Olympus

Click to take a 360-degree QTVR tour of the D-520 The Olympus Camedia D-520 Zoom is an easy-to-use, pocketable, 2-Megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical zoom. It replaces the D-510 Zoom, and is 30% smaller with a sleek metallic silver body. The D-520 Zoom offers a choice of four resolution levels, an assortment of image edit effect modes, such as black & white, sepia and file resize and also includes the ability to record full motion video and view images and movies on a TV. The movie mode records up to 60 seconds of full motion video (160x120 size) at 15 frames per second with the included 16MB SmartMedia card. The D-520 Zoom creates high-quality prints up to 8" x 10", as well as providing settings for different image quality and file sizes depending on the application. Even at the lowest resolution setting, the D-520 Zoom delivers quility images for e-mailing photos or for posting images on the web. For fast and simple downloading, the D-520 Zoom features USB AutoConnect technology. The Olympus USB AutoConnect feature allows users to plug the camera directly into any USB- configured computer. No drivers, additional software, or the additional cost of docking stations are required for PCs running the latest operating systems including Windows® XP, Windows® 2000, Windows® Me and Mac OS™ 8.6 and higher - these computers will mount and recognize the D-520 Zoom automatically. The 1.5" LCD display allows for enhanced playback and viewing options, including 4, 9 or 16-frame Index Display Mode, Single Frame Display with 1.5X, 2.0X, 2.5X and 3.0X Zoom Inspection, plus sequential image scrolling. The LCD monitor also serves as the camera's control panel, with an easy to use jog dial and arrow keys to select modes and settings. Camedia D-520 Zoom Features: 2-Megapixel imager for images up to 1600x1200 pixels Olympus all-glass 3X Optical Zoom f2.8 - f4.4 1.5" color LCD display QuickTime Movie mode at 15fps, 360x240 or 160x120 ESP matrix or Spot metering USB AutoConnect technology 30% smaller and lighter than previous D-510 zoom 2-in-1, Portrait and Panorama modes. Sequential shooting at 1.8 frames per second (max. 5 frames in HQ). 2 in 1 image merge perfect for business cards, real estate shots and before and after shots. The D-520 will be available April 2002 with a suggested retail price of $349 (street retail approx. $299). It includes an Olympus CAMEDIA Master Software 4.0 for photo manipulation and management, 16MB SmartMedia Card, USB cable, strap, 2 AA Alkaline batteries, user manual, and warranty card.

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The D-520 compared in size to a CD.

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D-520 Zoom Specifications CCD Imager 2.0 Megapixel Effective 2.1 Megapixel Gross (Full optical CCD resolution) Size: 1/3.2" (.31") CCD Lens Olympus asperical glass 3x zoom lens 5-15mm (38-114mm in 35mm) Seamless Digital Zoom 2.5x digital Aperture Range f2.8 to f7.5 (W) - f4.9 to f7.5 (T) Shutter Speeds 1/1000 sec. - 1/2 sec. Automatic ISO Auto: 80-200 (automatic) Recording Mode(s) Still image: EXIF JPEG, DCF.   Movie Mode: QuickTime® Motion JPEG Adjustable Resolutions 1600 x 1200 SHQ JPEG 1600 x 1200 HQ JPEG 1024 x 768 SQ1 JPEG 640 x 480 SQ2 JPEG 320 x 240 @15fps QuickTime Motion JPEG (15 sec. Max) 160 x 120 @15fps QuickTime Motion JPEG (60 sec. Max) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Print Reserve, All print reservation, Date or time printing Image Edit Modes Sepia Mode Black and White Mode Resize - file size for email or web Picture Rotation Mode Panorama Up to 10 frames switchable with CAMEDIA Master software when using Olympus brand SmartMediaTM Sequence 1.2 frames per second burst up to 8 frames in HQ mode Viewfinder Optical real-image viewfinder with autofocus / backlight mark LCD 1.5" (3.8cm) Wide-View color TFT LCD (114,000 pixels) used for viewing, reviewing or editing images Focusing System iESP Multi-Pattern AF (autofocus) TTL system (contrast detection) Focusing Ranges Macro Mode 8" - 20" (0.2m-0.5m) Standard AF 20" - Infinity (0.5m - Infinity) Exposure Control Program Auto f 2.8 - f7.5, 1/2 / 1/2000 sec. Exposure Compensation +/- 2 Steps EV by 1/2 stop settings. Metering System Digital ESP Multi-Pattern Meter, Spot White Balance System iESP Multi-pattern auto TTL Pre-set manual (Daylight, Overcast, Tungsten and Fluorescent) Flash Built-in Flash Flash Modes Auto Flash for low and backlight "Red-eye" Reduction Flash Fill-in Flash (forced on flash) Slow Shutter Synchronized Flash (1st curtain effect) Slow Shutter Synchronized Flash (1st curtain effect w/ red-eye reduction) Flash Off Flash Working Range Wide: 8" - 15' (0.2m - 4.5m) @ ISO 100 Flash Charging Time Approx. 6 seconds (at normal temperature with fresh batteries) Removable Media Card 3V (3.3V) SmartMediaTM card (4, 8, 16, 32, 64, and 128 MB) 16-MB card included Selftimer 12-second delay Setting Memorization On/Off Camera remembers selected settings after power off / on Outer Connectors USB connector (Auto-Connect), NTSC video out, DC input (optional AC adapter) Auto-connect USB Compatible with Windows 98 rev2/ME/2000 Pro/XP-MacOS 8.6-9.01/OSX Image Playback Index display, up to 3X enlargement, Slide-show, Scene rotation Operating Environment Operation: 32° F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C) 30-90% Humidity Storage: -4° F - 140°F (-20°C - 60°C) 10-90% Humidity Power Supply Main Power Source: 2 x AA Alkaline batteries (included) 1 x LB-01 (CR-3V) Lithium batteries 2 x AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries 2 x AA Lithium batteries 2 x AA NiCd rechargeable batteries AC Power: C-7AU AC adapter (optional) (Manganese batteries cannot be used) Date/Time Calendar Simultaneous recording into image date Calendar Automatic up to the year 2099 Size 4.4" (W) x 2.4" (H) x 1.3" (D)/(112mm x 62mm x 35mm) Weight 6.1 oz. (174 g), without batteries and SmartMedia

NOTE: These Specifications are as represented by the manufacturer.

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