Epson's PhotoPC 750Z Megapixel Zoom Digital Camera Now Shipping

Business Wire, Feb 18, 1999

TORRANCE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 18, 1999--

Delivering 1600 x 1200 Pixel Resolution with HyPict(TM) Image

Enhancement Technology, 6X Zoom, and 12MB Memory, the PhotoPC 750Z

Provides Maximum Versatility and Value for Under $800

Epson, the creator of high quality, award-winning imaging products, today announced the shipping of the PhotoPC 750Z, its first megapixel, 6X zoom digital camera with Epson's revolutionary HyPict(TM) image enhancement technology.

This easy-to-use camera comes with 4MB internal memory and an 8MB CompactFlash card from Lexar Media(TM) for a total of 12 MB out of the box. In addition, the PhotoPC 750Z employs a new Solar Assist(TM) Panel to illuminate the LCD monitor in direct sunlight and save battery power.

"We are very excited about shipping the newest generation of Epson digital cameras, the PhotoPC 750Z," said Lisa Dempsey, assistant product manager, digital cameras, Epson. "The PhotoPC 750Z embodies a full feature set, allowing business users, photo enthusiasts and consumers to maximize its state of the art capabilities and achieve high-quality digital images."

About the PhotoPC 750Z

The PhotoPC 750Z is the first Epson digital camera to offer optical zoom. Consumers can use the 3X optical zoom feature to capture images from 34mm to 102mm or the 2X digital zoom to crop-on-the-fly, reducing file sizes and conserving memory. Both optical and digital zooms can also be used together to achieve 6X zoom.

In addition, the PhotoPC 750Z allows users to increase the resolution from its true 1280 x 960 pixel resolution to an interpolated 1600 x 1200 or 1.92 million pixels with Epson's revolutionary new HyPict image enhancement technology. Occurring inside the camera and before JPEG compression, HyPict utilizes all the image data to produce 1600 x 1200 images that can be printed up to 8" x 10".

The PhotoPC 750Z also features Epson's Quick Shot picture taking mode, allowing users to snap a photo within three seconds of capturing the previous image. To capture action photos, users can use the Quick Shot mode or the PhotoPC 750Z's expanded Continuous Shoot mode which provides the ability to capture two 640 x 480 images per second up to 16 images.

Furthermore, the PhotoPC 750Z increases productivity without increasing cost by including Epson's NiMH Power Pak, consisting of four AA size NiMH batteries and charger to lower the overall cost of ownership. The camera aoys a new Solar Assist Panel to illuminate the LCD monitor in direct sunlight and save battery power.

The PhotoPC 750Z also provides an expanded Direct Print capability and a software bundle that includes Sierra Imaging's Image Expert(TM) software, an excellent package for retrieving, organizing, enhancing and printing images. Among other exciting new features, a panorama stitching capability allows users to create spectacular panorama images. Also included with the PhotoPC 750Z are Epson's TWAIN driver, Photo File Uploader, Program Uploader and Direct Print driver software.

Pricing and Availability

The PhotoPC 750Z megapixel zoom color digital camera is now available for an estimated street price of $799 through computer and office superstores, mail order and other major retailers.

Carrying a one-year warranty, the PhotoPC 750Z is supported by the EPSON Connection, a fully automated customer support and technical assistance line. For more information on Epson and its products, call 800/GO-EPSON (800/463-7766) or visit the company's website at http://www.epson.com.

About Epson

Epson offers an extensive array of award-winning image capture and image output products for the consumer, business and graphic arts markets. The company is also a leading supplier of value-added point-of-sale (POS) solutions for the retail market.

Founded in 1975, Epson America, Inc. is the U.S. affiliate of Japan-based Seiko Epson Corp., a global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration and energy efficiency. Epson America, Inc. is headquartered in Torrance.

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