Another camera to be announced by Olympus today is the 7 megapixel Olympus FE-240. The digicam has been equipped with a high performing 5x optical zoom (equiv. to 38-190mm on a 35mm model) and promises to be a true work-horse.

The Olympus FE-240 also includes a 2.5" LCD and has the “one button, one function” design principle,making operating hassle free and extremely intuitive. A mode dial lets one access eight different shooting programs. Those expecting a bulky device due to the 5x lens are in for a surprise as the digicam is housed in a slim and stylish metal body – available in either silver or black.

The Olympus FE-240 is just 17.6mm thick and includes a variety of familiar situations thanks to 15 special scene modes, such as Fireworks or Self Portraits. A mode dial lets one access eight different shooting programs, which include High ISO Setting mode with ISO 1250, Super Macro and Movie recording with sound. The camera also comes bundled with the Olympus Master software which can edit, view and archive photos on a computer. The Olympus FE-240 will be available in UK camera shops from February 2007 with an estimated price of £180.