Olympus Evolt E510 10MP Digital SLR Camera with CCD Shift Image Stabilization and 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 and 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 Zuiko Lenses
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- List Price:
- $719.99
- Our Price:
- $582.54
- Savings:
- 19%
- Average Customer Rating:
- 4.5 out of 5
- Manufacturer:
- Olympus
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- List Price:
- $719.99
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- $582.54
Features
- 10-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for photo-quality 18 x 24-inch prints
- 2.5-inch Live View HyperCrystal LCD display
- Mechanical Image Stabilization with Supersonic Wave Drive technology
- Lightweight ergonomic design; kit includes 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 and 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 Zuiko lenses
- Powered by one lithium-ion battery; stores images on CF, Micro Drive, or xD Picture Cards
Description
Olympus EVOLT E-510 digital SLR is a great camera to help you evolve as a photographer. Olympus digital SLRs are engineered to be 100-percent digital. Simply put, this means your pictures will have stunning edge-to-edge sharpness that can't be beat. Olympus' Live View LCD technology is a unique feature that enhances your picture-taking experience. Whatever life brings, whatever you're photographing, you'll capture colorful memories with the E-510's proven Dust Reduction System and powerful, 10 megapixel imager. Creative photography shouldn't necessarily be complicated. Using Zuiko digital lens technology, choose among auto and manual focus modes. You can select exposures manually but there's a wide scope of automatic modes to choose from. 29 exposure modes including 10 advanced modes and 19 Easy to Use Scene Select Modes. Simply select the right mode for your shot. The easy to use Scene Select Modes make you an instant expert, even with the most demanding shots. Choose from any of the 19 selections like Fireworks, Beach or Snow. The E-510 takes care of the rest. It's the digital SLR you've been waiting for. Adjust ISO 100 to 1600 Built-in multimode electronic-flash (external available. Inactivation is available to set) Shutter - Auto mode - 2 - 1/4000 sec. (depends on settings) 2 Mode self-timer Multifunction display menu Up to 650 pictures recordable using optical viewfinder per fully charged battery (with 50% flash light) (with BLM-1 under CIPA testing standard) Unit (body) Dimensions 5.35 in.(W) x 3.6 in. (W) x 2.67in. (D) / 136 mm (W) x 91.5 mm (H) x 68 mm (D) (excluding protrusions); Weight 16.2 oz. / 460 g (body only)
Spotlight customer reviews
Nice Camera!!!
[ Posted: 2008-07-16 ]
I sold my Canon Rebel XT and bought this because I wanted a DSLR with dust shake-off, live view and image stabilization. The 510 was a perfect match and after reading many reviews decided to buy it. I am very pleased so far, it is easy to use and the pictures I have taken so far are excellent. This camera has a lot of neat features, the highlight and shadow alert feature is quite unique.
I am really a novice and have slowly been learning the settings. I found the small fine print in the manual hard to read with my 50 year old eyes. I bought the Magic Lantern manual and have found it easy to ready and follow.
A great camera, I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for the right features as I was, and the two lens kit. Other reviewers have noticed that the price fluctuates, I watched that carefully, sometimes checking the price twice a day and got it for $550!
Footnote: Be careful where you buy, some forums here on Amazon have identified some sellers as offering low-ball prices, then they call you to pressure you into paying high prices for accessories, then saying your item is back-ordered when you don't buy.
I did not experience this but want to bring it to everyone's attention!
Great Camera, Volatile Price
[ Posted: 2008-07-15 ]
I ordered this camera through Amazon (actual vendor was Adorama Camera)on July 10th, and by the time I received it on July 14th, the price had dropped by $50. (I still paid the higher price!) I've notice the pricing is very volatile for some reason. Regardless, I really like the camera.
Great camera, won't be disappointed!
[ Posted: 2008-07-14 ]
Bought this as my beginner SLR and I must say, its been great. Even my wife who before we got it said "I'll stick to my point & shoot camera", has now been using it and loves it. Takes great pictures, easy to learn control's, should last us a long time! Also got a Tamrac 5767 Velocity 7x bag and it holds all the accessories/lenses perfectly!
Back to the old SLR days
[ Posted: 2008-07-12 ]
I bought this camera after using a Olympus SP 500UZ which I liked very much. I did have problems getting focused zoom pictures and, since my eyes are not the youngest anymore, the preview screen is hard to see, especially in bright light. Well, here comes through the Lens viewing and I am happy as a lark. Makes me wonder why I gave up the 35mm Camera! I love the Image Stabilizer and the many shortcut functions. Two things that are minor is the function button which is right there where you grab the camera and it gets pushed by accident. The other is the manual which could be laid out differntly but this is minor since every new car comes nowadays with a 3 inch book. All in all I am very happy with this Product.
Great Camera for the price
[ Posted: 2008-07-06 ]
This has been a great camera so far. Pictures are sharp and kit lenses perform surprisingly well. I/S is nice as is the relatively compact size. Moved up to DSLR and am thoroughly enjoying it. Compared to all the major brands before buying and checked many customer reviews as well. Universally this camera received the highest marks across the board.