| August 2, 2000 |
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| THE µ[mju:]-II ZOOM 115 |
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New optical system improves viewfinder brightness by 70% |
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38 - 115mm 3X zoom lens |
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Auto-color balancing flash with six modes |
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![µ[mju:]-II ZOOM 115](/en/news/2000b/image/nr000802m2z115e.jpg) |
| µ[mju:]-II ZOOM 115 |
| Summary |
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| Olympus Optical Co., Ltd. (President: Masatoshi Kishimoto) is pleased to introduce the µ[mju:]-II ZOOM115 compact camera. With a new optical system, it features a bright, easy-to-see viewfinder that improves its visual field brightness by about 70% over the previous model. Featuring a 38-115mm, 3x zoom lens, it is also compact and lightweight, measuring only 118 (W) x 61.5 (H) x 47.5 (D) mm and weighing a mere 225g. The camera inherits the sliding lens cover from the rest of the µ series, which gives outstanding portability and ease of operation, but has an even more refined and attractive appearance. |
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It uses two aspherical lenses and achieves high picture quality with maximum 930-step, high precision automatic focusing that employs a newly developed passive five-point multi auto-focus.
The flash includes the Auto Color Balancing Flash function. It automatically detects the wavelength of artificial light sources, such as fluorescent lighting or fire, allowing beautiful, natural-looking shots with a possibility of color distortion. In addition, the six flash modes allow the user to enjoy a wide range of shots using the flash.
The camera is also weatherproof - a compact zoom camera that you can take with you anywhere you go to enjoy shooting all sorts of scenes. |
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| Main Features |
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Bright, Easy-to-See Viewfinder |
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The viewfinder optical system uses the latest prism composition that utilizes total reflection (100% reflection) as many as four times in a slimmer build. This improves its visual field brightness by about 70% compared to the previous model. As it is bright and easy to see, the subject is also easy to find, and it is easier to decide on the composition. |
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High-performance 38-115 mm 3x zoom lens |
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The µ- II ZOOM115 offers the versatility of a 38-115 mm 3x zoom lens. The high-performance aspherical lens elements not only deliver superior resolution, but also provide photo in perspective and with clear contrast. |
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Sophisticated design and finish |
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Like earlier models in the µ series, the new µ- II ZOOM 115 has the flowing contours and sliding lens barrier that enhance both portability and handling. Building on this heritage, the latest refinements add another degree of elegance to create a compact camera with the style of a personal accessory. |
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Compact and lightweight |
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The µ- II ZOOM 115 measures only 118 (W) x 61.5 (H) x 47.5 (D) mm, and it weights 225g without a battery. |
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Maximum 930-Step, High Precision, Five-Point, Multi-Passive Automatic Focus |
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The camera features a maximum 930-step, high-precision automatic focus function. It also uses a newly developed passive five-step multi automatic focus. This achieves a consistently high precision, sharp focus from 0.6 m to infinity. |
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Intelligent Variable-Power Flash System |
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The intelligent Variable-Power Flash System draws in several types of sensor information. Along with triggering the Auto flash modes in low light, it automatically compensates for backlighting and high-contrast situations. The Auto Color Balancing Flash function automatically senses the wavelength of fluorescent and other artificial light, producing natural and attractive photographs free from an unnatural color cast. |
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Auto |
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In low light, backlighting or artificial light, the flash fires automatically, delivering the appropriate illumination for a correct exposure. |
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Red-Eye Reducing |
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This mode reduces red eye, a common problem with flash portraits taken in low light. When the shutter button is pressed, a series of pre-flashes is emitted before the main flash fires. |
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Flash Off |
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The flash does not fire in this mode. It is ideal for capturing a natural ambience or when flash photography is prohibited. |
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Fill-in |
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The flash fires every time in this mode. It is especially helpful in eliminating unnatural shadows on a subject. |
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Night Scene |
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The intensity of the flash is determined by the foreground, while the length of the exposure is set according to the backdrop. Slowing the shutter speed to as long as 4 sec., this mode captures both the subject in the front and the background scenery. |
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Red-Eye Reducing Night Scene |
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This mode reduces the red-eye effect in pictures taken in the Night Scene mode. Except for a series of pre-flashes, it is identical to the Night Scene mode. |
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Worry-Free Weatherproofing |
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The weather proofing protects against a sudden shower or splashing, offering extra reassurance in the rain or on a ski slope. |
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| Other Features |
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Auto Macro |
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Macro shots up to post card size (at 115 mm telephoto) can be taken at the telephoto setting. |
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Spot Mode |
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This mode ensures accurate focusing and exposure for the main subject, regardless of the surrounding light. |
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Focus Lock |
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This convenient features keeps the subject in sharp focus no matter how the photographer adjusts the composition. |
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Dioptric Correction |
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Dioptric correction of -2 to +1 per meter (m-1) is built in to compensate for any eyesight problem. |
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Remote Control (Option) |
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Remote control unit allows shutter to be released from up to 5 meters away. |
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*Olympus Optical Co., Ltd. was changed to OLYMPUS CORPORATION as of October 1, 2003.
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