C-4000 ZOOM Includes 4 Megapixel Resolution, Virtual Mode Dial, Full Manual Operation, Advanced Photographic Features and 3X Optical Zoom Lens


July 8, 2002, Melville, NY -- Olympus America announced today the CAMEDIA C-4000 ZOOM, an affordable, full featured 4 Megapixel digital cameras that offers a world-class Olympus zoom lens, total photographic control and advanced features such as Multi-Point Spot Average Metering, Super Macro focusing, and Histogram in Shooting and Review modes.



The C-4000 ZOOM combines a wealth of the kind of features accomplished photographers need, with the ease of use and low price that makes it appealing to all kinds of consumers. The C-4000 ZOOM combines a 4 Megapixel CCD and a high-performance f2.8 3X Optical Zoom lens that functions with a smooth 3.3X digital zoom for seamless 10X total Zoom capability. The C-4000 ZOOM delivers all these features and more in a compact, stylish package––plus the latest in Olympus image quality and exposure technologies that provide consistently crisp, high-quality prints up to 11" X 14".



The C-4000 ZOOM’s wide range of accessories, including an assortment of lenses, external flashes and powering solutions, make it ideal for the photographer who wants a complete camera system at a price that makes sense. Developing photographers will appreciate the ease of use provided by Automatic and Scene Program modes, while the C-4000’s full Manual control offers advanced photographers a highly precise photographic tool.



Picture Quality

Olympus’ high-quality photos are known worldwide for their exceptionally vibrant, sharp and super-realistic photo image quality. This quality comes from the latest optical technologies such as the C-4000 ZOOM’s superior Olympus all-glass 6.5mm-19.5mm f2.8-f11 lens (the equivalent of 32-96mm in 35mm photography), which is matched to a 4.0 Megapixel CCD. Six unique Scene Program modes optimize image quality by biasing exposure, tone and color to provide the best match for specific shooting situations, including everything from Landscape, to Night Scene, and Sports photography. The C-4000Z’s Noise Reduction mode facilitates noise-free photos during long exposures.



Ease of Use

The C-4000 ZOOM is extremely easy to use. Standard Program Auto mode allows photographers to take flawless pictures in typical situations using basic point-and-shoot techniques. Users can easily access six different Scene Program Modes with the exclusive new "Virtual Dial™" feature, first seen on the Olympus D-550 ZOOM earlier this year. The "Virtual Dial" feature gives the shooter instant access to settings such as Portrait, Self Portrait, Landscape-Portrait, Landscape, Night Scene and Sports. Olympus’ newly enhanced "My Mode" feature now offers 4 separate user-customizable settings for more creative options. The menu also features three Shortcut Buttons that save menu navigation time by letting the user assign the most frequently used menu categories to these three buttons.



For easy, software-free photo downloads, the C-4000 ZOOM features Olympus’ USB Auto-Connect capabilities so images can be downloaded quickly and easily in all current Mac and Windows operating systems. Supplied CAMEDIA Master 4.0 software gives you everything you need edit, print and share your photos.



Style & Design

The newest addition to Olympus’ C-Series, the C-4000 ZOOM’s elegant, ergonomically designed body is comfortable, lightweight and easy to work with, even during extensive shooting sessions. It features a polished silver finish with metallic top and front covers for extra durability.



Advanced Features

Experienced photographers will appreciate the C-4000 ZOOM’s manual settings with individual controls for aperture priority, shutter priority, and Full Manual Operation with manual shutter speeds ranging from 16 to 1/1,000 of a second. Multi-Point Metering enables up to 8 separate points in the image area to be averaged for proper exposures in the most difficult lighting conditions – a feature not typically found on cameras at this price point. Dynamic Histograms are visible on the LCD in both Shoot and Review modes to accurately display the photo’s brightness across the image area. Other advanced controls include: Selectable AF Point, moveable with the menu navigation arrow pad and Super Macro mode for photographing subjects as close as one inch. An External TTL Flash Terminal is provided for the FL-40 TTL flash or for syncing to studio strobes. Adjustable White Balance and One Touch White Balance provide maximum shooting versatility.



New C-4000 ZOOM features:

• Four "My Modes" to create four different custom camera settings.
  
• Selectable AF point.
  
• "Multi-Point Spot Average" metering mode.
  
• Super Macro focusing to 1".
  
• Histogram in Shooting and Review Modes.
  

The C-4000 ZOOM will be available August 2002 for $499. It comes supplied with an Auto-Connect USB cable, Video cable, carrying strap, lens cap with retainer cord, 2 LB-01 CR-V3 Lithium batteries, a 16MB SmartMedia card, Olympus CAMEDIA Master Software 4.0, limited warranty card, and user reference manual.



U.S. Pricing:

C-4000 ZOOM Street Price: $499 (U.S.)



For more information, contact Olympus America Inc, Consumer Products Group, Two Corporate Center Dr., Melville, NY 11747-3157, ph: (631) 844-5000 (800) 622-6372, Fax: (631) 844-5262 or the Olympus Web Site: http://www.olympusamerica.com.

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