Olympus µTOUGH-8010 Compact Digital Camera Feature A Waterproof

Olympus Imaging Corporation (President: Masaharu Okubo) is pleased to announce the µTOUGH-8010 compact digital camera that incorporates all of our most powerful "toughness" features. Waterproofto a depth of 10 metres, shockproof against falls from as high as 2 metres, and freezeproof at temperatures as low as -10°C. In addition, the forces applied to the surface of the body were thoroughly analyzed to achieve a resistance to loads up to 100kgf. This camera boasts a stylish design, outstanding imaging performance. Release is scheduled end of February 2010.Main Features :
1. No.1 for toughness! with its new "Double waterproofing","5x wide zoom", "DUAL IS" & "HyperCrystal III for Tough Series" LCD
2. HD movie (MPEG-4 AVC / H.264) recording on SD/SDHC card
3. Large-capacity 2 GB built-in memory with photo-surfing capability using new [ib] PC software

Olympus's µTOUGH Series of compact digital cameras feature a waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof design that assures reliable, high-quality shooting under conditions that ordinary cameras would be unable to endure, such as underwater or in cold winter conditions. From the tranquil to the turbulent, whatever the conditions, whatever the situation, this camera assures great results, giving users the opportunity to expand their enjoyment of photography.

The new µTOUGH-8010 inherits the proven super-tough structure of its predecessor — it's waterproof to a depth of 10 metres, dustproof to keep out sand and dirt, shockproof against drop impacts from as high as 2 metres, freezeproof at temperatures as low as -10°C and crushproof loads up to 100kgf. But behind its tough exterior, this new digital camera is surprisingly sophisticated, now offering the outstanding imaging power of a 14-megapixel CCD as well as powerful 5x zoom and high performance "DUAL IS".

Double waterproofing construction
Double-lock mechanism to prevent the battery cover from opening accidentally coupled with the use of double-sealing to further improve waterproofing provides even greater reliability and trustworthiness.

HD movie (MPEG-4 AVC / H.264) recording
Extended HDTV (1280 x 720 pixels) movie recording is possible thanks to the advanced MPEG-4 AVC / H.264 movie compression format. Compatible with the SD/SDHC memory card, movie recording can be started and stopped at the touch of a button.

Photo-surfing
Made possible by the incorporation of a 2 GB memory, photo-surfing allows you to download favorite pictures from your PC back to your camera, search desired pictures according to recording information such as "date", "i-AUTO" and "scene mode", and view them on the camera. It's just like the camera version of netsurfing. With the provided [ib] software, users can create image collections based on various criteria such as who is in the picture or where it was shot.

Other Features :
- Shadow Adjustment Technology that detects faces of subjects and optimizes focus and exposure accordingly
- Magic Filter effects for creative imaging and Beauty Mode to touch up human faces for more attractive results
- Scene Modes for one-touch shooting adjustment in difficult environments as well as in standard conditions
- HDMI output control for operations including picture selection and frame-by-frame advancement using a TV's remote control
- Face Detection AF with which the camera detects and focuses on human faces automatically
- iAUTO function that analyzes the current composition and optimizes camera settings automatically
- In-body panorama composition function that lets you shoot a panorama picture by simply panning the camera as guided
- USB battery charging enables the camera battery to be recharged from a PC while automatically storing and organizing recorded data in the PC
- AF Tracking to keep a moving subject in focus by tracking it automatically
- Compatible media: SD/SDHC memory card
- Lens barrier: Only Olympus gives you a Tough camera with a retracting metal barrier.
- Double-lock mechanism: New Sliding lock secures a lid not to open easily.
- Monometer
- MACRO LED
- Underwater scene modes
- TAP CONTROL

Source : Olympus Imaging Corporation

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