- 12.3-megapixel Live MOS Sensor; TruePic V+ image processor.
- In-body Image Stabilization system compensates for up to five shutter speed steps.
- Dust Reduction System with the Supersonic Wave Filter; rugged "thixomold" magnesium-alloy construction coupled with advanced splash and dust protection,.
- Shoot movies at 30 frames per second in 720p with available manual control over aperture and shutter speed.
- 3-inch, 270-degree swivel LCD delivers precise compositional accuracy in Live View.
From the Manufacturer
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Built on our revolutionary E-System technology, the new Olympus
E-5 adds powerful new features that let you do more than ever
before. Designed to maximize the award-winning performance of
Zuiko Digital lenses, the E-5 achieves the highest image quality
of any Olympus camera--with astonishing detail, blazing speed,
and true-to-life color. New options like user control in Art
Filters and 720p HD Video give you more freedom to explore
creative effects. And with its weatherproof design, the rugged
E-5 can go anywhere.
Olympus E-5 Highlights
A New Dimension in Image Quality
Pairing the new TruePic V+ image processing engine with a 12.3
megapixel High-Speed Live MOS Sensor, the E-5 optimizes the power
of Zuiko Digital lenses. New "Fine Detail Processing" technology
captures exceptional detail from shadow to highlight. The E-5's
groundbreaking, in-body Image Stabilization enables blur-free
handheld shooting. And its redesigned, 11-point High Precision
Twin Cross AF system is one of the world's fastest and most
accurate.
Reliable Performance Under Any Condition
The first Olympus professional camera to offer 720p HD video,
the E-5 records at 30fps with high quality audio. While shooting
high-definition video, photographers can capture stereo sound
quality by plugging in any microphone with a standard 3.5mm plug
into the camera's stereo microphone terminal. And 10 new
in-camera Art Filters let you add dramatic effects to both still
photos and HD video. All Art Filters can be used in Aperture
priority, Shutter priority, Program and Manual exposure modes.
And new to the E-5, the Multiple Exposure function lets you
overlay up to 4 images in a single frame.
All the Power, Without all the Bulk
When paired with Zuiko Digital lenses, the E-5 system is the
most compact on the market. And its intuitive, ergonomic design,
feels so natural, it's almost invisible to the photographic
process. Whether composing still images or video, the E-5's
3.0-inch 920,000 dot dual axis swivel LCD with Live View covers
all the viewing angles with a 100 percent accurate view. And its
large optical viewfinder also provides a 100 percent accurate
view, so you'll never miss a . The E-5 is also equipped with
wireless flash control.
New Creative Tools Bring Your Vision to Life
The first Olympus professional camera to offer 720p HD video,
the E-5 records at 30fps with high quality audio. While shooting
high-definition video, photographers can capture stereo sound
quality by plugging in any microphone with a standard 3.5mm plug
into the camera's stereo microphone terminal. And 10 new
in-camera Art Filters let you add dramatic effects to both still
photos and HD video. All Art Filters can be used in Aperture
priority, Shutter priority, Program and Manual exposure modes.
And new to the E-5, the Multiple Exposure function lets you
overlay up to 4 images in a single frame.
Olympus E-5 Features
In-body Image Stabilization
The camera's In-body Image Stabilization system compensates for
up to five shutter speed steps*. Mechanical Image Stabilization
automatically compensates for camera shake in low-light
situations or when using a telephoto lens.
Dust Reduction System
The E-5's proven Dust Reduction System, with the Supersonic Wave
Filter (SWF) self-cleaning ultrasonic sensor unit, eliminates
dust particles on the sensor by silently vibrating an amazing
30,000 times per second, ensuring spot-free images. Recently
awarded the "Special Invention Award" from The Asahi Shinbun
Company in 2010.
12.3-megapixel Live MOS Sensor & TruePic V+ Image Processor
The powerful 12.3-megapixel Live-MOS sensor coupled with the
newly developed TruePic V+ image processor means you'll capture
more detail than ever before in your pictures thanks to the "Fine
Detail Process" technology. In addition to more detail, the image
sensor, combined with the next-generation TruePic V+ Image
Processor, delivers excellent dynamic range, accurate color
fidelity and reduced noise, all the way up to 6400 ISO. And
you'll have the flexibility to crop and still produce large,
detailed prints.
Rugged Construction
A Rugged "thixomold" magnesium-alloy construction coupled with
advanced splash and dust protection, make the E-5 the perfect
choice for photographers who demand the most from their
equipment, in any situation.
Shutter Durability
Durable shutter mechanism tested to 150,000 cycles. The
pro-level shutter ensures reliability, even at five frames per
second, thanks to a durable shutter mechanism tested to 150,000
cycles, making the E-5 the camera of choice for photographers who
demand durability from their equipment.
Optical Viewfinder
The 100% accurate high eye point optical viewfinder, delivers
the precise viewing accuracy demanded by the most discriminating
photographer. When shooting with the E-5, what you see is what
you get.
3-inch Swivel LCD (920k dots)
Dust and Splashproof like the body; the 270 degree swivel LCD
gives you the flexibility to capture your image from low on the
ground to above your head, or at any angle. The 100 percent
accurate LCD delivers the precise compositional accuracy in
Live-View demanded by the most discriminating photographer. When
shooting with the E-5, what you see is what you get.
Data Storage
Accepting Compact Flash Type I, UDMA, and SD- SDHC/SDXC, the E-5
provides a choice of data storage options for enhanced
flexibility, and it is possible to transfer image files from one
card to the other right inside the camera.
World's Fastest Autofocus
The E-5's 11-point High Precision Fully Twin Cross AF system is
one of the world's fastest and most accurate. The Twin Cross AF
design assures you accurate fast AF even at the edges of the
viewfinder allowing you to get the most out of your Zuiko Digital
lenses.
Art Filters
A series of 10 new built-in Art Filters let you create dramatic
effects when shooting stills or video. The innovative Art Filters
include Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale & Color, Light Tone, Grainy
Film, Pin Hole, Diorama, Gentle Sepia, Cross Process, Dramatic
Tone can all be used in all the shooting modes of the camera,
Aperture, Shutter, Program and Manual modes, as well as for Movie
shooting.
Multiple Exposure
Multiple Exposure makes heightened creativity an easily-obtained
objective. Four frames can be combined, and portions of one can
be combined with those of another in any of the shooting modes.
Images can be combined in playback mode or directly on the LCD
through the use of the new TruePic V+ Image Processor.
Multiple Aspect Ratios
Express yourself by altering how you frame the world -- choose
from nine aspect ratios, from the standard 4:3 to the cinematic
16:9. By selecting an aspect ratio before shooting and easily
reviewing images on the LCD throughout the shoot, the
Multi-Aspect function adds a new means of expression to your
photography.
Wireless Flash Control
The E-5 is compatible with a range of optional external flashes,
including the Olympus FL-36R and FL-50R. Both of these flashes
can be controlled wirelessly by the E-5 so you can dynamically
control lighting as your photography skills grow. The E-5
features a commander function incorporated in its built-in flash,
making wireless multi-flash photography possible without using an
outside commander.
Digital Leveler
The camera's Digital Leveler function is a highly functional and
practical feature for such specialized requirements as
architectural photography and other similar needs.
HD Video
Shoot movies at 30 frames per second in 720p with available
manual control over aperture and shutter speed. This level of
control allows you to express your vision exactly how you want in
your HD videos. When shooting a movie you have the choice of
Standard or HD Movie with or without the 10 Art Filters, total
movie creativity is in your control.