Olympus Evolt E-500 SLR Digital Camera W/14mm-45mm & 40mm-150mm (8.15MP, 3264x2448, Compactflash/xD/Microdrive Slot)

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Average megapixel count
Average-size LCD screen
Medium continuous shooting speed

Olympus EVolt E-500 Review

by Eric Butterfield

- This well-equipped and reasonably priced entry-level digital SLR produces high-quality images. The 8-megapixel camera comes with a wide array of features that establish it as a legitimate challenger to Canon's popular, similarly priced Digital Rebel XT. Regrettably, usability issues prevent me from wholeheartedly recommending it over the XT.

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User Reviews for Olympus Evolt E-500 SLR Digital Camera W/14mm-45mm & 40mm-150mm (8.15MP, 3264x2448, Compactflash/xD/Microdrive Slot)

Reviewed by: keayers

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Strengths: TWO lenses. Many file options. Dual memory cards. UI is consistent, logical, and versatile. Two reset modes for quickly switching configurations. Software runs on Mac or Windows.

Weaknesses: Some unexpected restrictions on the the reset modes. Battery status only appears when the battery is low.

Overall Evaluation: My previous digital cameras have all been of the point-and-shoot variety - capable, but limited in their creative options. The E-500 shatters all of those creative barriers! While its automatic and pre-programmed scene modes allow an inexperienced user to get great shots effortlessly, nearly every aspect of the focus and exposure can be easily overridden, allowing complete creative control. As an old time 35mm photographer, I really appreciate that flexibility, and I'm looking forward to a long and prosperous relationship with this fine camera.
Reviewed by: discmanjeff

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Strengths: Great Pictures, Easy Menus, Great Features, Anyone can pick it up and use it, Great 2.5" LCD screen, Great Value.

Weaknesses: No picture preview, you have to use the viewfinder which is a little small, but it is not that big a deal. I have always used the viewfinder most of the time on all my other cameras.

Overall Evaluation: This Camera takes the best pictures hands down. The Picture comes out just as you saw it with your own eyes. You don't have to fix them at all. I just take the pictures to the lab and have them printed. The color reproduction is the best I have ever seen. The speed of the downloads to the Compact Flash card is unbelievable. I only use Sandisk Extreme III. The Price of the camera is great to. I use this camera Professionally also. Once you use an Olympus Digital SLR, you are hooked for life.

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