AUTO / ISO 100 - 1600 (AUTO: Automatic control is available in AUTO, Program, A, Scene program, Scene select, Flash be fired. Up to ISO 800)
Four Thirds Mount
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The Olympus Evolt E-510 DSLR camera is an excellent starting point for anyone, whether you're new to digital SLR photography, or making the switch from a film SLR. The E-510 supports all 4/3 lenses, so you can keep right on using your old faithful friends, or you can start collecting Zuiko lenses, specifically designed for digital photography. Your first, 14-42mm, is included in this bundle, and with their upgradeable firmware, these lenses will keep up with the latest camera technology for years to come.
The E-510 body is packed with smart features like auto-flash with TTL pre-flash, auto white balance and exposure, and pre-set shooting modes that help you when you want help, and stay out of the way when you want to control every aspect yourself. With the E-510's dual memory slots, you can record your JPEG and RAW image files to CF, Microdrive, or xD flash memory and transfer files from one slot to the other.
No matter where you're shooting, you'll appreciate the Supersonic Wave filter that rests between the shutter and image sensor, silently vibrating to shake off any dust that could mar your images. The 10MP Live-MOS sensor captures high-resolution photos that give crisp prints with true colors, even when you crop and enlarge. With the Olympus Evolt E-510, you'll be shooting like a pro in no time!
The Olympus Evolt E-510 DSLR camera is an excellent starting point for anyone, whether you're new to digital SLR photography, or making the switch from a film SLR. The E-510 supports all 4/3 lenses, so you can keep right on using your old faithful friends, or you can start collecting Zuiko lenses, specifically designed for digital photography. Your first, 14-42mm, is included in this bundle, and with their upgradeable firmware, these lenses will keep up with the latest camera technology for years to come.
The E-510 body is packed with smart features like auto-flash with TTL pre-flash, auto white balance and exposure, and pre-set shooting modes that help you when you want help, and stay out of the way when you want to control every aspect yourself. With the E-510's dual memory slots, you can record your JPEG and RAW image files to CF, Microdrive, or xD flash memory and transfer files from one slot to the other.
No matter where you're shooting, you'll appreciate the Supersonic Wave filter that rests between the shutter and image sensor, silently vibrating to shake off any dust that could mar your images. The 10MP Live-MOS sensor captures high-resolution photos that give crisp prints with true colors, even when you crop and enlarge. With the Olympus Evolt E-510, you'll be shooting like a pro in no time!
10.0 Megapixel Live-MOS Image SensorThe Olympus Evolt E-510 features a 10.0 megapixel Live MOS sensor to enable "live" viewing so every shot is taken with true-to-life image quality, accurate color and crisp detail.
Live ViewThe distinctive Olympus Evolt E-510 provides "live" viewing through the LCD, making it easier to capture a shot with the expected picture composition.
Dust Reduction SystemDust Reduction System uses Supersonic Wave Filter (SSWF) to loosen and remove any and all dust and debris from the image sensor. The SSWF unnoticeably vibrates at approximately 35,000 times per second upon start-up and when manually activated for clear, aberration-free images. SSWF dust removal means you don’t have to worry about dust when changing lenses.
Sensor-shift Image StabilizationOlympus' sensor-shift image stabilization technology counters the effect of camera shake so your images are kept sharp even when the camera is moving.
TruePic III Image ProcessorOlympus' TruePic III image processor incorporates Advanced Noise Filter III, Advanced Detail Reproduction and Advanced Proper Gamma III technologies for crystal-clear photos with true-to-life skin tones, precise color transitions, and reduced image noise.
Zuiko Digital 14-42mm Kit LensThe Olympus Zuiko Digital 14-42mm kit lens provides a useful zoom range from 14mm to 42mm (35 mm equivalent: 28-84mm), great for scenery, portrait and other daily shots. Weighing less than 190 grams, this 3X standard zoom lens is the smallest and lightest in its class, delivering superior mobility.
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Details
Color
Black
Model
Brand
OLYMPUS
Model
EVOLT E-510
Details
Package Type
Single Lens Kit
Image Sensor
Image Sensor
Live MOS
Image Sensor Size
17.3 mm x 13.0 mm
Effective Pixels
10.0 MP
Aspect Ratio
4:3 (Horizontal:Vertical)
Color Filter System
Primary color filter (RGB)
Dust Cleaning System
Supersonic Wave Filter (dust reduction system for image sensor)
Image Stabilization
Built in (Imager shift image stabilizer)
Resolution
3648 x 2736
White Balance
White Balance
Advanced detection system with Live MOS sensor 7 settings (3000K - 7500K) Lamp (3000K), Fluorescent 1 (4000K), Fluorescent 2 (4500K), Fluorescent 3 (6600K), Daylight (5300K), Cloudy (6000K), Shade (7500K)
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type
Eye-level single-lens reflex viewfinder
Coverage
Approx. 95%
Magnification
Approx.0.92x (-1m-1, 50mm lens, infinity)
Eyepoint
Approx. 14 mm (-1m-1)
Dioptric Adjustment
-3.0 - +1m-1
Focusing Screen
Fixed (Neo Lumi-Micro Mat screen)
Viewfinder Information
Aperture value, Shutter speed, Record mode, AF confirmation mark, Flash, WB, AE lock, Number of storable still images, Exposure compensation value, Metering mode, Battery warning, Exposure mode, AF frame (super impose). IS activating mode.
LCD Monitor
LCD
2.5" 230K
LCD Coverage
100%
Brightness Adjustment
15 levels
Focus
Focus Type
TTL phase-difference detection system
Focusing Modes
Single AF (S-AF) / Continuous AF (C-AF) / Manual Focus (MF) / S-AF + MF / C-AF + MF
AF Points
3-point multiple AF (Auto, selectable in option)
Focus Lock
Locked at first position of Shutter button in Single AF mode / AEL button (customizable)
Exposure
Exposure Control
(1) Auto (2) P: Program AE (Program shift can be performed) (3) A: Aperture priority AE (4) S: Shutter priority AE (5) M: Manual (6) Scene program AE (7) Scene select AE
Exposure Compensation
±5 EV in 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV steps selectable
Metering System
TTL open-aperture metering system (1) Digital ESP metering (49-point multi pattern metering) (2) Centre weighted average metering (3) Spot metering (approx. 1% for the viewfinder screen) (4) Spot with Highlight control (5) Spot with Shadow control
ISO Sensitivity
AUTO / ISO 100 - 1600 (AUTO: Automatic control is available in AUTO, Program, A, Scene program, Scene select, Flash be fired. Up to ISO 800)
Shutter
Shutter Type
Computerized focal-plane shutter
Shutter Speed
Auto mode: 2 - 1/4000 sec. (depends on settings), P(Ps), S, A, M mode: 60 - 1/4000 sec. (Bulb: up to 8 min. with limiter), Scene program/Scene select mode: 4 - 1/4000 sec. (depends on settings) 1/3, 1/2, or 1EV steps selectable
Self-timer
Operation time: 12 sec., 2 sec. (cancel available)
Remote Control Support
Operation time: 2 sec., 0 sec., bulb control available (with optional RM-1 remote control)
Live MOS Sensor for still picture shooting is used, 100% field of view, Exposure adjustment pre-view, White balance adjustment pre-view, Grid line displayable, 7x/10x magnification possible, MF/S-AF, AF frame display, AF point display, Shooting information, Histogram, IS activating mode, Heat warning.
Playback
Single-frame, Index (4/9/16/25 frames), Calendar, Close-up ( 2 - 14X), Slideshow, Picture rotation (auto mode available)
Recording System
File Format
DCF, DPOF compatible/Exif, PRINT Image Matching III
Image Type
RAW (12-bit), JPEG, RAW+JPEG
Color Space
sRGB, Adobe RGB
Recording Media
CF Card Type I and II / Microdrive / xD Card
Lens
Lens Mount
Four Thirds Mount
Lens Spec
Focal Length 14-42 mm 28-84mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length)
Lens construction 10 Elements in 8 Groups, (including ED lens & 2 Aspherical lenses)
Focusing System Internal Focusing System
Angle of View 75 deg.-29 deg.
Closest Focusing Distance 0.25m
Maximum Image Magnification 0.19x (equivalent to 0.38x on a 35 mm film camera)
Minimum Field Size 91 x 68 mm
Number of Blades 7 (Circular Aperture Diaphragm)
Maximum Aperture f3.5 (14mm) - f5.6 (42mm)
Minimum Aperture f 22
Filter Size Diameter 58 mm
Interface
USB
Yes
Power Source
Battery
BLM-1 Li-ion battery
Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions
5.35"(W) x 3.6" (W) x 2.67" (D) / 136 mm (W) x 91.5 mm (H) x 68 mm (D) (excluding protrusions)
Weight
16.6 oz. / 470 g (body only)
Additional Information
Date First Available
December 20, 2007
Customer Reviews of the Olympus America Inc. EVOLT E-510