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Is this the camera we've been waiting for? We'll have to get our hands on one to find out, but it's promising. The Olympus E-P2 combines a micro-four thirds sensor with interchangeable high quality optics without going the DSLR route. We like this, because it lets the live view feature work the way it should, instead of being forced to accommodate the mirror found in DSLRs. Except for a swing out viewfinder (a detachable display for the hotshoe helps make up for that) this has all the look of what Lecia should be doing with its M series, but isn't.

Product Description: The stylish retro black metal body of the new E-P2 may be reminiscent of a traditional rangefinder - but there's nothing traditional about this powerful new camera from Olympus. The E-P2 is a 12.3-megapixel interchangeable lens camera, and it blends the high-quality still images of a DSLR with High Definition (HD) video, stereo Linear PCM audio recording and in-camera creativity - all inside an ultra-portable, easy-to-use body.

The E-P2 is the world's smallest 12.3-mexapixel interchangeable lens system camera, yet has the creative flexibility to give you a true professional experience with ease. A still photo, video and audio recorder in one, the E-P2 creates exceptional photos, inventive slide shows, and remarkable videos for sharing with family or for posting on many of today's social networking websites. It delivers professional quality images without the bulk of a conventional DSLR, thanks to its slim body and advanced high-speed imager AF (Live View) technologies. Accessory port - new port for connecting new accessories (mic & live-finder) Movie mode - Shoot movies at 30 fps in 720p with available manual control over aperture and shutter speed Sound recording - capable of recording & playing back WAV files TruePic V Image Processor - delivers excellent dynamic range, accurate color fidelity & reduced noise Art Filters - 6 built-in Art Filters A Dust Reduction System - Supersonic Wave Filter assures spot-free images In-body Image Stabilization system - compensates for up to four shutter speed steps with any lens Electronic Image Stabilization - compensates for camera shake Full manual control & 19 Automatic Scene Modes Specifications Effective Pixels number - 12.3 million pixels Image Sensor - High speed Live MOS Sensor Lens mount - Micro Four Thirds Mount Monitor - 3 LCD Flash - external E-system Flash Media - SD memory card (recommended SDHC class 6) File form

(Source: Olympus)