Abstract: A significant evolution of the Olympus E-410 E-420 press release Digital Zuiko 25mm f/2.8 press release In what has to be regarded as one of the better kept DSLR launch secrets in a while, Olympus has unveiled the E-420, which is a significantly enhanc...
Don't be put off by the entry-level tag. The Olympus E-420 is a fully-featured D-SLR – actually probably too fully featured for many first-timers – with the advantage of being incredibly compact and lightweight. In reality, this camera can do just about a...
The picture quality is very good and the full feature list is truly impressive. Other makers tend to leave functions out in order to distance the entry level cameras from their posher units – Olympus doesn’t do that. The live view arrangement...
The aspect ratio of a Four Thirds sensor is 4:3. The aspect ratio of a standard or A4 photo print is 3:2. So composing in the viewfinder will be a hit and miss affair and pixels are thrown away.
This camera has been created to make the transition from compact to DSLR as easy as possible. If you really like holding a camera at arm’s length (a ridiculous posture) to take photos rather than sensibly bracing it against your face then the E-420...
Abstract: Olympus E420: has an impressive feature list.$1100 with 14-42mm, 40-150mm lensesImpressive This 10 megapixel digital SLR is built around the four-thirds sensor used by Olympus and Panasonic/Leica. It is the smallest and probably the lightest DSLR...
Small build, great colour balance, excellent noise performance, speedy burst mode
Pictures a little soft at default settings, no image stabilisation, menu can be a little clunky, small design may not suit everyone The Final Word If youre after a petite SLR then the Olympus E-420 is a solid performer. It keeps pace with the competit...
If youre after a petite SLR then the Olympus E-420 is a solid performer. It keeps pace with the competition in most areas, while maintaining dimensions that are significantly smaller.
Abstract: Announced early in March, the Olympus E420 replaces the E-410 model at the entry level in the Olympus DSLR line-up, providing several worthwhile updates and a lower price tag. Like its predecessor, its claimed as the worlds smallest and thinnest inte...
Small form factor, Live View with autofocus, Scene modes to help beginners get started, Super Sonic Wave Filter
No image stabilization system, Autofocus sluggish in dim environment, No dedicated focusing mode switch
The Olympus E-420 is a good beginners dSLR with an extremely compact footprint that should go well with travellers. Just dont expect any fancy features for this budget model. ...
Remarkably compact, versatile and affordable, Great speed and ease of use in most respects, Includes a very versatile Live View system,
Autofocus is slow when Live View is used, Body is too small for some hands
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Published: 2008-03-06, Author: John , review by: pcworld.co.nz
Abstract: Not too much is known so far about the E-420, but we know this; the bosy weighs in at 380 grams and it's priced below the $500 mark in the US. This lightweight 10-megapixel DSLR offers heavyweight technologies, including a bigger, more viewable 2.7-inch L...
