Firmware Update Increases Autofocus Speeds Of Olympus PEN Cameras

on 04/15/2010, filed in Home > Photo-Video

One of the most common criticisms of the Olympus E-P1, E-P2 and E-PL1 cameras will have to be their autofocus (AF) speeds, and it seems that Olympus has taken the time to try and sort that issue out, via a new firmware update. As mentioned, the updated firmware will increase the AF speeds for these models by a minimum of 15%, regardless of the lens you’re using. If you own any of the above cameras and are frustrated with the autofocus speeds, this firmware update might be what you’ve been screaming for all this while.

Olympus: Olympus Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer of optics and reprography products, as well as precision machinery and instruments based in Tokyo, Japan. Olympus was founded in the year 1919 by Takeshi Yamashita and was previously named "Takachiho Seisakush" which was derived from Mt. Takachiho. The company then changed its name to the Greek mythology-inspired Olympus Optical Co., Ltd. in 1949 to "reflect its strong aspiration to create high-quality, world-famous products." And after many years of existence, the company eventually opted for the much simpler name Olympus Corporation in 2003. Olympus's products include digital cameras (like the OM-D E-M5), film cameras, lenses, voice recorders, and digital audio players.

Join a great community!