Compact camera Olympus STYLUS XZ-2 is estimated at $ 600, Confirming the preliminary information, the company introduced a compact camera Olympus STYLUS XZ-2. The new model takes the place of the flagship compact camera Olympus. According to the manufacturer, the STYLUS XZ-2 common dignity, more typical of SLR cameras, such as the availability of manual controls, and the benefits of a compact camera – small dimensions and weight.

The device is equipped with a iZUIKO DIGITAL f1.8-2.5, a feature which is, according to Olympus, the world’s first hybrid operating ring. Selecting the “digital” mode rings, you can make it move discretely, which is convenient, for example, to change settings. In the “analog” mode ring moves smoothly, which is convenient for the zoom and focus. The lens covers a range of EGF 28-112 mm and a maximum aperture range zoom ranges from F / 1,8 to F / 2,5.

As expected, the camera uses a CMOS image sensor type on the back illumination, a resolution of 12 megapixels. Format Sensor – 1/1, 7 inches. Data processing processor TruePic VI.
The camera has a built-in flash and a movable LCD screen size of three inches. Interestingly, the housing element that is used to capture, made removable. Because of this, photographers will be able to satisfy the desire to give the camera a bit of personality, and producer – to capitalize on this desire.
As for shooting high definition video, already included in the standard set of features cameras, STYLUS XZ-2 supports 1080p Full HD resolution with stereo sound. Compression is in the format of MOV or H.264.

Along with the camera will be available in three variants of “enough” in three colors (red, beige and lilac), cover, and underwater housing.
In the U.S., sales of Olympus STYLUS XZ-2 will begin in November, priced at $ 600.