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12th February 2004
The C-360 ZOOM from Olympus
Introduction
Released by Olympus:

The Olympus C-360 ZOOM - Sharper images at an amazing price



Olympus is proud to announce the C-360 ZOOM digital camera. The 3 megapixel model has a 3x optical zoom and an optimised image processing system for stunning results. Not only does this process images more quickly but prints will also boast sharper contrast and colour. This easy-to-use, compact model incorporates a host of features such as Super Macro mode for shooting from as close as 7cm. Available from March 2004, RRP £179.99 (inc VAT). For stockist information call freephone 0800 072 0070 or visit www.olympus.co.uk.

The C-360 ZOOM offers five different scene programmes enabling the user to master any photographic situation. These include Landscape for sweeping mountain ranges and Night Scene to capture the atmosphere of the beach after sundown. Even the tiniest of details can be recorded thanks to the Super Macro mode which enables shooting from as close as 7cm away.

The model also features a moving image mode with sound ideal for capturing sporting moments with commentary, or a child’s first steps and words. Still images can be downloaded without the use of a PC as the C-360 ZOOM supports the PictBridge standard. The camera connects to a PictBridge compatible printer, such as the Olympus P-10, to produce prints of the highest quality.

The C-360 ZOOM is also compatible with the Olympus Software Development Kit (SDK). This controls all the camera’s functions from a computer, such as zoom, exposure and camera release.

The C-360 ZOOM – main features:
• 3.2 million pixels, effective
• 3x optical zoom (equivalent to 35-105mm on a 35mm camera), f3.1-5.2
• Super Macro mode: shooting from as close as 7cm
• 5 scene programmes (Portrait, Self Portrait, Night Scene, Landscape, Landscape with Portrait)
• Movie recording function with sound and editing function
• PictBridge support
• 1.8” LCD with multi-language menu
• CAMEDIA Master 4.2 software provided
• SDK compatible

Specifications

Model CAMEDIA C-360ZOOM
Type Digital camera with 4.5cm/1.8 inch colour TFT LCD monitor.
Image sensor
Image sensor 1/2.5 inch CCD solid-state image pickup with 3.3 million pixels.
Effective pixel number 3.2 million pixels. (The actual number of pixels used in image processing.)
Filter array Primary colour filter (RGB).
Media
Storage media type Removable xD-Picture Card (16, 32, 64, 128, 256 and 512MB).
Lens
Optical zoom 3x.
Structure 5 lenses in 3 groups. 3 aspherical lens elements.
Focal length 5.8 - 17.4 mm (equivalent to 35 - 105mm lens in 35mm format).
Maximum aperture F3.1 (wide) / F5.2 (tele).
Digital Zoom 3.3x seamless.
Viewfinder Optical real-image.
LCD monitor 1.8 inch colour TFT LCD monitor with 85,000 pixels.
Focusing
System TTL system iESP auto focus with contrast detection.
Mode Auto iESP autofocus.
Working range Standard mode 0.5 m - infinity.
Macro mode 0.2m - 0.5m
Super macro mode From as close as 7cm.
Light metering
Mode Digital ESP metering, Spot metering.
Exposure
Exposure control Program AE.
Scene Programs (Portrait, Self-portrait, Night Scene, Landscape, Landscape with Portrait).
Shutter speed 1 - 1/1,000 sec. (night scene up to 2 sec).
Compensation ±2 EV in 1/2 EV steps.
Sensitivity
Auto ISO 80-400.
White balance
Mode Auto iESP auto.
Preset Sunlight, overcast, tungsten light, fluorescent light.
Flash
Built-in flash Modes Auto (automatic activation in low and backlight),
Red-eye Reduction,
Fill-in (forced activation).
Off (no flash).
Working range Wide: 0.2 - 3.4m. Tele: 0.2 - 2.0m.
Recycle time Approx. 6 sec.
Guide number 7.6
Sequence shooting 1.5 fps in HQ mode for a max. of 10 images.
Processing
Image processing TruePic Turbo, pixel mapping, noise reduction in night scene mode.
Function shooting 2 in 1, panorama.
Editing
Still image edit Re-size, rotation, sepia mode, black & white mode.
Motion picture edit Index, movie edit.
Recording system
Still image JPEG (DCF: "Design rule for Camera File system"), Exif 2.2 support, Print Image Matching II support, DPOF support.
Motion picture QuickTime Motion JPEG®*.
Voice recording WAVE compatible.
Number of storable frames (Approx., with 16MB xD-picture Card)
Still picture mode 2,048 x 1,536 SHQ: 6
HQ 20
1,600 x 1200 SQ1: 32
640 x 480 SQ2: 165
Motion picture mode HQ (320 x 240 pixels): Up to card capacity. With 16MB xD-Picture Card this is: 57 sec.
Power supply
Rechargeable battery 2 x AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries.
One time use battery 1 x lithium batteries LB-01(CR-V3),
2 x AA alkaline batteries,
(* zinc carbon (manganese) batteries cannot be used).
AC Adapter Optional AC adapter C-3AC; AC 100V-240V, 50-60Hz; DC 3,3V and 3A.
Interface DC input terminal, USB Auto Connect interface (storage class), A/V output terminal.
Other features
DPOF setting Single-frame print reservation, all print reservation, number of prints, Date/Time display.
Direct printing (DPS ) PictBridge support allows direct printing with compatible printers.
Multilingual menu English / German / French / Italian / Spanish / Portuguese / Russian
Setting memorisation Yes.
Self-timer Yes.
Date/time/calendar system Up to year 2099.
Size
Dimensions 108 (W) x 57.5 (H) x 16.5 (D) mm (excluding protrusions).
Weight 165g.
Box contents Strap, audio/video cable, USB cable, 2 x AA batteries, 16MB xD-Picture Card, CAMEDIA Master 4.2.
Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. * QuickTime Motion JPEG is a registered trademark of Apple Computer.
 
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