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Compare Prices : Olympus E420 - Expert Reviews
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From £280 to £460
Storage media: CompactFlash Card, Sensor resolution: 10 Megapixels, Viewfinder type: Optical viewfinder, Weight: 380g ...
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- Little DSLR that could Evaluation
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Source: star-techcentral.com
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September 2008
Little DSLR that could
Review summary: The Olympus E-420 is one of the smallest DSLR cameras in the market but it's pretty big on features.
Pros: Compact and lightweight design ; Live View is great for taking shots at difficult angles ; good dynamic range ; dust reduction system
Cons: Poor ISO performance ; slow focusing in Live View mode
Verdict: While the E-420 has its strengths and weaknesses, the fact that the camera is one of the cheapest, smallest and lightest entry-level DSLR makes the E-420 a great option for photographers looking to purchase their first DSLR.
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- Olympus Evolt E-420 Evaluation
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Source: maclife.com
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August 2008
Olympus Evolt E-420
Review summary: Entry-level DSLR bakes in PRO features Slackers might chuckle at the numbers in the Evolt E-420's name, but this entry-level DSLR is as hard working as any competitor. Stocked with important features, including a live-view mode to frame shots on the ...
Pros: Sharp, detailed close-up pictures. Pleasant colors in average light. Live-view mode allows odd-angle shots. Speedy, responsive action. Advanced manual controls
Cons: Photos get noisy at 800 ISO and higher. Viewfinder feels small. LCD stays lit even when sighting camera
Verdict: The Evolt E-420 includes the features and quality we expect from an entry-level DSLR. While its quirks disappoint, it's a great value for beginners
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- Olympus E-420 Evaluation
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Source: igizmo.co.uk
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August 2008
Olympus E-420
Review summary: If you want a DSLR that's actually fun to use and damn good value too, the E-420 migh
Verdict: It uses a smaller sensor than the APS-C sized models of its competitors, which it calls the Four-Thirds system. A smaller sensor means the lenses can also be more compact. The downside is that a smaller sensor means more image noise, so the E-420 lags ...
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- Olympus E-420 Evaluation
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Source: digitalversus.com
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July 2008
Olympus E-420
Review summary: The Olympus E-420 is first and foremost of interest for its small size and light weight. While the photos produced by this camera are convincing, image quality (noise control, dynamic, etc.) is a bit behind the competition.
Pros: - Image quality in low sensitivities, - Efficient anti-dust system, - Direct aiming with the LCD, - Direct access to settings via the screen, - Minimal weight and size
Cons: - High latency with direct shooting, - No stabilization, - Only a 3 point autofocus system, - Narrow optical viewfinder, screen doesn't turn off automatically, - Reduced image dynamic
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- Review: Olympus E-420 with Zuiko Digital 25mm F2.8 Evaluation
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Source: asia.cnet.com
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July 2008
Review: Olympus E-420 with Zuiko Digital 25mm F2.8
Review summary: We put together one of the smallest dSLR systems and found out it behaved more like a compact shooter.
Pros: Small form factor ; Live View with autofocus ; scene modes to help beginners get started ; Super Sonic Wave Filter
Cons: No image stabilization system ; autofocus sluggish in dim environment ; no dedicated focusing mode switch
Verdict: The Olympus E-420 is a good beginner's dSLR with an extremely compact footprint that should go well with travelers. Just don't expect any fancy features for this budget model.
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