Olympus Imaging Corp. (President Masaharu Okubo) is pleased to announce that it will release the ZUIKO DIGITAL 2x Teleconverter EC-20, an ultracompact, high-performance teleconverter lens capable of doubling the focal length of the master lens.

The ZUIKO DIGITAL 2x Teleconverter EC-20 can be mounted on any ZUIKO DIGITAL lens, dramatically extending lens performance and putting more subjects within the photographer's range without affecting mobility or ease of use.

Complementing the already available ZUIKO DIGITAL 1.4x Teleconverter EC-14, the EC-20 adds new versatility to our ZUIKO DIGITAL lineup, providing a convenient, cost-effective solution to the demands of telescopic shooting, as well as wide-angle macro and ultra-high-magnification shooting.

Products Outline

Product Name	Release
ZUIKO DIGITAL 2x Teleconverter EC-20	Nov. 23, 2007

Main Features

1. Fits on any ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens

The ZUIKO DIGITAL 2x Teleconverter EC-20 can be attached to any ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens. The ability to double^*1 the focal length of the master lens using minimum equipment is very convenient in situations that involve a lot of traveling or large amounts of baggage, such as nature shooting tours, safaris, and other applications where telescopic lenses are frequently used.

In addition to providing a highly mobile, cost-effective telescopic shooting solution, doubling^*1 the focal length and shooting magnification of the master lens makes it possible for photographers to express themselves in new and innovative ways, creating dramatic new compositions that are possible only with ZUIKO DIGITAL cameras. By attaching the converter to a fisheye or macro lens, photographers will be able to take advantage of super wide-angle macro or ultra-high-magnification shooting. A "must" for any photographer who wants maximum shooting flexibility at his fingertips.

*1	When the teleconverter is used, the effective F-number of the lens is reduced by 2 steps.

2. Digital-dedicated design for high picture quality and compact size

The digital-dedicated design is used to double the focal length of the master lens while maintaining the best possible imaging performance. Although it is commonly believed that a 2x teleconverter degrades optical performance more than a 1.4x teleconverter, the new ZUIKO DIGITAL 2x Teleconverter EC-20 maintains original performance at a level that's as good as or better than the EC-14, which has already gained a solid reputation for high picture quality. Clear evidence of the outstanding performance of this converter is also demonstrated by its MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) curves^*2.

Featuring 7 elements in 5 groups, with a layout optimized to minimize size, this teleconverter is only 41 mm thick. This compact design assures maximum portability and makes it easy for photographers to expand their shooting capabilities with minimal equipment and at minimal cost.

*2	Our website lists the MTF curves of (1) ED 300mm f2.8, (2) ED 300mm f2.8 + EC-14 and (3) ED 300mm f2.8 +EC-20.

3. Reliable dust-proof/drip-proof mechanism

To support photography in the extreme conditions often faced by professionals, the external finish is sealed at multiple points for maximum protection from dust and spray.

ZUIKO DIGITL 2x Teleconverter EC-20 Specification

Focal Length (35mm equivalent Focal Length)	2x of the attached lens (equivalent to 4x of the attached lens)
Lens construction	7 Elements in 5 Groups
Dust & Drip Proof	Yes
Maximum Image Magnification (35mm equivalent Max. Image Magnification)	2x of the attached lens (equivalent to 4x of the attached lens)
Dimension	Diameter 68x41mm
Weight	225g
Compatibility	can be attached to any ZUIKO DIGITAL interchangeable lens
Box Contents	Lens Cap(BC-1), Lens Rear Cap(LR-1), Lens Case(LSC-0814), Instruction Manual, Olympus Worldwide Warranty Card

Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

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