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| Brand: Olympus
Category: Photography
List Price: $699.99
Buy New: $579.00
You Save: $120.99 (17%)
New (9) Used (6) from $499.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  168 reviews
Sales Rank: 895
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 3
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 42
Minimum Focal Length: 14
Maximum Resolution: 10
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 5.4 x 3.6 x 2.7
nv:Sensor: 10 Megapixel
Image Resolution: 3648 x 2736 pixels - 640 x 480 pixels
Movie Resolution: 3648 x 2736 pixels
Storage Media: Compatible CF Type I / II / MicroDrive
Compressed Format: JPEG
Compressed Format: RAW + JPEG
Compressed Format: DCF
Compressed Format: DPOF compatible/Exif
Compressed Format: PRINT Image Matching III
Compressed Format: RAW (12-bit)
Optical Viewfinder: Approx.0.92x (-1m-1, 50mm lens, infinity)
LCD Monitor: 2.5-inch
LCD Pixels: 230,000 pixels
LCD Coverage: 95%
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: 262072
Model: 262072
UPC: 050332160484
EAN: 0050332160484
ASIN: B000NVXF30
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 Improved Camera, August 3, 2007
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
after waiting for Olympus to produce a digital SLR, then upgrading thru the models, the Evolt E-510 is a winner. The camera returns to the dual memory card system, doubling storage potential, which is important with the larger file size due to increase in pixels. You can always crank down the resolution to record more photos when in a jam, but then why have this high end camera.
The live view capability has its place, however transitioning from view to shoot is noisy and a bit tricky to learn how to get in and out of. The improved information display has taken full advantage of the LCD screen. The capability of changing 18 different camera settings quickly(from A/S, to resolution, to flash, to ISO), beats memorizing where to look on the menu list.
There is a long list of accessories and lenses to fit the camera. The purchased package contains two standard lenses,which have very good optics and range. However if budget and experience allow, consider the body plus High (or Super High) Grade lens options.
 Terrific travel DSLR July 31, 2007
45 out of 45 found this review helpful
I'm a long time photographer that places high value on construction quality and ergonomics, My original search lead me to a Panasonic DMC-L1 and nothing I looked at in the $1000-$2000 range had the quality feel and traditional ergonomics of the L1. For studio work I love the L1 but its size and weight make it a less ideal travel companion.
One of the original premises of the 4/3 system was being able to offer high quality pictures from a system that was less expensive, smaller, and lighter. Olympus seems to be offering several products that fit that premise. The latest being the E-510
The E-510 body is relatively light, very rigid and sturdy, with a quality feel. The two kit lenses (14-42 and 45-150) have the same cheap, horrid feel of other "kit" lenses, but these are considerably smaller and lighter and of higher optical quality than most. This two lens kit is capable of very high quality pictures over a large zoom range, while not taking up much space or weighing much. Its ideal for travel where you want a DSLR instead of a SuperZoom. Olympus offers plenty of high quality lenses and accessories if you want to make this kit the basis for a much larger system. I've added an 18-180 lans and Fl36 flash to mine so far.
The E-510 is as capable as anything else in its price range. Why would you or wouldn't you want to purchase it over its competition?
Pro's
- System small size, light weight, and high quality
- Effective Sensor self cleaning (don't underestimate this one)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization (a bit less effective than lens based but much cheaper)
- Awesome battery life
- Live view
Con's
- 4/3 sensor smaller and intrinsically less sensitive than larger APS sensors
- 4/3 viewfinder a bit dimmer and smaller making manual focus more difficult
- Creative program modes not as well done as some of the competition
What's missing?
- An auto ISO that permits 800 and 1600
- A sports mode that senses movement and adjusts aperture and ISO to ensure a frozen image
- Permit base changes of creative mode settings (currently lost when you leave and reselect a creative mode)
All of these missing things could be addressed in a firmware upgrade. Are you listening Olympus? ;-)
Olympus E510 camera body July 26, 2007
0 out of 16 found this review helpful
Olympus Evolt E510 10MP Digital SLR Camera with CCD Shift Image Stabilization (Body Only) It satisfied all my expections.
A dSLR that both a pro and a consumer can enjoy alike July 21, 2007
99 out of 99 found this review helpful
I have had this camera for about a month and after using this, I felt compelled to write this review, especially after seeing some comments from first time SLR owners.
My advice to them, please think carefully before buying a dSLR. If all you are going to do is set this camera in Auto mode and shoot, you are making a mistake, an expensive mistake. E-510 or any other dSLR is not designed to excel in this department, definitely not as good as an advanced P&S.
If you want better image quality (color, dynamic range, low noise at high ISO, interchangeable lens etc) and convenience (IS, more buttons, speed), DSLR is the way to go. With power, comes the responsibility. You should also be ready to take the challenge of trying out different settings and spend some time in post processing the RAW images. You can get dynamic range that no P&S can match, if and only if, you are ready to spend the time on it. JPEGs straight from camera will not be significantly better, unless you tweak the settings for each situation perfectly.
Most complaints about this camera are about focusing, under or over exposure. You have to learn how an SLR camera works. There are different metering and focusing modes and you have to choose carefully. Also you have to decide whether to shoot aperture priority or shutter priority based on situations. You can also choose whether to shoot for high key or shadow areas.
No SLR in auto mode can give you a perfect shot of a person when the sun is behind him/her. Either use the proper P mode, or you use spot metering (or at least fill flash).
When something is moving, shooting with slow shutter will also result in blurry image and an SLR expects that the person behind the view finder knows these basics. So my advice is, read the manual and try out all the options and find the modes that suit your needs.
Also, the default ESP metering on this camera is a bit off. It's actually set to ESP + AF in factory. In my experience, if you change Menu2 > Metering to ESP, it works better. You might also consider turning the Noise Filter off for ISO 100 shots. It makes the images sharper (even with sharpness -2) and you can get details that you can't get in any other entry level camera at this moment. But, you might get some visible grains.
What I like -
1. IS, all my lenses are stabilized and I can get sharp shots sometimes at 1/30 when using focal length of 300mm in 35mm equivalent.
2. Clean high ISO, up to 800 is completely usable with little noise reduction. ISO 1600 gives you better or same results compared to other brands, only Canon is half stop ahead.
3. Image quality. The details with noise filter off, the color and the sharpness are wonderful. The dynamic range is not best in it's class, but with RAW files and a little time with Lightroom, it's not really an issue.
4. SSWF. The dust buster in this camera works, unlike other brands (read Canon/Sony/Pentax). Never got a single dust peck on the sensor and I change lenses frequently.
5. Live view. This is the only one in this class at the moment to have this feature. Another Olympus model, E-330 has it, but it was too expensive. This feature really helps when you have time and your eyes are tired. Also when you are shooting macro in an awkward position or using a manual focus lens and want to do precise focusing with the live view magnifier. This is a life saver for me that I can still use old manual focus lenses.
6. The size, weight and ergonomics. With the kit lenses you get 28-300mm range covered and NO OTHER brand can get you this quality in this size and weight. D40x is as good in handling, but lack of IS (and the price/weight of their VR lenses) was a deal breaker.
7. Speed. It's always ready for next shot. In drive mode, you can get 3 frames a second unlimited in HQ JPEG. With RAW, it's limited to 10 shots at the same speed and after that speed reduces to around 1.6 fps. Better than most in it's class if you have a fast card. I don't miss a shot these days due to camera.
What I don't like -
1. Though viewfinder is brighter than some previous Olympus models, it could be bigger. LV helps, but it's not usable always. A small issue considering my eyes aren't too bad.
2. Focus confirmation using manual focus lenses. Though I didn't buy this camera for this purpose, it would have helped a lot. Especially when Panasonic L1 and Pentax models have it, it's just a software fix they have to do so I am hoping they'll release a firmware with this fix.
These are just minor gripes and the second one is easily fixable. All in all, I would say this camera is a winner in the hands of a little experienced person, but a new owner will just need some time to get to know this little gem. IMO, it's the best camera in it's class today if you can live with the "Made in China" sticker on it.
A terrific camera outfit July 21, 2007
6 out of 8 found this review helpful
I've had several DSLR's over the years. All made high quality images and were a pleasure to use. On the other hand, compared to the film SLR's I have used, they were big and heavy. And I like to travel light. I just bought this Olympus e500 two lens kit for a trip to Italy attracted to its small size and light weight. The camera body and the lenses easily fit in a small camera bag and I didn't feel like I was carrying around two bowling balls. The built-in IS is a terrific feaure as is the dust reduction system. And Live View is useful in the studio and when using a tripod. The lenses are truly tiny but offer outstanding quality for "kit" lenses. The more I use the camera and lenses, the more I enjoy them. This is truly a ground breaking DSLR.
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