Japan’s Kumamoto quakes likely had a major effect on camera production
Imaging sensors are finally starting to role out of Sony's Kumamoto plant, but it may still be some time before the camera industry fully recovers.
Could Olympus’ new patented focusing tech end the DSLR vs. mirrorless debate?
A patent filed by Olympus would allow their mirrorless lenses to both lose some weight and gain some autofocus speed.
Olympus' experimental image sensor shoots color and near-infrared simultaneously
Two images, one sensor. New Olympus sensor, developed with the Tokyo Institute of Technology, captures color and near-infrared images simultaneously.
Olympus merges simplicity and affordability in new lens kit options
Lenses just got simpler with new specialized lens kits from Olympus.
Olympus rugged Stylus TG-Tracker is an outdoors camera worthy of lumberjacks
Featuring an 8MP sensor, 204-degree F/2.0 lens, 5-axis stabilization, and an advanced field sensor system, Olympus' TG-Tracker rugged cam does it all.
Olympus adds luxury touch to E-M10 Mark II with limited edition
Olympus is giving its entry-level O-MD camera a luxurious upgrade with a limited edition that wrapped in brown synthetic leather.
Olympus gives new love to E-M1, E-M5 II cameras via firmware updates
For owners of Olympus' O-MD E-M1 and E-M5 Mark II cameras, upcoming firmware updates will add new features.
Olympus gives entry-level OM-D E-M10 mirrorless camera big upgrades
Olympus' new OM-D E-M10 Mark II may be entry-level, but it's loaded with advanced features and improved performance, like 5-axis stabilization.
Turn your phone into a legit camera with the Olympus Air, soon to come stateside
The new Olympus Air is a self-contained Micro Four Thirds lens camera that attaches to a smartphone or tablet.
Olympus pokes fun at DSLRs, wants people to avoid ‘DSL-Arm’
Olympus launches mockumentary touting benefits of its smaller, lighter O-MD E-M5 Mark II camera, versus larger DSLRs.
Olympus to push out two new premium lenses, firmware updates in June
Olympus is adding two new premium lenses to its lineup, a 7-14mm ultra-wide-angle and 8mm fisheye. Also, firmware updates and limited-edition E-M5 Mark II.
Olympus Stylus 1s premium compact gets minor update over predecessor
Olympus brings the previously launched Stylus 1s stateside, however it lacks few updates that warrant an upgrade.
Olympus TG-4 is first rugged compact to shoot uncompressed RAW photos
Olympus' new rugged TG-4 compact camera touts RAW image capture, underwater HDR, new custom modes, nighttime composite mode, and enhanced GPS.
Olympus’ latest tutorial videos highlight capabilities of new OM-D E-M5 Mark II
Olympus' latest Anywhere Classroom tutorial series shows off the capabilities of the new OM-D E-M5 Mark II. Plus, Olympus launches rewards program.
Olympus Stylus SH-2 compact camera retains 5-axis stabilization, adds new night modes
Like its predecessor, the Olympus Stylus SH-2 is a highly compact camera with a 5-axis image stabilization system for rock-steady photos and videos.
Olympus E-M5 Mark II puts focus on movie stabilization, 40-megapixel photos
Olympus' new weather-sealed OM-D E-M5 Mark II offers enhanced video capture capabilities, including 5-axis image stabilization for smooth handheld shots.
Olympus’ new rugged TG-860 swims deeper than before, now with Wi-Fi
Olympus' new rugged camera, the Tough TG-860, hasn't changed much from its predecessor. But it's more waterproof, and it has Wi-Fi and GPS.
Olympus E-M1 Micro Four Thirds camera gets new firmware, color
Besides a new body color for the OM-D E-M1 Micro Four Thirds camera, Olympus also announced a new firmware update, weather-sealed lens, and teleconverter.
Compact PEN E-PL7 is Olympus’ Micro Four Thirds response to the selfie craze
The new PEN E-PL7 from Olympus is a Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera designed to help you easily shoot selfies.
Olympus pros teach photo techniques in ‘Anywhere Classroom’ video series
Olympus launches a new series of educational videos called 'Anywhere Classroom' that features the company's 'Visionaries' teaching photography skills.
Olympus patents hint at Google Glass-like device with dual viewfinders
Olympus just patented a Google Glass-like device with dual display. Could we use such a device as our camera's viewfinder in the future?
Olympus just made shooting underwater selfies easy with TG-850 rugged camera
The new Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 has a 180-degree tilting LCD that makes it easy to shoot self-portraits in all types of conditions, even underwater.
Analyst says camera war against smartphones will claim Panasonic, Fujifilm, Olympus
A Credit Suisse analyst claimes mid-tier camera makers Panasonic, Olympus, and Fujifilm won't survive due to big losses and stagnant growth in mirrorless.
Olympus forecasts camera business will return to profit in 2014, focuses on mirrorless
Olympus is counting on increased sales of mirrorless models to help its camera business unit return to profit in 2014, and no plans to stop making cameras.
Apple updates Mac RAW support for latest Nikon, Olympus, Sony cameras
Got yourself one of the latest cameras from Nikon, Sony, or Olympus? If you're a Mac user, download the latest Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update.
Olympus president considers using more Sony camera components to help cut costs
To help prop up its camera business, Olympus is considering sharing more common camera parts with Sony to help it cut costs.
How I learned to stop worrying and trust the electronic viewfinder
The live preview function in digital cameras was once seen as a hokey function, but, thanks to improvements in tech, it has become an essential feature.
Luxury cameras so expensive, you’ll need a down payment or second mortgage
Presenting six luxury cameras that are so expensive, you can probably buy a car (or two) for the price of one of these shooters.
Is Olympus and Fujifilm calling it quits on budget cams a death knell for the basic point-and-shoot?
As more users embrace smartphones for photography, Olympus and Fujifilm have signaled they will exit the budget sector and concentrate on high-end cameras.
Olympus PEN E-P5 is what happens when you put a modern engine in an elegant classic body
Quick autofocusing, five-axis image stabilization, fast shutter speed, and Wi-Fi gives Olympus' new Micro Four Thirds camera more than just good looks.
Explain Yourself! Disposable camera
Explain Yourself! corners the worst tech in our lives. This week: We wonder why the disposable camera is still hanging out at the checkout stand.
High performance in a compact, Olympus Stylus XZ-10 now available in the U.S.
Although it was announced last month globally at the CP+ camera show in Japan, Olympus officially unveiled the U.S. availability of the new Stylus XZ-10.