Olympus E-520 Digital SLR Camera

Olympus launch E-520 - Olympus launch E-520 DSLR with 10.0Mp sensor and built-in image stabilisation and Live View.
The perfect moment doesn’t wait. That’s why serious photographers need serious equipment so that they are ready for whatever comes. With its pro features and top image quality, the new Olympus E-520 D-SLR fits the bill perfectly. The successor to the EISA Award-winning E-500 series incorporates a built-in image stabiliser to ensure blur-free shots irrespective of the lens attached – no matter if wide-angle or ultra-tele and without the need for a tripod. Matched with the Supersonic Wave Filter dust protection system and improved Live View capabilities, the freedom to frame and take great, crystal-clear photos is virtually limitless. Based upon the forward-looking designed for digital Four Thirds Standard, the 10.0Mp E-520 with Live View ensures uncompromising D-SLR quality.

Flexibility is the name of the game
The E-520 relegates blurred photos to a thing of the past. Its built-in image stabiliser ensures subjects are captured in ultimate sharpness, shot after shot – no matter if shooting from the back of a motorbike on rough terrain or capturing a spontaneous stolen moment out of the hand in a market square. Because the stabiliser is located in the camera body and not in individual lenses, photographers can shoot with confidence regardless of which lens is attached: from wide-angle models like the soon-to-be-released Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6 to high-performance zooms such as the new Zuiko Digital ED 70-300mm 1:4.0-5.6 (equiv. to 140-600mm in a 35mm format).

Sequential shooting at 3.5f/p/s with up to eight images in RAW buffer captures every moment. Matched with fast processing speeds and the exceptionally low noise performance that’s attributable to the TruePic III image processor, high-speed action becomes your friend. Broad-ranging sensitivity from ISO 100-1600 adds versatility, and the bracketing function let series of shots to be taken with varying adjustments of exposure, focus or white balance, allowing the best of the shots to be selected.

For low-light shooting situations photographers can select the built-in flash or choose an optional external unit. Wireless flash control is also possible with this model, making customised lighting set ups an easy reality.

As with all cameras in the Olympus E-System line-up, the E-520 incorporates the Supersonic Wave Filter to protect against the effects of dust, which can enter the camera during lens changes or otherwise result from normal operation. Photographers therefore enjoy blemish-free pictures at all times.

Complex features – designed for easy usage
Despite being the powerhouse it is, the Four Thirds System-based E-520 remains a pleasure to use. Its ergonomic body houses the capabilities that not only advance image quality but also enrich the complete photo-taking experience. Live View has been enhanced to boost user friendliness. In addition to allowing depth of field previews, providing the facility to control exposure compensation and white balance on-screen, it is also possible to see the effects of Face Detection and Shadow Adjustment Technology in real time on the 6.9cm/2.7in HyperCrystal II LCD. In addition, autofocus changes can now also be seen directly on the display. This has been made possible by implementing a contrast AF system* in addition to the customary phase difference detection AF system, which means that the mirror needn’t move to the down position for AF measurements to be made and previewed in Live View.

The LCD boasts viewing angles of 176° and has a field of view that covers 100% of the frame. Live View is also ideal to support the needs of macro photographers wishing to focus visually, as sections of the subject can be enlarged by a factor seven or 10 to aid manual focus adjustments.

The E-520 includes a total of 32 user-friendly shooting modes to make shooting easy no matter the situation: whether at a candlelight dinner, taking a portrait or shooting under water. Operabilition is a cinch too: users can choose on-screen menus in up to 10 languages – and many more are also available for download. A long-life rechargeable battery ensures extended shooting. Dual CompactFlash and xD-Picture Card slots enable excellent storage flexibility, and the downloading of files is fast thanks to USB Hi-Speed 2.0.

A complete system for photographic creativity
As part of the Olympus E-System, the E-520 is compatible with virtually all system accessories. This embraces numerous flash units including the wireless FL-36R and FL-50R to take advantage of the camera’s remote flash control capabilities. More than 20 Zuiko Digital lenses – all featuring near telecentric construction – are available, covering a focal length range of 14-600mm (35mm equivalents). Among the latest Zuiko Digital lenses are the ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6 (18-36mm),
ED 14-35mm 1:2.0 SWD (28-70mm), ED 70-300mm 1:4.0-5.6 (140-600mm), and 25mm 1:2.8 (50mm) Pancake lens. Beyond this, thanks to the one-of-a-kind compatibility the Four Thirds System provides, photographers can also use lenses from other manufacturers adhering to the standard.

Further enhancing shooting opportunities, a special underwater case will also become available for the E-520. Waterproof to a depth of up to 40m, it opens up an entirely new realm of creative photography.

Satisfying demands for pro results and remaining surprisingly compact, the Olympus E-520 makes sure every photo comes out razor-sharp thanks to its built-in image stabiliser.

Further enhancing shooting opportunities, a special underwater case will also become available for the E-520. Waterproof to a depth of up to 40m, it opens up an entirely new realm of creative photography.

Satisfying demands for pro results and remaining surprisingly compact, the Olympus E-520 makes sure every photo comes out razor-sharp thanks to its built-in image stabiliser.

Olympus E-520 digital SLR – main features:
Built-in image stabiliser for all lenses
Autofocus Live View
Excellent dust reduction system
100% D-SLR quality
Face Detection and Shadow Adjustment Technology
6.9cm/2.7in HyperCrystal II LCD
10Mp Live MOS sensor
3.5f/p/s with up to eight images in RAW buffer
Built-in flash and wireless flash control
32 shooting modes
Optional underwater case available
Four Thirds Standard
Compact and ergonomic design
Bracketing functions
ISO 100-1600
AF/ AE lock functionality
Depth of field preview
Anti-shock (mirror lock) function
One-touch white balance
Perfect Shot Preview
100% field of view via LCD
TruePic III image processor
Detailed playback info screen with histogram
Hi-Speed USB 2.0

The Olympus E-520 will be available in the following configurations from June 2008:
*Olympus E-520 (body only) - £479.99
*Olympus E-520 Lens Kit - £529.99
(E-520 body with Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 lens)
*Olympus E-520 Double Zoom Kit - £629.99
(E-520 body with Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 and Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm 1:4.0-5.6 lenses)
*Olympus E-520 Tele Double Zoom Kit - £759.99
(E-520 body with Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 and Zuiko Digital ED 70-300mm 1:4.0-5.6 lenses)

Taken from http://www.ephotozine.com