Camera: Olympus E500 DSLR
Price Range: Approx. $1200 (With Dual Lens Kit) Still available at this price.
Date of Review: 28/02/07
Like? Many advanced features (some of which I am still working out). Takes great pics in all light conditions. Does all ranges and ISO settings (ISO100-ISO1600). Built-in flash with optional bayonet for external flash. Pre-set options for almost any scenario. Very light for a full size DSLR. Has full manual or auto settings. 2.5 inch screen. Can take an XD-card and a compact-flash card simulatiously, good for very large capacity photographers. Battery can last for longer than it takes to fill a 1GB memory card on high quality. Up to 8MP quality at optimum performance.
Dislike? The flash goes balistic when the camera is trying to auto focus in low light, even when a high iso setting or slow shutter speed it set (sometimes it doesn't even use the flash after doing this). With all attachments and equipment together (ie. lenses and flash, etc.), the whole bag can be quite bulky and heavy. Can't take a standard SD-card, accessories can be more expensive than some competitors. Other than that, quite a good all round camera for the amature and professional alike.
Rating: 9 out of 10
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