and FE-250 all incorporate a 2.5-inch LCD, integrated help guides, preset shooting modes and digital image stabilization. Bright Capture is also available for the first time in select FE-series cameras.

“The Olympus FE-series cameras offer the ultimate value by combining great features and ease-of-use functionality in an ultra-slim design,” said Naoki Tai, product manager, Olympus Imaging America Inc. “First-time digital camera users will enjoy using learn-as-you-go Help Guides and Digital Image Stabilization to capture superior images.”

Each camera offers its own unique features.

Main features of Olympus FE-210:

7.1 Megapixels

‘One button, one function’ design principle

3x optical zoom (equiv. to 38-114mm on a 35mm model), 1:3.1-5.9

6.4cm/2.5” LCD

15 scene modes (Indoor, Fireworks, Self Portrait)

Internal memory plus xD-Picture Card slot

Movie recording up to card capacity

Comes with 2 AA batteries

Supplied with Olympus Master Software

Multi-language menu with 25 languages

Main features of Olympus FE-230:

7.1 Megapixels in a stainless metal body

Only 16.5mm thin

3x optical zoom (equiv. to 38-114mm on a 35mm model), 1:3.1-5.9

6.4cm/2.5” LCD

Super Macro mode from 5cm

“One button, one function” design principle

18 scene modes (including Underwater Wide and Macro)

High ISO Setting mode (ISO 1250)

Internal memory plus xD-Picture Card slot

Movie recording with sound up to card capacity

TruePic TURBO

Supplied with Olympus Master software + LI-42B lithium ion battery

Multi-language menu with 25 languages

Underwater case (40m) PT-038 optionally available

Main features of Olympus FE-240:

7.1 Megapixels in a stylish metal body available in silver or black

5x optical zoom (equiv. to 38-190mm on a 35mm model), 1:3.3-5.0

6.4cm/2.5” LCD

‘One button, one function’ design principle

Super Macro mode from 3cm

TruePic TURBO

15 scene modes (e.g. Cuisine, Fireworks, Self Portrait)

High ISO Setting mode (ISO 1000)

Internal memory plus xD-Picture Card slot

Movie recording with sound up to card capacity

Supplied with Olympus Master software + LI-42B lithium ion battery

Multi-language menu with 25 languages

Main features of The Olympus FE-250:

8.0 Megapixel CCD in a stylish metal body

3x optical zoom (equiv. to 35-105mm on a 35mm model), 1:2.8-4.7

6.4cm/2.5” LCD (with 230,000 pixels)

BrightCapture Technology

High ISO setting mode (up to ISO 3200 with full 8.0 Megapixels)

ISO 6400 and 10,000 in 3MP mode

‘One button, one function’ design principle

Super Macro mode from 10cm

TruePic TURBO

15 scene modes (e.g. Candle, Indoor or Sport)

Internal memory plus xD-Picture Card slot

Movie recording with sound up to card capacity

Supplied with Olympus Master software + LI-42B lithium ion battery

Multi-language menu with 25 languages

The FE-210, FE-230, FE-240 and FE-250 will be available in February 2007 at the following price points:
FE-210 Estimated Street Price: $149.99 (U.S.)
FE-230 Estimated Street Price: $199.99 (U.S.)
FE-240 Estimated Street Price: $249.99 (U.S.)
FE-250 Estimated Street Price: $299.99 (U.S.)