August 25, 2008
The Olympus µ [mju:] 1060: style and muscle with a huge zoom
London, 25 August 2008 – The powerful Olympus µ [mju:] 1060 features a 7x optical zoom (37-260mm*) for spontaneous close-ups of friends, family and more. To ensure that blur in action situations is a thing of the past, this great all-rounder compensates for camera shake with Dual Image Stabilisation. A generous 7.6cm/3.0” HyperCrystal LCD, high-speed shooting (up to 9fps**) plus a number of advanced imaging technologies make this compact a model to desire. The 10 Megapixel µ [mju:] 1060 becomes available September 2008 for an RRP of £259.99.
Experience the freedom of a 7x zoom (37-260mm*) coupled with an extra-large 7.6cm/3.0” HyperCrystal LCD for incredible framing and reviewing ease. All that convenience packed into a sleek and solid metal body in a choice of Starry Silver, Midnight Black or Cyan Green is sure to enhance your shooting pleasure. And with Dual Image Stabilisation it’s easy to keep shots blur-free with an high ISO settings and a mechanical image stabiliser. The µ [mju:] 1060 wasn’t spared the latest in other advanced technologies either. The all-new Intelligent Auto mode detects popular photographic scenes and adjusts manual settings automatically to ensure the perfect shot. On top of this, Advanced Face Detection Technology, Shadow Adjustment Technology and Perfect Shot Preview take care of the imaging “dirty work” – so you don’t have to.
Rounding out this model’s list of inclusions is an in-camera Help Guide for instantaneous explanations of features, as well as illuminated buttons for shooting ease in dim conditions. The availability of 39 different world languages mean practically anyone can comfortably navigate the intuitive menus. What’s more, internal memory is supplemented by an xD-Picture Card slot, which even boasts microSD Card compatibility thanks to the bundled attachment. Finally, the included Olympus Master software ensures that reviewing, editing and archiving is easier than ever.
The sleek and powerful new Olympus µ [mju:] 1060 is available from September 2008 in your choice of Starry Silver, Midnight Black or Cyan Green.
The Olympus µ [mju:] 1060 – main features:
Exceptional 7x optical zoom (37-260mm*) in compact metal body to capture everything from great scenes to exciting close ups.
Avoids blur thanks to Dual Image Stabilisation.
7.6cm/3.0" HyperCrystal LCD for excellent previews even in brilliant sunlight.
The easy way to perfect images – Intelligent Auto mode detects the five most commonly used scenes and adjusts settings, such as focus and exposure automatically.
Advanced Face Detection of up to 16 persons for perfectly focused and exposed faces plus correct exposure of other image areas.
Don't miss the moment with high-speed 9fps sequence shooting**.
10 Megapixels to make poster-size prints.
TruePic III image processor for faster image handling and higher image quality.
Enhanced panorama function for spectacular panorama images***.
Liven up your memories with movie recording with sound (up to VGA resolution at 30 fps).
Pre-Capture Movie mode.
xD-Picture Card and microSD Card compatible.
* Equivalent to a 35mm camera
** In 3.0 Megapixel mode
*** In connection with the Olympus xD-Picture Card
microSD is a trademark of SD Card Association
For images or spec sheets, please go to https://www.olympuslive.co.uk
Posted by Webmaster at August 25, 2008 07:50 PM
