We are now accepting deposit free pre-orders via email or phone 201-664-4113. The E-M5 will be available in several configuaration body only priced at $999.95 in silver and black. Three camera and lens choices will be available, a black E-M5 with  14 – 42mm lens priced at $1,099.99 and a Silver or Black E-M5 with 12 – 50mm lens priced at $1,299.99. We’re here for any questions you may have.

THE BEGINNING OF THE NEW

A new era in digital SLR technology is about to begin.  Up to now, digital SLRs simply replaced film with an electronic imaging device, which did not significantly change the products in terms of size, weight and user interface.  The new, revolutionary mirrorless camera, the OM-D E-M5, has an exceptionally light and compact body. Its Electronic View Finder enables photographers to check exposure levels, white balance and preview Art Filter effects in real-time.  When shooting, the photographer can instantly “create” a truly unique world and preserve it in exceptional quality.  The “world” will be transformed from something you see to something you “take part” in.

The OM-D is a groundbreaking, new digital interchangeable lens camera perfect for people who want to “take part”, “create”, and “share”.

ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER

The OM-D’s new electronic viewfinder (EVF) features a high-resolution 1.44-million dot LCD, 100% field-of-view coverage, and 1.15x maximum magnification that let you totally immerse yourself in your subject, and actively control image creation. The EVF also enables you to enlarge the focus point for precision focusing in virtually any shooting situation, and can show you the effect of Highlight & Shadow Control, White Balance, Exposure Compensation, Aspect Ratio, and a host of other settings and advanced digital image processing functions right in the viewfinder. With improved precision and responsiveness that make it as easy to use as an optical viewfinder, the OM-D’s advanced EVF gives you virtually unlimited creative control.

HIGH IMAGE QUALITY (samples below)

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FAST AF

The world’s fastest* AF system, FAST AF, has been made even faster and more accurate on the OM-D. Improved new 3D Tracking AF assures you won’t miss the moment even when subjects move toward or away from you, and the new high-sensitivity image sensor ensures superior AF performance even in dim light.

* Among digital cameras with interchangeable lenses available as of February 8, 2012, when using the OLYMPUS M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ lens with the E-M5, based on Olympus in-house measurement conditions.

9.2 FPS HIGH-SPEED SEQUENTIAL SHOOTING

Thanks to the new 16-megapixel Live MOS image sensor’s high-speed read-out performance, the OM-D offers maximum sequential shooting at 9.2 fps, making it easy to capture sports action or fast-moving subjects such as pets and wildlife. In addition, a compact new high-speed shutter mechanism enables the OM-D to offer this performance without compromising the handling advantages of a light and compact body.

5-AXIS IMAGE STABILIZATION

The OM-D is equipped with the world’s first 5-axis image stabilization system, and can compensate for vertical, horizontal, and rotational camera shake that conventional 2-axis systems of the past have been unable to handle. Built into the camera body to ensure effective stabilization with all lenses, its unique 5-axis design makes it particularly effective when taking high-magnification telephoto shots, macro close-ups, and long exposures. In addition, it can be activated by pressing the shutter button halfway, so you can also use it to stabilize the viewfinder image and obtain a crisp, clear view of your subject that makes it easy to frame and compose your shots.

Sensor unit with new 5-AXIS IS

The new 5-AXIS IS can compensate for five different types of movement:

1) pitching, 2) yawing, 3) horizontal movement, 4) vertical movement, and 5) rotational movement around the optical axis. As a result, it can compensate for types of camera shake that conventional 2-axis systems cannot, such as horizontal/vertical shake during macro shooting, rotational shake during long exposure shooting, and the low-frequency shake caused by walking or breathing during movie recording.

DUST-PROOF & SPLASH-PROOF CONSTRUCTION

Trouble-free shooting in all environments is assured by our proven dust-proof and splash-proof technology. Multiple ring-shaped seals protect the camera from sand, dust, rain, and water spray, making it ideal for all kinds of outdoor shooting. What’s more, the OM-D extends this protection to the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ lens, the bundled detachable flash unit, and the optional grip and power battery holder.

TILTING 3-INCH OLED TOUCHSCREEN

In addition to offering dial and button controls, the OM-D is the first Olympus camera to feature a tilting touch screen monitor for intuitive fingertip operation. The 3-inch OLED touch screen delivers high-resolution images of your subject with rich color reproduction. It also responds instantly to your touch with fast operation that makes it easy to focus on subjects, play back images, and adjust settings such as exposure and white balance.

LENSES AND ACCESSORIES

In addition to its new electronic motorized M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ lens with quiet, linear drive AF, the OM-D is supported by an ever-expanding range of wide-angle, macro, portrait, and telephoto Micro Four Thirds M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses. System accessories include cases, straps, filters, external flash units, and mount adapters for Four Thirds System lenses and OM System lenses.

• Intelligent electronic VIEWFINDER

The High Resolution 1.4million dot EVF is a 100% accurate high eye point electronic viewfinder, delivering precise preview accuracy of highlight/shadow control, white balance and exposure for unlimited creative control. Eye sensor technology provides automatic switching between EVF and 3” tilt monitor.  The shooter can choose from three different EVF informational display modes.

• 16 MEGAPIXEL LIVE-MOS SENSOR & TRUEPIC VI IMAGE PROCESSOR

The new 16-megapixel Live-MOS sensor coupled with the newly developed TruePic VI delivers increased ISO sensitivity up to a staggering 25,600 ISO level. Fast data readout for seamless continuous shooting and support for the FAST AF system. This new processor delivers excellent dynamic range, accurate color fidelity and reduced noise, all the way up to maximum 25,600 ISO.

• WORLD’S FASTEST AUTOFOCUS

The E-M5′s “FAST” contrast type AF system is the worlds fastest so you can follow the action no matter how fast it is happening. The 35 area AF design assures offers the flexibility of choosing a 9 AF area or single AF area pattern to match the situation.  Sophisticated “Eye Detection” function allows the photographer to set this feature to detect the right or left eye.

• IN-BODY IMAGE STABILIZATION

The E-M5 features an all new “5 axis” In-body Image Stabilization system that for the first time can compensate for not only vertical and horizontal camera movement, but as well for rotational camera shake that previous systems could not handle.  It is effective for up to five shutter speed steps*.  As it is built-in to the body, all lenses are stabilized, including wide-angle and fisheye lenses

• 3″ 610,000 DOT tilt/Touch OLED LCD

Dust and Splash Proof like the body; tilt and touch LCD gives you the flexibility to capture your image from low on the ground to above your head, or at any angle. The 100 percent accurate LCD delivers the precise compositional previews.  The touch navigation feature allows the shooter to control various functions in the shooting and playback modes with the touch of a finger.

• ART FILTERS

A series of 11 built-in Art Filters, including the all new “Key Line” filter let you create dramatic effects when shooting stills or video. The innovative Art Filters including Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale & Color, Light Tone, Grainy Film, Pin Hole, Diorama, Gentle Sepia, Cross Process, Dramatic Tone and the new Key Line filter, can all be used in all the shooting modes – Aperture, Shutter, Program and Manual modes.  Certain Art Filter effects can even be combined, and creative frames can also be overlaid, all right in the camera.

• RUGGED CONSTRUCTION

Magnesium-alloy and Aluminum construction coupled with advanced splash and dust protection, make the E-M5 the perfect choice for photographers who need a camera that is not limited by harsh environments and that they can depend on in any situation.

• DUST REDUCTION SYSTEM

The E-M5′s proven Dust Reduction System, with the Supersonic Wave Filter™ (SWF) self-cleaning ultrasonic sensor unit, eliminates dust particles on the sensor by silently vibrating an amazing 30,000 times per second, ensuring spot-free images. It is a sealed unit integrated into the stabilizer/sensor assembly.

• SHUTTER DURABILITY

Durable shutter mechanism tested to 100,000 cycles. The pro-level shutter ensures reliability, even during extended burst shooting at nine frames per second.

• DATA STORAGE

The E-M5 accepts SD- SDHC/SDXC, cards in a weatherproof slot.  This media format possesses the ultra-fast data transfer speeds necessary to support burst shooting with simultaneous recording of RAW and JPEG files as well as HD Movie recording.

• MULTIPLE EXPOSURE

Multiple Exposure makes heightened creativity an easily-obtained objective. Two frames can be combined, and portions of one can be combined with those of another in any of the shooting modes. Additional RAW frames can be overlaid in the playback mode.

• MULTIPLE ASPECT RATIOS

Express yourself by altering how you frame the world — choose from nine aspect ratios, from the standard 4:3 to the cinematic 16:9. By selecting an aspect ratio before shooting and easily reviewing images on the LCD throughout the shoot, the Multi-Aspect function adds a new means of expression to your photography.

• WIRELESS FLASH CONTROL

The E-M5 is compatible with a range of optional external flashes, including the Olympus FL-300R and FL-600R. Both of these flashes can be controlled wirelessly by the E-M5 so you can dynamically control lighting as your photography skills grow. The E-M5 features a commander function incorporated into the included clip on FLLM-2 flash, making wireless multi-flash photography possible without using an outside commander.

• DIGITAL LEVELER

The camera’s Digital Leveler function is a highly functional and practical feature for such specialized requirements as architectural photography and other similar needs. It can be displayed on the 3” OLED monitor or in the EVF

• HD VIDEO

Shoot movies at full 1080 HD resolution with available manual control over aperture and shutter speed. This level of control allows you to express your vision exactly how you want in your HD videos. When shooting a movie you have the choice of Standard or HD Movie with or without the 11 Art Filters, total movie creativity is in your control. Record movies in the .avi or .mov formats.

Focus sessions are free and take place in the Westwood store from 9:30 am – 10 am and our Englewood location from 10:30 am – 11:00 am. All sessions will allow for questions and answers. Please bring your camera and any images along that you have questions about.

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Here’s the schedule for January and February:

January 7 – Great Portraits With Your Flash

January 14 – Great Winter Landscape Photos

January 21 – Online Photo Services – How to Use etc.

January 28 – Show Us Your Photos / Critique – All photos in print form

February 4 – Sensor Cleanings

February 11 – Indoor Sports Photography

February 18 – Getting Started with Photo Books

February 25 – Tripods and Monopods

These are free events – bring a friend along if you’d like. Share with your friends on Facebook – Click the Like button below. Hope you can join us!

Bergen County Camera’s Thanksgiving Card
Photo Contest offers $3,000 in prizes – October 19

Deadline for entries: Tuesday, October 18     Looking for our Fall Foliage Tips & State Websites?

Print an Entry Form or pick one up in store  Like Us

Enter your favorite photo that in some way reinforces the gratitude, the change or seasons, or a notable moment. It may be a Fall or harvest landscape, a seasonal celebration, a special family moment, or perhaps something humorous yet engaging.

The entry selected will win a $3.000 Gallery 270 “Portfolio 2” – A collection of 6 stunning, limited edition photographs. The winning image will be featured in Bergen County Camera’s Thanksgiving Card. See a store employee for complete details.

We’re requesting an entry fee of $10 per image ($5 per image for students.) The full entry fee will be donated to Table to Table, which successfully and tirelessly fights hunger in our region.

Contest Details

Photos may be submitted in-store only. Deadline for submissions is October 18, 2011. All formats welcomed. Submissions must be accompanied by a 5×7 print for judging.

Focus sessions are free and take place in the Westwood store from 9:30 am – 10 am and our Englewood location from 10:30 am – 11:00 am. All sessions will allow for questions and answers. Please bring your camera and any images along that you have questions about.

Here’s the schedule for October and November

October 1 – Millbrook Winery Trip Review

October 8 – Show us your Photos – Please bring no more than 2 prints for review

October 15 – Outdoor Sports Photography

October 22 – What’s in Your Camera Bag or Should Be

October 29 – Halloween Photos

November 5 – How to Shoot a Great Holiday Card Photo

November 12 – Getting Better Flash Photos

November 19 – How to Shoot Great Party Photos

November 26 – Thanksgiving Weekend – No Focus Session in Either Location

These are free events – bring a friend along if you’d like. Share with your friends on Facebook – Click the Like button below. Hope you can join us!

Submitted by George Ligos

Daughter-in-Law Lisa Ligos baked this cake to celebrate the 80th birthday of George Ligos. Lisa bakes specialized forms of cakes for all occasions.

Speaker sessions have just been announced for this years NJ Photo Expo. This years sessions are $10 each and include Ron Magill, Jack Reznicki, Elliott Landy, David H. Wells and Cliff Mautner. In addition to all the great specials, there will be a redesigned model photographing and macro photography with ample room for you to take photographs. We’ll also have several Gallery 270 artists on hand to talk about their photography.

Full details and tickets on the NJ Photo Expo website. Hope you can join us.

Expo tickets are Free – Speaker sessions are just $10 each.

Focus sessions are free and take place in the Westwood store from 9:30 am - 10 am and our Englewood location from 10:30 am – 11:00 am. All sessions will allow for questions and answers. Please bring your camera and any images along that you have questions about.

Here’s the schedule for August 13 – October 1, 2011

August 13 – All About Camcorders – How To Choose

August 20 – What’s in Your Camera Bag or Should Be

August 27 – Sensor Cleaning

September 3 – Labor Day – No Session

September 10 – Tripods & Monopods

September 17 – How to Photograph at a Vineyard

September 24 – New Jersey Photo Expo tomorrow – No Session

October 1 – Millbrook Winery Trip Review

These are free events - bring a friend along if you’d like. Share with your friends on Facebook – Click the Like button below.

Focus sessions are free and take place in the Westwood store from 9:30 am - 10 am and our Englewood location from 10:30 am – 11:00 am. All sessions will allow for question and answers. Please bring your camera and any images along that you have questions about.

Here’s the schedule for July 2 – August 13, 2011

July 2 – Fireworks Photography

July 9 – Vacation Photography

July 16 – Get Steady – Monopods and Tripods

July 23 – Lenses – From wide and to telephoto – how to select and use.

July 30 - Getting better flash pictures

August 6 – Critique your photos – please bring two prints to discuss what you are doing right and get suggestions to improve

August 13 - Choosing the perfect camcorder

These are free events - bring a friend along if you’d like. Share with your friends on Facebook – Click the Like button below.

Focus sessions are free and take place in the Westwood store from 9:30 – 10 am and our Englewood location from 10:30 am – 11:00 am. All sessions will allow for question and answers. Please bring your camera and any images along that you have questions about.

Here’s the schedule for May 21 – July 2, 2011

May 21 – Sensor Cleaning How to – Learn what’s needed to clean your sensor. This is a great skill to have as dust always happens when your are least prepared!

May 28 – Get Steady – Monopods and Tripods

June 4 – How to photograph at the zoo – great preparation for our June 5 Bronx Zoo trip

June 11 – Longwood Gardens Trip – discussion, critique and suggestions for next steps

June 18 – Online Photofinishing – Books – Albums – Photo Mugs and more!

June 25 -

Westwood – Bronx Zoo trip discussion, critique and suggestions
Englewood Concert Photography

July 2 – Fireworks Photography

These are free events – be sure to bring a friend along if you’d like. Share with your friends on Facebook – Click the Like button below.

This years expo takes place on September 25, 2011 – Bergen County Camera’s NJ Photo Expo

The NJ Photo Expo October 3, 2010 at the Park Ridge Marriott features more than 20 Focus Sessions on topics ranging from Apertures to Zooms. These include:

• “Nikon Lens Technology” – Join Nikon’s Technical Sales Representative, Christopher Knapp, as he demonstrates the benefits and technology of the Nikon Lens systems available to both DX and FX lines.
• “Nikon Flash Technology” – Join Nikon’s Technical Sales Representative, Christopher Knapp, as he demonstrates and discusses the Nikon flash system.
• “Editing with the Nikon System” – Join Nikon’s Technical Sales Representative, Christopher Knapp, as he demonstrates the new Nikon ViewNX2 and CaptureNX 2 software, showing you how to efficiently manage your editing workflow.
• “Quality of Light in Your Photography” – presented by Expo Imaging, Lumiquest & Quantum
• “The Canon Wireless Speedlight Studio – Start to Finish in 20 Minutes or Less!” – presented by Canon Cameras
• “Choosing the Right Camcorder” – presented by Canon Video
• “Landscape Photography Techniques with Canon TC-80N3” – presented by Canon Cameras
• “Stepping Up to Larger Size Printing with Canon” – presented by Canon Printers
• “Nikon Lens Technology” – Join Nikon’s Technical Sales Representative, Christopher Knapp, as he demonstrates the benefits and technology of the Nikon Lens systems available to both DX and FX lines.
• “Nikon Flash Technology” – Join Nikon’s Technical Sales Representative, Christopher Knapp, as he demonstrates and discusses the Nikon flash system.
• “Editing with the Nikon System” – Join Nikon’s Technical Sales Representative, Christopher Knapp, as he demonstrates the new Nikon ViewNX2 and CaptureNX 2 software, showing you how to efficiently manage your editing workflow.
• “The Leica S2 System” – presented by Leica
• “The Leica M9 System” – presented by Leica
• “Giottos & baLens Products” – presented by HP Marketing
• “Casio: A Unique Brand in Cameras Today” – presented by Casio
• “Nature & Wildlife Photography with John Isaac” – presented by Olympus
• “What Will You Create with Your Olympus PEN?”  – presented by Olympus
• “The Diamond Warranty: Why it’s a Good Choice” – presented by Mack Warranty
• “Travel: Getting Your Gear Safely to Your Destination” – presented by Think Tank
• “Lowepro Bags – No Excuses” – presented by Lowepro
• “The Sony A33 System” – presented by Sony
• “The Sony A55 System” – presented by Sony
• “Photographic Techniques” – presented by Sony
• “Capture Your Memories in Stunning 3D” – Presented by Panasonic
• “Sports Shooting with a Long Zoom” – Presented by Panasonic
• “It’s a Small World – Intro to Micro 4/3 & Touch Shooting” – Presented by Panasonic
• “Creative Foliage Photography with a Point & Shoot” – presented by Panasonic

Scheduling will be provide at the event signup and are first come first served and limited to about 35 people each.