I received some additional information about the upcoming Olympus E-M1X camera and new flash system:
The Olympus E-M1X is toughest, fastest and smartest OM-D yet, featuring the world's best image stabilization and stand out new capabilities including 50mp Hi-Res Shot handheld. The new built-in vertical grip houses two batteries for extended use and a deep finger rest for both horizontal and vertical positions gives a more comfortable grip. New twin processors take high-speed performance to another level for both image processing and a re-developed intelligent autofocus system. The magnesium alloy body is fully IPX1 weather resistance tested.
- Weight 997g
- Body (WxHxD) 144.4 x 146.8 x 75.4mm
- Effective Resolution 20.4 megapixels
- Continuous Shooting Speed 18 fps
- 50 MP Handheld High Res shot functionality. Building on the HiRes innovation on the E-M1 MK II where a tripod was required, the E-M1X can now take a 50mp HiRes shot handheld. Using a tripod it can now produce 80mp images.
- World's best Image stabilization: In combination with a M.Zuiko IS PRO lens, this technology enables the 5-axis sync IS to compensate for approx. 7.5 shutter speed steps.
- Totally new AF system with various AF target modes and settings and intelligent subject tracking.
- With locked AF, the E-M1X features high-speed sequential shooting at a maximum of 60 fps to capture split-second moments that the human eye cannot see. With AF/AE tracking, a maximum of 18 fps may be reached.
- Key OM-D Movie video capabilities: 4K and C4K, OM-Log400, Different levels of IS, 120 fps high-speed shooting in Full HD
- Anti-flicker shooting capabilities
- Integrated field sensors to add detailed metadata to pictures and video
- Live ND feature for slow shutter effects without an external filter.
- Dust, splash, & freezeproof. Weatherproofing maintained even when connecting microphone, earphone or remote control cable
- Integrated field sensors to add detailed metadata to pictures and video
- Two UHS-II SD card slots for high-speed responsiveness
- Two batteries in innovative cartridge system and USB charging capabilities
- The sensor dust reduction system now features an improved Super Sonic Wave Filter (SSWF) with a special coating which vibrates 30,000 times per second further reducing the possibility of dust or dirt ruining photos and equipment by factor 10
- Capture up to 2,580 images before having to recharge. Featuring USB Power Delivery (USB-PD) from up to 100 W power sources, both batteries in the camera body can be fully charged in approximately two hours
- A new Wi-Fi capture allows tethered shooting without a cable and makes it possible to transfer images wirelessly to a computer with the Olympus
- Prices:
- Olympus E-M1X body ¥365,040 / £2,799
- Olympus FL-700WR: ¥38,880
- Olympus Flash Commander FC-WR: ¥34,560
- Olympus Flash Receiver FR-WR: ¥23,760
See also the previously rumored E-M1X specifications:
