R lenses on E-3 now IS- able.

[spylaw4]

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I see that Oly have released a firmware update for the E-3 and 510 that will enable one to use non-4/3 lenses with the in-body IS system. Details here.

Now that's a definite improvement! Makes an E-3 body really useful.

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[goodbokeh]

I see that Oly have released a firmware update for the E-3 and 510 that will enable one to use non-4/3 lenses with the in-body IS system. Details here.

Now that's a definite improvement! Makes an E-3 body really useful.

 

Did the new firmware help with the AF problems some E3 owners were having?

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[spylaw4]

Did the new firmware help with the AF problems some E3 owners were having?

 

I have no idea - as I don't have an E-3........yet. .

 

Quick look at Oly website (have to go through Japan) indicates the following:

 

Enabled use of the Image Stabilization function with non-Four Thirds System interchangeable lenses by inputting a specific focal length.

For details on operations, please click on the URL.

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Matched the rotation of the dial on the rear of the Power Battery Holder HLD-4 and the movement direction of the AF target.

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Increased the number of storable still pictures by improving the battery check when the Power Battery Holder HLD-4 is attached.

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Focusing now stops immediately when the AF start button (AEL/AFL or Fn button) is released.

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Corrected the phenomenon where the flash control caused an under exposure while using bounce flash at short distances with the FL-50R or FL-36R Electronic Flash.

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Improved selection and prioritization of the central 5 ranging points when shooting in C-AF mode and Dynamic-single Target mode.

 

That's all folks!