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Olympus E-30
$1,300.00
Released January, 2009
The Pros:Very high quality JPEG results straight off the camera compared to other Olympus models. Improved resolution and sharpness over E-3 model. Great weight distribution is comfortable to carry and shoot, not too light like low-end DSLRS.
The Cons:Overall resolution is slightly lower than comparable competing cameras. Noise reduction and sensitivity not as high quality as competitors. Contrast AF is not compatible with many lenses.
The Olympus E-30 is a Micro Four Thirds DSLR released in January 2009. Based on the Four Thirds system, the E-30 can be obtained either with just the body or with an optional Olympus 9-18mm f4-5.6 or Olympus 12-60mm f.2.8-4 SWD lens.
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Critics recommend the latter. As a change in pace from the original E-30, the E-30 lacks its predecessor’s dust/weather sealing and instead utilizes fiberglass-reinforced plastic, but users have found it to be sturdy and comfortable. The E-30 also offers manual/automatic control modes, a 2.7” swivel display, and razor-sharp images, but critics have lamented over its noise images in low-light conditions. On the other hand, the unit comes with a plethora of Art Filters, the ability to shoot JPEG plus an untouched raw image simultaneously, and an ultra-fast AF system that “delivers best-in class, single-shot performance in both bright and dim light.”
Features
- Four Thirds Mount DSLR
- On-Screen Autofocus w/Live View
- Multiple Exposure function
- New Art Filters
- Automatic Face Detection
- Shadow Adjustment Technology
- Live View Display Monitor w/Swivel
- 12.3MP Live-MOS Sensor
- 11-Point Imager
- In-Body Image Stabilization
- Full Manual Control
- Program Camera Control
- Remote Release
- Live Metering Modes
- Digital Level Sensor
- In-Body AF Focus Adjustment
- Wireless Electronic Flashes
- CF/UDMA/Microdrive/xD Compatibility
Specifications
- Type: Simple-Lens Reflex Live View Digital Camera
- Lens System: Interchangeable
- Lens Mount: Four Thirds Mount
- Effective Pixels: 12.3MP
- Sensor: High-Speed Live MOS
- Memory: CompactFlash Type I/II (UDMA), Microdrive, XD-Picture Card (Dual Slot)
- Recording Formats: DCF, DPOF compatible/Exif, PRINT Image Matching III
- File Formats: RAW (12-bit lossless compression), JPEG, RAW+JPEG
- Image Size: Up to 4032x3024
- Display: 2.7” HyperCrystal II LCD
- Print Function: DPOF, PictBridge
- Interface: USB 2.0, UTSC/PAL
- Battery: BLM-1 Li-Ion
User Reviews (1)
Pros & Cons
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Very high quality JPEG results straight off the camera compared to other Olympus models
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Improved resolution and sharpness over E-3 model
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Great weight distribution is comfortable to carry and shoot, not too light like low-end DSLRS
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Live view offers previews for various settings
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Very fast focusing with intended lenses
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Very broad feature set for this price point, beats out most lower-priced models
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Overall resolution is slightly lower than comparable competing cameras
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Noise reduction and sensitivity not as high quality as competitors
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Contrast AF is not compatible with many lenses
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