New Olympus E420 (10MP, LiveView DSLR Camera +14-42mm Lens E-420)
Olympus E420 is perfect DSLR for everyone who wants to step up to the power and performance of a digital SLR (single lens reflex), yet enjoy the ease of use and ability to snap images on the LCD common to point-and-shoot cameras.
The brand name in camera industries, specification, price and size are perfect for entry level photographer or hobby. DSLR always give me a “gigantic” impression, but this model don’t. Why? Let’s continue to read…
Olympus E420 Main Features
- World Smallest DSLR - Only 380 grams (13.4 ounces), the Olympus E-420 is 20 to 40 percent lighter than same level DSLRs.
- Including Live View on its 2.7-inches HyperCrystal II LCD screen. Definitely a must for modern photographer nowaday.
- Olympus’ proven Dust Reduction System produces spot-free photos with the Supersonic Wave Filter. The ultrasonic technology vibrates to remove dust from the front of the image sensor.
- Face detection technology - Not only in normal digital camera.
- 10MP - More than enough for most of us. A 4R size photo not even need this high resolution.
Olympus E420 Specification
Sendor Type: Four Thirds N-MOS, 11.80 MP (total),10.00 MP (effective)
Image Dimensions: Max=3648 x 2736 (10.0 MP) , Min=640 x 480 (0.3 MP)
LCD: 2.7″, 230K pixels
Optical Zoom: 3x
Focal Lengt: 14.0 - 42.0mm (actual)
ISO Sensitivity: 100 - 1600 (1/3EV steps)
Shutter Speed: 60 - 1/4000 second
Flash Exposure: Compensation +/- 2.0EV in 1/3EV increments
Recording Medium: CompactFlash Type 1 & 2, Microdrive, xD Picture Card
Battery Type: Lithium-ion, Rechargeable
Remote Control: Yes, RM-UC1 cable, RM-1 IR
Self Timer: Yes, 2 or 12 seconds
- More technical specification can get here.
Price at ~ RM1900.
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September 20th, 2008 at 1:55 pm
“but this model don’t. “