Introducing the Olympus D540 3.2 MP Digital Camera, an ideal companion for both novice photographers and experienced enthusiasts. This camera combines user-friendly features with high-quality optics, ensuring that you capture stunning photographs with ease.

The D540 is built with a durable silver-toned polycarbonate body that not only looks sleek but also offers robust protection. It features a shutter-style lens barrier that keeps the lens safe when not in use. With a 3.2-megapixel resolution, this camera allows you to create vibrant prints up to 11 x 14 inches, making it perfect for your cherished memories.

Equipped with a powerful 3x optical zoom, the D540 can take you closer to the action. When combined with a 3.3x digital zoom, you achieve a total zoom capability of 10x. This seamless zoom functionality is facilitated by an aspherical all-glass zoom lens, which consists of 7 lenses arranged in 6 groups. The focal length of 5.8-17.4mm (which is equivalent to 38-114mm in 35mm photography) and an aperture range of f2.9-f5.0 provide flexibility for various shooting conditions.

The movie mode allows you to record short videos, providing even more versatility. Although the D540 does not include audio in movie recordings, its companion model, the D580, offers a 4-megapixel resolution with sound.

One of the standout features of the D540 is the TruePic Turbo image processor. This innovative technology sharpens image clarity, enhances contrast, and enriches color, giving your photos a lifelike quality. Moreover, this processor significantly speeds up the camera’s performance, making it 30% faster in processing images and ensuring a quick shutter release time.

The D540’s menu architecture is designed for simplicity. You can easily navigate through the menu using arrow buttons, allowing for quick adjustments to your settings. Additionally, the camera features seven preset shooting modes which can be accessed via the Virtual Dial visible on the LCD menu. These modes include:

• Program Auto
• Portrait
• Portrait-Landscape
• Landscape
• Night Scene
• Self Portrait
• Movie

To ensure that your images look their best, the D540 includes a 1.8-inch TFT color LCD monitor with approximately 85,000 pixels, allowing for easy review of your shots. It also features an optical real-image viewfinder for composing your images accurately.

For those moments when you need to capture fast-moving subjects, the D540 offers a burst shooting mode, allowing you to take 1.5 frames per second for up to 12 frames. Additionally, the built-in flash provides various modes, including auto, red-eye reduction, fill-in, and off.

When it comes to printing, the D540 supports PictBridge technology. This feature allows you to connect your camera directly to a compatible printer without the need for a computer, making it incredibly convenient to print your photos on-the-go.

Images are stored on XD Picture Card memory cards, which are compact yet efficient. The included 16 MB card can hold approximately 20 images at the highest resolution setting, ensuring you have enough space for your favorite moments. Transferring images to your computer is straightforward, thanks to USB 1.1 connectivity, compatible with both Windows and Mac systems.

Powering the D540 requires either 2 AA batteries (alkaline included, rechargeable NiMH recommended) or 1 CR-V3 battery. The camera has a compact size of 4 x 2.2 x 1.5 inches (W x H x D) and weighs just 5.3 ounces, making it easy to carry wherever you go.

In the box, you’ll find the Olympus D540 digital camera, a 16 MB XD Picture Card, a USB cable, two AA alkaline batteries, a wrist strap, a quick-start guide, and an instruction manual. Additionally, the package includes a CD-ROM featuring Camedia Master software, Adobe Acrobat Reader, and the Camera Reference Manual.

With the Olympus D540 3.2 MP Digital Camera, taking beautiful pictures is not just easy; it’s also enjoyable. Whether you’re capturing family gatherings, stunning landscapes, or everyday moments, this camera will meet your needs and exceed your expectations.