![]() ![]() The E-510 has a body-based image stabilization system.įor more, again, refer to my Class of 2007 article. The E-410 uses a smaller battery (see the detailed specs below) The E-410 has fewer external controls (dedicated buttons) The differences between the E-410 and E-510 are limited to just three things: ![]() NMOS stands for "negative-channel metal oxide semiconductor" and it is closely related to the more common CMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor) sensor type thanks to Eamon Hickey for this clarification. That's a pity, because the Kodak KAF line of sensors Olympus used before was excellent the new NMOS ones have yet to prove themselves. This change was necessitated by the live preview: it looks like CCD sensors are not able of supporting it. The most important change is the transition from a coupled-charge device (CCD) image sensor used in the previous models to an NMOS one (referred to as Live MOS by the manufacturer). The new cameras share most of the features and specifications, including the image sensor and the whole image-processing engine (both hardware and firmware) are more than evolutionary, incremental modifications to the E-500 (or E-400). And - lo and behold - this year Canon has introduced live preview in the EOS D1 Mark III ($4500, body only). I said "almost", because of the E-330 mentioned above, but that one became, for a number of reasons, rather a niche product, being outsold many times by the E-500. All these have one feature in common, almost new to the Olympus SLR line: live image preview on the LCD monitor. The E-500 became deservedly popular, and brought Olympus dSLR sales up by 40%, but on this market you have to get a "new, improved" model every year: how can a camera delivering good images in 2005 produce equally good ones in 2007?Įnter the class of 2007: the non-identical twins, the E-410 and E-510, soon to be followed by the pro-grade model (not named yet). ![]() The series started with the professional E-1 back in 2003 (a camera which achieved a cult status, still having many dedicated users), followed by the E-300 in 2004, and then, in late 2005, by the popular E-500: inexpensive, but nicely made and capable of delivering first-class results.Īfter the E-500, Olympus released two 2006 models (which were not intended to replace it, but rather to complement the line): the E-330, first live digital preview in an interchangeable-lens dSLR, and the E-400, a transitional model, never sold in the U.S. This is the seventh model in the Olympus E-System line of digital SLRs, based on the Four Thirds standard on the lens/camera interface. Before reading it, you may want to have a look at Class of 2007 (a brief intro to the E-510 and E-410) after - check my E-510 Quick Notes.Ī German translation (text only) by Bernhard Hauenstein can be downloaded as a PDF document.Īll accompanying images, unless stated otherwise, were shot with the Olympus C-5060WZ in aperture priority, ISO 80, Reference WB. This is a long article, as it contains explanations of the concepts used, clarifications of the specs, and quite a many, possibly opinionated, comments. As of this (June, 2008) update, it is basically complete, although I can predict small, occasional touch-ups and additions in the months to come. Originally based on the first three weeks of my familiarity with the camera, it was being expanded and refined for about a year. This is a detailed, technically-inclined review of (and refeence for) the Olympus E-510 digital SLR. My other articles related to the Olympus E-System cameras. Suitable for general : E-510 by Olympus, a Technical Review Provides optimum flexibility and focusing accuracy with any of the three focusing aids. New Split / Microprism - Laser-matte / fresnel field with split-image spot in the center and surrounding microprism collar. Suitable for use with all lenses particularly recommended for TS (Tilt Shift) 35mm f/2.8Į. Especially effective for architectural and commercial photography as well as copy work. Laser Matter with Grid - Similar to C screen, but with horizontal and vertical reference lines to facilitate accurate image placement. An ideal screen for photomacrography, telephoto photography and other applications in which an unobstructed view is required. ![]() Overall Laser Matte - Overall laser-matte / fresnel field. Since darkening of the center spot rarely occurs even with small maximum aperture lenses, this screen is suited for general applicationsĬ. New Split - Laser-matte / fresnel field with split-image rangefinder spot in the cent of the screen. Well suited for general photography when using an aperture of f/5.6 or largerī. Standard Microprism - Laser-matte / fresnel field with microprism rangefinder spot in the center of the screen. ![]()
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