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    • October 2008 en

      Olympus E-420 SLR

      Verdict: Olympus offers two different lens combinations. The ultra-compact Zuiko 25mm f2.8 digital specific lens complements the E-420's small stature, for the ultimate combination of ease of use and portability. This 0.9-inch thick lens offers a fixed 50mm ...

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    • October 2008 en

      Olympus E-420 + 14-42mm lens

      By Insider Staff

      Review summary: Want the beefy skills of a digital SLR, but without the bulk? Lucky for you then the

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    • September 2008 en

      Olympus releases E-520 and E-420 firmware update

      Review summary: Olympus releases a minor but practical firmware update, version 1.1, for the E-520 and E-420 digital SLR cameras. This update improves the brightness level of optical viewfinder AF target points.

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    • September 2008 en

      Olympus E-420

      By Rod Lawton

      Review summary: Olympus' entry-level dSLR is the world's smallest and lightest digital SLR. An upgrade of the E-410, the E-420 boasts a larger, better, 69mm LCD, improved autofocus in live view mode, face detection and slightly faster continuous shooting

      Pros: Size ; controls and interface ; classy feel

      Cons: Slow live view AF ; smaller sensor than rivals

      Verdict: The E-420 is beautiful but flawed. The controls, the design and the more advanced photographic features are excellent, but it relies on its above-average lens rather than its below-average sensor to keep up with its rivals. Despite the gripes, though, ...

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    • September 2008 en

      The Olympus E-420 Digital SLR; An Affordable, Compact D-SLR Loaded With Enthusiast-Level Features And Speed

      By Peter K. Burian

      Review summary: Billed as the "world's smallest digital SLR," this Olympus model is an upgraded version of the E-410 with several benefits.

      Verdict: Autofocus is faster when using the optical viewfinder, but Sensor AF is quite fast and reliable even in Live View. Imager AF is more convenient and versatile but it is noticeably slower anytime, particularly in dark locations. (Do note that Imager AF ...

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