Olympus launches compact Stylus XZ-2 IHS, 12MP sensor 1/1, 7 “, last modified hybrid mode

Besides two M43 PEN line and a series of new lenses, Olympus has today launched the compact Stylus XZ-2 IHS. This device owns 12 megapixel camera sensor size 1/1, 7. “XZ-2 is equipped with a lens with focal length equivalent to 35mm 28-112mm (4x) and f/1.8 aperture -2.5. Compared with the XZ-1, XZ-2 incorporates the detachable grip thanks a snail catch on the side. Users can change grip red, black, brown, or completely uninstall it from body. Stylus XZ-2 IHS will sell for $ 599.99.   IHS technology (Intelligent, High Speed, High Sensitivity) on the Stylus XZ-2 in particular, and on the compact Olympus is generally a combination of high-sensitivity BSI sensor, TruePic processor and digital zoom to provide good image quality for users and good machine performance. IHS can process images faster, which helps autofocus at high speeds, enhancing the scene and object recognition in photos. This device uses the TruePic VI processor like the OM-D E-M5 promises to deliver fast operation speed, and improve color reproduction and noise reduction. In low-light shooting mode, the machine can increase the ISO up to 12,800.   Olympus XZ-2 it calls “the first camera with hybrid control loop”. Integrated border around the lens, the next adjustment will allow users to install features easily. It can also convert between digital mode (change exposure parameters for each turn) or analog (rotating a smoother way to adjust focus or zoom) by the Fn2 layout lever on the front set be. Touch LCD screen 3 “resolution 920,000 pixel on the help users control XZ-2 easier, combined with that also features touch to focus and capture Touch AF Shutter.   Olympus Stylus XZ-2 configuration IHS: Metal body Sensor: BSI CMOS Stylus XZ-2 IHS, size 1/1, 7 “, 12 megapixel resolution ISO: 100 – 12800 Lens: iZUIKO F1.8-2.5, focal length equivalent of 28-112mm (4x) TruePic VI image processor IHS Technology Touch screen 3 “resolution of 920,000 pixels, support touch to focus and shoot right (Touch Shutter AF), have the ability to flip Digital Zoom: 4x Closest focus: 1cm Number of AF points: 35 (by contrast) Film: 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) Battery life (CIPA): 340 sheets Weight: 346 g Battery Size: 113 x 65 x 48 mm    Galleria.loadTheme (‘/ js / Tinhte / Galleria / themes / folio / galleria.folio.min.js’); $ (“# Galleria_785749954”). Galleria ({ imageCrop: false, maxScaleRatio: 1, preload: 3, fullscreenTransition: ‘fade’ });             Galleria.run (‘# galleria_785749954’);   According to dpreview …

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Leaked images and specs of HTC Elation Windows Phone 8

Only 2 days left until the event on 19/9 held by HTC, many people hope to witness series of new products the company’s Windows Phone 8, and perhaps the expectation are likely to become the truth. Recently, do not understand the reason, HTC has accidentally posted pictures and specifications of the highest WP8 phones, HTC Elation (codenamed Zenith). First glance at the design, easy to see Elation shape quite similar to the current HTC One X running Android, with the monolithic design, rounded edges. Differences as well as the most respectable improvement HTC brings Elation is a pair of LED Flash, making good image capture in low-light conditions.   HTC has removed the page of information on the Elation. However, some quick screenshots and reveal to us information about the configuration of the HTC leaked Elation: Screen 4.7 “, 1280×720 resolution, Super LCD 2; Quad core 1.4 GHz processor; 1GB of RAM; 32GB memory; Supports HSPA / WCDMA / GSM / GPRS / EDGE; Support NFC connectivity, Bluetooth 4.0; WiFi 802.11 a / b / g / n; 8MP camera, dual LED flash, integrated BSI sensor (for better photography in low-light conditions), capable of 1080p HD video recording; 1.3 MP camera with 720p HD video recording; Support Proximity sensor, light sensor, force sensor, digital compass, gyroscope; Beats Audio; 2000mAh battery; Windows Phone 8 OS. According Ubuntulife …

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President of NVIDIA's mobile chip termination

Mike Rayfield introduced a phone with Tegra chips Last week, nVIDIA has reported that president of processor chips for its mobile devices that he Mike Rayfield has resigned and officially ended tasks in this group. Email off the of official Mike effect from 24/8, ie 3 weeks nVIDIA officially confirmed this. Now they have yet to say anything more about his upcoming work Mike Rayfield well as the people will hold the position instead of him.   Mike Rayfield is president of Nvidia’s mobile chips, he served from 2005 until the end of last August. Known, before quitting, he was the monitoring and management of the group’s Tegra platform, so the departure of Mike JoAnne Feeney, an analyst at Longbow Research commented that “The loss great for them “and” by Mike Rayfield is the strategic direction for the cell array chip nVIDIA “.   Hector Martínez, nVIDIA’s spokesman said the Tegra platform already outlined the roadmap development (long-term) is very stable, and are supported by a team of staff 3000 people, so the departure of Mike Rayfield will not affect the company. “We will always remember Mike and wish he would fulfill the new job,” said Martínez.   Sources Wall Street Journal …

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iSuppli: Smartphones and tablets consume much more DRAM components PC

Random access memory, or RAM, is a term that is no stranger to many of us. It is one of the basic components of a computer, have a role to store program code and data during execution. However, according to the latest statistics of IHS iSuppli, the traditional computer is no longer the object of consumption DRAM products anymore, but instead is the mobile computing products such as smart phones and tablet.   iSuppli said in quarter 2/2012, world computer market has used 49% of the total DRAM shipments. Thus, 51% of DRAM components used for other devices such as phones and tablets. This is consistent with the trend of mobile is more strongly expressed in the world technology market. According to research, this is just the start of a major shift in the DRAM market. It is expected that by the end of 2013, the computer industry only uses about 42.8% of DRAM production.   Source: Reuters

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Olympus launches two M43 camera PEN E-PL5, E-PM2 and many lenses

Olympus PEN E-PL5 The eve of Photokina exhibition preparation takes place, Olympus has introduced the two newest members of the PEN Micro Four Thirds cameras, which is E-PL5 and E-PM2. E-PL5 will replace the E-PL3 (according to The Verge, the fourth is the number of its connexion with the Japanese should not use this number for your product), while E-PM2, the successor to the E-PM1. Both use the 16MP Live MOS sensor (upgrade from 12MP) and the TruePic VI image processor as the OM-D E-M5. Olympus also equipped with two machine-resolution LCD touch screen 460,000 pixels, 8fps shooting capabilities, touch to focus and take a picture. E-PL5 have added a rotation mode (mode dial), flip format LCD and more front grip. E-PL5 will be sold in October for $ 699 with 14-42mm tubes, also E-PM2 will be $ 599 with the same lens.   Added, and the ability to hit the shot, Olympus said its equipment can focus very quickly as soon as the user choose a certain character on the screen. Moreover, the machine will automatically trigger the shutter to record the memory image features Touch AF Shutter. The benefit of this is that the camera will not shake when pressing the shutter button blur-free restrictions in the maximum. E-PL5 and E-PM2 using autofocus system FAST (Frequency Acceleration Sensor Technology) similar to the OM-D E-M5 which it calls the world’s fastest autofocus camera. You can see more about the TruePic VI and FAST in the article Olympus launched the OM-D E-M5.   In addition, Olympus also announced a new lens rather special for the Micro Four Thirds system. The lens BCL-15 medium f/8.0 lens may play a role, both can be used as a lid body (body cap). It’s just 9mm thin, within three lenses divided into three groups and can be used to capture wide-angle focal length of 30mm (film equivalent). However, this device kind of pan-focus so you will not be able to adjust the focus automatically, instead it has a lever on the front allows the definition macro in the nearest distance is 30cm. Price for this product has not been disclosed, but it will be under $ 100.     Three other lens Olympus mention on this occasion it was M.Zuiko Digital ED 60mm 1:2.8 Macro, M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm 1:2.0 Limited Black Edition and tube 17mm f/1.8. With resistance to dust and water resistant, it is suitable for use with E-M5 as well as other Micro Four Thirds for macro photography. About the latest focus of the tube is 19cm with a 1:1 magnification. Overlay ZERO (ZUIKO Extra-low Reflection Optical) on the outer surface of the lens promises to reduce the phenomenon of ghost and glare than conventional coatings.     M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm 1:2.0 Limited Black Edition is a limited edition of ordinary 12mm f/2.0 tube. This special paint is a traditional black. It can be used with optical image stabilization system on the new Micro Four Thirds Olympus.     As for tube 17mm f/1.8, currently we do not have much information about it as the company continues to grow. Olympus just say this lens gives nice round bokeh effect, reduces color aberration and edge images. Users can easily monitor DOF and focusing distance thanks to the integrated compass. To activate manual focus mode, customers only need to pull the tube back is finished.   Configuration of the Olympus E-PL5 and E-PM2: 16.1-megapixel Live MOS image sensor ISO range from 100 to 12,800 Shutter speed: 60 seconds to 1/4000 seconds, Image Stabilization: yes, move the sensor Focus with contrast AF system FAST LCD 3 “460.000 pixel resolution, touch support, fingerprint repellent E-PL5 screen flip 170 degrees and down 65 degrees 8fps continuous shooting speed Video recording 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) Supports SD / SDHC / SDXC Compatible memory card Wi-Fi Toshiba FlashAir, using included app OLYMPUS Image Share for Android and iOS Color: E-PL5: silver, white, black; E-PM2: silver, white, black, red Immersion lens: Micro 4/3 EVF accessory options Multiple scene modes and color effects Olympus E-PL5: Galleria.loadTheme (‘/ js / Tinhte / Galleria / themes / folio / galleria.folio.min.js’); $ (“# Galleria_274133980”). Galleria ({ imageCrop: false, maxScaleRatio: 1, preload: 3, fullscreenTransition: ‘fade’ });             Galleria.run (‘# galleria_274133980’);     Olympus E-PM2    Galleria.loadTheme (‘/ js / Tinhte / Galleria / themes / folio / galleria.folio.min.js’); $ (“# Galleria_28180451”). Galleria ({ imageCrop: false, maxScaleRatio: 1, preload: 3, fullscreenTransition: ‘fade’ });             Galleria.run (‘# galleria_28180451’);     According to dpreview, dpreview (2) …

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