Purchasing

What is TruePic Technology?
According to the Olympus website, "Regardless of image size, TruePic uses information from all the pixels--up to 2.5 million--in processing an image...it sets a higher standard for quality, creating sharper and more life-like images in any size...it promises to be a core Olympus technology in the years ahead." More info on TruePic Technology

What is the difference between the C-2500L and the D-620L/C-1400XL?

	C-2500L	D-620L C-1400XL
CCD (Pixel Size)	2.5MP (effective 2.34MP)	1.4MP (effective 1.31MP)
Image Resolution	SHQ: 1712 x 1368 SQ: 1280 x 1024 / 640 x 512	SHQ: 1280 x 1024 SQ: 640 x 512
Memory	SmartMedia (3.3v) up to 64MB CompactFlash Cards (Type I, any size)	SmartMedia only up to 32MB
Maximum Picture File Size	SHQ TIFF: 6960K SHQ JPEG: 1952K HQ: 576K SQ (1280 x 1024): 448K SQ (640 x 512): 80K	SHQ JPEG: 952K HQ: 320K SQ (640 x 512): 80K
Recording time of image data (sm card)	SHQ TIFF: 16 sec. SHQ JPEG: 7 sec. HQ: 4.3 sec. SQ (1280 x 1024): 6.3 sec. SQ (640 x 512): 5 sec.	SHQ JPEG: 11 sec. HQ: 10 sec. SQ (640 x 512): 8 sec.
File Type	TIFF (non-compression) JPEG (DCF: Design rule for Camera File System) coping with DPOF.	JPEG (JFIF)
Focus Range	Normal: 24" to infinity Macro: 12" to 24" Super Macro: 0.8" to 12"	Normal: 24" to infinity Macro: 12" to 24"
Exposure Control	Programmed Auto Exposure Mode Aperture Priority Mode Manual Exposure Mode Auto: 1/2 - 1/10,000 sec. Manual: 8 - 1/10,000 sec.	Programmed Auto Exposure Mode Auto: 1/4 - 1/10,000 sec.
Flash	Built-in (with slow sync setting) Hot-Shoe Optional FL-40 works as TTL flash	Built-in PC Connector
ISO	100/200/400	100
LCD	1.8" TFT High Resolution 2x, 4x (scroll available)	1.8" TFT
Quick Focus	15 settings plus infinity	2 settings plus infinity
Manual Focus	15 settings plus infinity	Not possible
Remote Control	RM-1	None
Video Output	PAL	Not possible

What is the difference between the C-2500L and the newer C-3030Z?

C-2500L (2.5 Megapixel)	C-3030Z (3.3 Megapixel)
Prosumer SLR	Consumer Range-Finder
2/3-inch progressive scan CCD (allows for faster shutter speeds.)	0.55-inch interlaced CCD (requires mechanical shutter)
Shutter speed: 1/10,000 - 8 sec.	Shutter speed: 1/800 - 16 sec.
Less noise due to larger pixel wells; true color with less fringing	Interlaced CCD's tend to be a little noisier with a little bit of color fringing in some cases
TruePic Technology (allows the image to have all pixel information at all resolutions)	Uses a more typical algorithm
Can use both SmartMedia & CompactFlash Type I cards	Can use SmartMedia card only
Both cameras can be expected to produce excellent results, but the C-2500L may outperform the C-3030Z in some areas and vice versa (the C-3030Z has novelty extras such as movie mode, B&W and sepia tone.) The C-2500L is a more expensive camera to build offering many unique technical features and advances.

Where on the web can I find the best price for the C-2500L?
Go to CNET Shopper, Pricescan, Price Grabber or Pricewatch for a listing of prices from various web dealers. In addition, Camera Shop Postings website offers reader-contributed reports and complaints on various mail-order camera stores. Also, check out ResellerRatings.com for user evaluations of online computer hardware vendors.

What are some of the best online sites for ordering the C-2500L and various accessories?

	Two of the best sites for ordering photographic equipment is B&H Photo and CameraWorld (bought out by Ritz; 4/23/02.) Also, State Street Direct, Computers4sure, Precision Camera & Video.
	In Montréal, Quebec, Canada try L. L. Lozeau.
	In Toronto, Canada try Henry's
	In the U.K. try Jessops On-Line, Kamera Direct, Web Sites of U.K. Camera Shops, and U.K. Camera Shops.
	In Australia, try Camera Action Camera House.
	In South Africa, you can purchase the C-2500L at Cats Telly Sound, Shop U9 Eastgate Centre, Bedfordview.

What items come with the camera?
The Camedia C-2500L sells at a list price of $1499 and comes with:

	C-2500L SLR Digital Camera
	32 MB SmartMedia Card (in USA only; 8 MB SmartMedia Card in Europe & Asia)
	4 NiMH rechargeable batteries and charger
	Lithium battery (CR2025)
	RM-1 remote control
	Strap, lens cap holder and lens cap
	RS-232C PC serial cable
	Conversion connector for Macintosh
	CD-ROM includes PhotoDeluxe 3.0 for Windows 95/98/NT4.0, PhotoDeluxe 2.0 Macintosh OS 7.1 - 8.x, Enroute Quick Stitch-Macintosh & Windows, and Olympus Camedia Master 1.11. European bundle contains MediaSuite Pro 1.0 with PhotoGenetics plug-in.
	User guide and registration card

What are the recommended system requirements?
Windows IBM PC/ATA compatible

	Win 95, Win 98, Win NT 4.0
	CD-ROM Drive
	32 MB RAM or greater
	75 MB minimum available HD space
	Standard RS-232 Interface (0-SUB 9-pin connector)
	Monitor with thousands of colors; millions of colors recommended Macintosh
	601 PowerPC CPU or later
	Mac OS 725x or later with QuickTime 3.0
	CD-ROM Drive
	32 MB RAM or greater
	75 MB minimum available HD space
	Macintosh serial port (modem or printer port)
	Monitor with thousands of colors; millions of colors recommended

Do I need to send in the warranty card?
No, but be sure to save your original receipt showing your camera purchase and the warranty card which has your camera's serial number recorded on it.

Olympus has recently added a Camera Registration Page to their website.
If you go to the Olympus Site for camera registration, you can find it on the left hand side of the page under Online Support there is a link to the Camera Registration Page for online registration.

Can the C-2500L use Type II (Microdrive) CompactFlash Cards?
The camera cannot use Type II CompactFlash cards, only Type I cards which meet the CFA standard. When using a cf card be sure to format the card with the Camedia C-2500L before using it.

What type of batteries does the camera use?
The camera ships with four NiMH batteries and an Olympus charger. NiCD batteries can also be used. Manganese and lithium batteries cannot be used as they may overheat and damage the camera.

What are the specs on the Olympus AC Adapter?
The Olympus AC Adapter, model #C-7AU has the following specs: Input: AC120V 50/60Hz 0.3A, Output: DC6.5v 2A, (-)--Co--(+)

Which filters does Olympus recommend for use with the C-2500L?
Olympus recommends using a 43mm-55mm step-up ring with the following Olympus filters:

	Circular Polarizer #108139
	ND2 (neutral density) #108147
	ND4 (neutral density) #108148
	Skylight 1A #108142
	UV Haze L39C #108140 Other filters not manufactured by Olympus which can be used (55mm size):
	Star Cross 4x & 6x
	Close-up +1, +2, & +4
	Soft Focus Olympus 43mm-55mm step-up ring #200527

Where can I find a ring flash for use with the C-2500L for taking intraoral dental photographs?
d-store now offers dental imaging solutions for professionals interested in taking intraoral photographs with the C-2500L. They offer modified slave ring flash units as well as step-up rings, the Olympus B-Macro H.Q. Converter Lens with flash diffuser, and other accessories necessary for taking better intraoral photographs. You need to be aware that it will take a lot of practice when using the ring flash in order to achieve acceptable pictures.

Dicom Imaging Systems also offers the C-2500L as well as the same modified ring flash and camera supplies but at a much greater cost. They also offer plug-in programs that will show the effects of bleaching and cosmetic changes to the patient. They are presently developing a plug-in that will allow digital radiographs to be used in the imaging program (bypassing the program altogether.)

Can I use a monocular with the C-2500L?
No. The camera does not work well with any monoculars presently on the market; severe vignetting occurs. Part of the problem appears to be the larger size of the CCD used in the C-2500L.

Can I use EagleEye's OpticZoom 5X lens with the C-2500L?
At this time, the company is recommending that you defer your purchase until they have completed their testing of the lens with the C-2500L; it appears to cause vignetting. They will post sample pictures on their website so that you will know the exact amount of vignetting produced by this lens.

Can I perform near infrared photography techniques with the C-2500L?
Olympus has stated that the 2500 does not have an IR filter over the CCD, which means near infrared photography techniques can be performed with the proper filters. Several members of the C-2500L email discussion group are experimenting with the Hoya Infrared R72 filter using manual focus and 2-second exposures, then bringing their photos into Photoshop for post processing. Further information on near IR technique.