SOUTHEND, England, June 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

'Test & Wow' - Olympus try-before-you-buy offer builds peace of mind into products

For ambitious photographers looking to invest in a top-quality camera, test results, blogs and likes are all excellent ways to compare the latest products. But to really find the perfect fit for your needs, nothing beats picking up the most promising equipment at a specialist shop. Even better is an extended test of your own at home. Olympus' 'Test & Wow' program lets customers try out its most successful cameras and lenses* - for three days, in their own time, away from the shop, no strings attached. The free trial offer is evidence of Olympus' faith in the user-friendly design of its award-winning cameras and lenses, not to mention their build and picture quality. Test & Wow participants are spoilt for choice. In addition to the category-defying STYLUS 1 compact camera, they can borrow award-winning Olympus interchangeable-lens system cameras - from the retro-styled PEN family and the top-of-the-range OM-D series including the new E-M5 Mark II - in combination with one or more high-performance M.ZUIKO lenses.

Reserving a test camera or lens is simple. First browse online, then pick out and register your preferred trial product(s), Olympus dealer and date on the website. Your test package will be ready when you arrive in the store**. The test period lasts three working days, including the pick-up and return day, which guarantees at least one full day of testing before it's time to return your Olympus gear to the shop. Of course, you can arrange the test directly at the shop as well. The Test & Wow program is currently available in a total of 60 dealerships across the UK. To get your trial started, go to http://www.olympus.co.uk .

* Subject to availability. The website checks availability prior to reservation.
** Participating dealers may request a refundable deposit.

For questions or additional information, please contact:
Claire Voyle
Olympus UK
Tel.: +44(0)1702-616333
Email: Claire.Voyle@olympus.co.uk

SOURCE Olympus Europa SE & Co. KG