Olympus dSLR Users... - DPChallenge Forums

08/06/2006 09:31:04 PM · #1

I wanted to know if anyone could, in simple terms, explain the differences of the Olympus dSLRs, particularly the Evolt E-330, Evolt E-500 and E-1. I don't know enough about SLRs in general to be able to really understand the nuances of each camera. I know the mps are different... but there's obviously more I'm missing since the 7.5mp one is $200 more than the 8.0mp. :) Thanks in advance for your advice.

08/06/2006 09:33:32 PM · #2

E330 has the live display. Two separate sensors in the camera. One for viewing and one for taking the image. Great for those that are use to not having to use the viewfinder, which you have to do with all other dSLR's.

It looks like the E300.

08/06/2006 09:46:31 PM · #3

If you like zoom ,the 3/4 cameras are really useful since the crop factor is 2X. This makes any lens you put on double compared to a 35mm camera. If you like shooting wide it's a bit tougher.

08/06/2006 09:55:19 PM · #4

i think i understand the crop thing...

Message edited by author 2006-08-06 21:57:39.

08/06/2006 09:57:09 PM · #5

If you put on a lens from a film Olympus that is 50mm it essential becomes a 100mm lens on one of the dSLR's. Just muliply the lens by 2X.

Message edited by author 2006-08-06 21:57:49.

08/06/2006 09:58:31 PM · #6

okay. :) that helps, thanks so much welland! :) anyone else want to weigh in on the differences of these three cameras?

08/06/2006 10:02:56 PM · #7

This should help with specs on the models.

Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 ASPH

08/06/2006 10:21:21 PM · #8

Originally posted by faidoi:

This should help with specs on the models.

THAT's what I've been in search of. Why Olympus couldn't put this on their own site, I do not know. Thanks so much. :)

Olyuzi

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7

08/06/2006 10:22:05 PM · #9

Basically, the E-1 is considered to be Oly's professional level camera. The body is very soldily built with magnesium alloy and will be able to take the ware and tear of everyday use. It's shutter is expected to last for 150,000+ actuations. YOu could probably hammer nails with this camera :) It's viewfinder is bright and gives a 100% view. It has no on-board flash and has only 5 MPs. A big advantage to the E-1 is that it's weather proof and with the appropriate lenses can be used in inclement weather. It's 3 years old now, and is soon to be replaced by another pro level body (hopefully). The E-1 has a smallish back LCD.

The E-500, about 8 or 9 months old, is a consumer level camera, has onboard flash, 8 MPs, a smaller body than the E-1 and easier to hold. It's lighter and easier to carry too. The body is made of plastic and you will have to baby it, compared with the E-1. Like the E-1, it uses a Kodak sensor. This cam has a large 2.5" back LCD and is considered of very high quality.

The E-330 is just out a few months now and it's major feature is live view on the rear LCD screen , which is an electronic viewfinder and it gives in 2 different modes. Mode A comes from a seperate small sensor in the viewfinder and is used just like you would on a digicam to frame a scene instead of using the optical viewfinder. Mode B comes from the main image producing sensor and is capable of giving a 10x view of the scene. This is a major advantage for focusing when shooting macro subjects. Both the E-500 and E-330 have dimmer viewfinders than the E-1 and most other DSLRs made by other manufacturers.

Hope this helps, and feel free to ask any other questions.