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09/28/2004 11:48:06 PM · #3

8mp's!
I"m curious to see how it's viewfinder works and how bright it is. Anyone know anything about the porro viewfinder? Also, does it have morror lockup? It seems to have everything else, including a pc synch terminal.

Azrifel

Fujifilm X100VI

09/29/2004 02:03:53 AM · #4

The normal ISO range is 100-400. 800 and 1600 only available in extended modes, like 3200 was in the Canon 10D. Not very encouraging news noise-wise, seems like the 8mp comes with a price.
It does have an AF-illuminator, but still the AF detection range goes from 3EV to 17EV and that is not very good for low light AF (Nikon D70
-1EV - 19EV and the 20Dd also from -1EV).

Think about that before you buy and the lenses you choose (slow lenses with this AF range and ISO400 has limitations).

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

09/29/2004 09:30:46 AM · #5

Originally posted by Azrifel:

I think the 3EV to 17EV is only with spot metering. In other metering modes I believe reading it is 1EV to 20EV, more like the DSLRs you mentioned above. Supposedly, the Evolt is low in noise as a result of it's full frame transfer CCD and Turbo processor. From DPReview

"A Full Frame Transfer CCD (FFT CCD) ensures the Olympus E-300 captures more image data. Compared with Interline Transfer, which is used in the majority of digital SLRs, the FFT CCD has a larger pixel area, as well as bigger photodiodes and transfer channels. As a result, the CCD captures more electrons, to deliver a higher signal/noise ratio and a wider dynamic range. The end result is greater exposure latitude, more detail and less noise. The TruePic TURBO image processor further contributes to picture quality and helps speed up the image recording process."

I have read on the DPReview forums that the noise reduction algorithm in the Canon line results in some loss of detail in high ISOs. There seem to be pros and cons to all models from all manufacturers and no one model is the perfect answer to all kinds of photography

BobsterLobster

Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

09/29/2004 09:37:21 AM · #6

This is the one I'm waiting for:
//www.dpreview.com/news/0409/04091504km7d.asp
I'm already used to Image Stabilisation with my FZ10, and to build this into the body of an SLR is genius. Works with every AF Minolta lens, which are all very high quality and extremely affordable. I'm actively shopping at the moment for a 35mm Minolta body so I can start collecting my lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

09/29/2004 09:47:09 AM · #7

Originally posted by BobsterLobster:

It certainly sounds like an intriguing camera, and the samples from Photokina (HERE) look pretty sharp at low shutter speeds. Great for low light and extreme telephoto uses so that you don't have to carry around a tripod. But since it still uses normal 35mm lenses, the amount of weight and bulk you save without having to carry around a tripod is made up for with the extra bulk of the bigger lenses. I also wonder how cleaning the CCD in the Konicka-Minolta is going to be.

Message edited by author 2004-09-29 09:48:04.

BobsterLobster

Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

09/29/2004 09:57:36 AM · #8

Originally posted by Olyuzi:

Originally posted by BobsterLobster:
This is the one I'm waiting for:
//www.dpreview.com/news/0409/04091504km7d.asp
I'm already used to Image Stabilisation with my FZ10, and to build this into the body of an SLR is genius. Works with every AF Minolta lens, which are all very high quality and extremely affordable. I'm actively shopping at the moment for a 35mm Minolta body so I can start collecting my lenses.

It certainly sounds like an intriguing camera, and the samples from Photokina (HERE) look pretty sharp at low shutter speeds. Great for low light and extreme telephoto uses so that you don't have to carry around a tripod. But since it still uses normal 35mm lenses, the amount of weight and bulk you save without having to carry around a tripod is made up for with the extra bulk of the bigger lenses. I also wonder how cleaning the CCD in the Konicka-Minolta is going to be.

I don't quite understand your point... I wouldn't use IS to save weight, I would personally use it in places like photographers pits at gigs where you're not allowed tripods. Heavy lenses are not a minus here... but building IS into the body makes this camera more competitive than any other brand of DSLR, especially given the quality and affordability of the glass.

Olympus 9-18mm f/4.0-5.6 M.Zuiko Digital ED

09/29/2004 10:41:22 AM · #9

Originally posted by BobsterLobster:

Originally posted by Olyuzi:

Originally posted by BobsterLobster:
This is the one I'm waiting for:
//www.dpreview.com/news/0409/04091504km7d.asp
I'm already used to Image Stabilisation with my FZ10, and to build this into the body of an SLR is genius. Works with every AF Minolta lens, which are all very high quality and extremely affordable. I'm actively shopping at the moment for a 35mm Minolta body so I can start collecting my lenses.

It certainly sounds like an intriguing camera, and the samples from Photokina (HERE) look pretty sharp at low shutter speeds. Great for low light and extreme telephoto uses so that you don't have to carry around a tripod. But since it still uses normal 35mm lenses, the amount of weight and bulk you save without having to carry around a tripod is made up for with the extra bulk of the bigger lenses. I also wonder how cleaning the CCD in the Konicka-Minolta is going to be.

I don't quite understand your point... I wouldn't use IS to save weight, I would personally use it in places like photographers pits at gigs where you're not allowed tripods. Heavy lenses are not a minus here... but building IS into the body makes this camera more competitive than any other brand of DSLR, especially given the quality and affordability of the glass.

Good point. I didnt think about places where tripods are not allowed since I don't do that kind of shooting. I have not made my decision about any system yet, and am also considering the Konica-Minolta, given their affordable lenses. The Oly lenses, on the other hand, are very expensive and that's a negative for me.

jonr

Olympus OM-D E-M5

09/29/2004 10:45:30 AM · #10

Oh yes, the Minolta looks very good. Builtin anti-shaker, and very nice colours, as far as I can tell from those photos.

annasense

Olympus E-500 EVOLT

Olympus 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko Digital ED

09/29/2004 11:03:33 AM · #11

Originally posted by drz01:

Here is Olympus budget DSLR officialy announced. EVOLT E-300 4/3 Digital SLR Camera

How much do you think it will be?