Olympus has launched a new entry level DSLR, the Olympus E-620.

Olympus E-620 DSLR

The Olympus E-620 is apparently the ‘The world’s smallest and lightest D-SLR with built in image stabilisation’, it features a 12.3 megapixel sensor and a 2.7 inch LCD display.

Olympus E-620 DSLR

Olympus E-620 DSLR

Here are the full specifications.

  • The world’s smallest and lightest D-SLR* with Built-in Image Stabilisation and a portable creative studio!
  • Easy-to-apply Art Filters for enhanced creativity (Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale&Light Colour, Light Tone, Grainy Film, Pin Hole)
  • Multiple-exposure function with LCD monitor display of current view on top of previously captured image
  • During Live View shooting a choice of 4 different aspect ratios (4:3,3:2,16:9,6:6)
  • 12.3 Megapixel Live MOS sensor
  • High sensivity (ISO 100-3200)
  • Spotless photography with a strong dust reduction system
  • Qualified image processing with new TruePic III+
  • Built-In flash (GN12) & wireless flash control directly from the E-620 Body
  • Face & Background Control for beautifully balanced exposures of foreground subjects and background scenery
  • Comfortable viewing with Autofocus Live View
  • 6,9cm/2,7″ Multi-angle HyperCrystal III LCD with Live View for greatest flexibility and real-time monitoring
  • Built-in I.S. with max. 4 steps efficiency
  • Great image performance and large variety of bright dedicated-to-digital lenses thanks to Four Thirds Standard
  • High-precision, 49-zone metering system
  • Auto gradation adjustment to prevent blown highlights and blocked-in shadows
  • Live simulation function (effective monitoring)
  • Pre-control over White Balance & exposure compensation
  • Preview of shadow adjustment technology (SAT) for maximum image results
  • 5x/7x/10x magnified view for precise focusing
  • Ergonomic design of body, control buttons and GUI for easy operation
  • AE/AF lock functionality for individual customisation
  • Accurate White Balance with two sensors
  • High-speed data writing and lossless compression for quick processing
  • Optional power grip ideal for portrait shooting and long battery life
  • USB 2.0 High Speed
  • Shadow Adjustment Technology adjusts dark areas in images.
  • Precise focusing
  • High-speed data writing
  • Dual slot for CF and xD-Picture Cards

The Olympus E-620 will go on sale in May for about $699.

Olympus via Akihabara News