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Olympus Evolt E-500

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Pros
Extensive menus
Large LCD
Cons
Response to control wheel is sluggish
Manual focus isn't precise

$419.20 - $567.00
From 3 Merchants

Product Specs

Battery
Number of Batteries	1

Digital Format
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)	1

Display
Viewfinder	Through-the-lens optical

Exposure
Shutter Priority	1

General
Price Without Lens	500 $

Image Processor
Number of image sensor pixels	8 megapixels
Image sensor	CCD
Maximum horizontal image resolution	3264
Maximum vertical image resolution	2448
Image sensor quantity	1
Image format	RAW JPEG TIFF
White balance	0

Included Hardware
Included Hardware	14-45mm Zuiko Lens Charger Li-ion battery Shoulder Strap Manuals video cable USB Evolt E-500 Body

Included Software
Included Software	Olympus Master Software

Lens
Accessory Lens	0
Lens Model	14-45mm f3.5/5.6 Zuiko Zoom Lens
Telephoto Aperture Maximum	5.6 mm
Wide-Angle Aperture Maximum	3.5 mm

Shutter
Starter Media or Internal RAM	0

Storage
Media Slots	xD-Picture Card CompactFlash

LCD Screen
LCD screen size	2.5 inches

Exposure Controls
Maximum shutter speed	4000
Minimum shutter speed	60
Bulb setting	0
ISO equivalencies	100 1600
Exposure settings	0
Exposure compensation range	0
Number of scene modes	15

Dimensions
Width	5.1 inches
Depth	3.7 inches
Height	2.6 inches
Weight	30.4 ounces

Flash
Flash characteristics	Flash Slow Sync Yes

Lens Features
Camera body only	0
Optical zoom	3.2 X
Minimum focal length	28
Maximum focal length	90
Lens mount	Interchangeable
Focus features	Yes

Connectivity
Interface connection	No

Other Features
General features	Pict Bridge
Image stabilization	None
Included components	Optional
Power source	Rechargeable lithium ion

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User Reviews for Olympus Evolt E-500

Reviewed by: rhol

Duration of ownership: 1 Year

Strengths: Good build Easy to hold-well-balanced Very good kit lenses Light responsive shutter release Very good image quality Excellent colours. Loads of custom options, most easy to set via screen or direct buttons. Top value.

Weaknesses: A bit noisy at high ISO Viewfinder info can be difficult to see Alarming flash strobing to gain focusing in poor light

Overall Evaluation: Having used Canon A1s in the past,I initially intended to buy the Canon 350d. However it was difficult to hold (I have large hands). Seeing the E500 on display I tried it out. What a treat to hold! After viewing good reviews, I bought the 2-lens kit.I have not regetted it. This camera has re-kindled my interest in photography. Though out of production it must be worth looking at secondhand, if you're on a tight budget. Alternatively the E510 appears to be an even better camera!
Reviewed by: ant500

Duration of ownership: 6 Months

Strengths: Great Pictures with a nice price. Very easy to use.

Weaknesses: Low light focus is very slow and not accurate. No Image stabilization lens available from olympus.

Overall Evaluation: Great Pictures.... Camera is extremely easy to use and understand. I've taken about a thousand pictures and they look great. Only a couple of cons. The AF alluminator flashes off several times and camera sttill doesn't focus right in low light. Olympus has yet to produce a stabalized lens. Other than that, I would've gave it five stars. Camera is very well balanced. Not to heavy and not to light. The grip is very comfortable and has a nice feel.