Olympus E-510 review
Verdict
In-camera image stabilisation and dust-reduction figure prominently on most enthusiasts DSLR shopping lists, but all too often we see one without the other, or we get a weak compromise. With the Olympus E-510 we're getting both of these things and, more importantly, they both work. On top of that, you're able to turn the rear LCD on and use the camera like a compact (albeit with manual focus), which is exactly what you want for macro, still-life and landscape photography. Throw in a high-resolution 10MP sensor that delivers largely noise-free images, and all the secondary features you?re ever likely to need and there's no doubt in my mind that the E-510 is currently the definitive Four Thirds DSLR.
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June 01 12:14
Peter Bower
Although the E-510 is now discontinued, its a great camera. The standard Kit lense 14-42 is one of the best performers on the market. Picture quality is way above average when compared to the competition, but fit the pro 14-54 F-2.8 standard zoom and the pictures become outstanding for sharpness which goes to show that very high pixel count is not as crucial as some reviewers would have you believe. If you can find a used E-510 body get it and hold on to it as its a little gem. Peter