This is a new camera in the easy-to-use FE series is designed to make taking pictures effortless with new technologies incorporated in a simplistic “one button, one function” design, while maintaining a super-slim yet more classic look. A great camera for party pics, taking pictures of young children and general photography. At a super-slim 19mm it will fit into your jean pocket if necessary This 8 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom has face detection and smile detection. There are also 20 scene modes for automatic shooting in different conditions and while automatic focussing and exposure is not possible, some control can be exercised using exposure compensation.
Olympus FE 280 Specifications:
• 8 Megapixels for poster-size prints • Face Detection for perfectly focused and exposed faces • Smile Detection Mode recognises when people smile and then shoots • High ISO setting for less blur • 3x optical zoom to capture great scenes through to stunning portraits • See and share images on the 6.4cm/2.5" LCD • 20 scene modes for best results in different situations • "One button, one function" design principle and guide function for easy operation • Better low light shooting thanks to BrightCapture Technology • Liven up your memories with movie recording with sound • TruePic III image processor • Underwater shooting up to a water pressure equivalent of 40m possible in combination with optional underwater case PT-038
Short Review:
At just 19 mm thick, this camera will fit into your jean pocket for nights out in the town taking party pics. Although super-slim it maintains a more classic look. Round the back a 2.5 inch Hypercrystal LCD makes viewing and reviewing your pictures possible even in bright outdoor conditions by using the sunlight to boost the monitors own brightness, and with a viewing angle of 176 degrees, showing pictures to a whole group of friends around you is not a problem. With 8 megapixels you can get an 8×10 inch print at full resolution with greater enlargement possible to achieve high quality poster size prints. The 3 times optical zoom is a 35mm film equivalent to 36-108mm, which will give you a perspective from standard wide angle to short telephoto for small group pictures and good portraits. It also has a 4 times digital zoom.
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