The E-3's fully crossed array high-speed 11-point auto focusing system and precision tracking performance (side-to-side and near-to-far) are driven by a dedicated AF data processing engine that uses a newly developed distance-measuring algorithm to process data from 11 biaxial sensors simultaneously. It provides exacting auto focus precision at exceptional speeds.

Paired biaxial sensors that detect contrast on both the vertical and horizontal axis help ensure maximum precision and low-light AF performance. The 11 biaxial sensors effectively provide the AF engine with a total of 88 different data points to calculate correct focus. In addition, pixel multiplication technologies boost performance in low light; as a result, processing speed is 15 times faster than with previous systems.

Imagine all the spectacular images you can capture using the E-3's 1/8000 second high-speed shutter, while shooting at maximum aperture even under very bright lighting conditions. Without a doubt, the E-3 will allow you to fully enjoy the superior imaging power of Zuiko Digital lenses. What's more, the E-3 boasts an ultra-fast shutter release time, allowing instant shooting for superior tracking and response. The camera also employs a highly reliable mirror construction — engineered to achieve the precision required for the high-speed 1/8000 second shutter. Simplifying the drive mechanism increases precision while reducing transmission loss. And a carbon-based plastic was used for the mirror box to provide twice the rigidity of conventional mirror boxes.