Olympus launches new DSLR cameras, EVOLT E-410 and E-510

Live Preview is one of the functions I’ve missed on DSLR cameras from the beginning and Olympus had the first camera, E-330, that offers this function. Now Olympus added two now DSLR models with this function, the EVOLT E-410 and E-510.

Essentially both cameras have approximately the same specs, with the addition of Image Stabilisation and support for both CF and xD memory cards on EVOLT E-510 model. Both cameras offer a 10 megapixel LiveMOS sensor, TruePic III image processor, Supersonic Wave Filter for dust protection and a 2.5”/6.4cm HyperCrystal LCD.

Olympus EVOLT E-410 and E510

Below are the specs for the two cameras:

• D-SLR with built-in image stabiliser
• 10 Megapixel Live MOS sensor
• Live Preview
• New image processing engine
• Hi-Speed USB 2.0
• 2.5”/6.4cm HyperCrystal LCD
• Supersonic Wave Filter for dust protection
• 28 shooting modes (incl. 5 exposure, 5 creative & 18 scene modes)
• Built-in pop-up flash (GN 10)
• 3fps with up to seven images in RAW buffer
• AF-lock functionality
• Depth of field preview function
• Bracketing function (Exposure, White Balance, Focus)
• Detailed playback info screen with histogram
• Based on Four Thirds Standard, making it compatible with almost the entire range of system accessories

• Light and compact with Live Preview
• 10 Megapixel Live MOS sensor
• New image processing engine
• Hi-Speed USB 2.0
• 2.5”/6.4cm HyperCrystal LCD
• Supersonic Wave Filter for dust protection
• Dual memory card slots (for xD-Picture Card and CompactFlash)
• 32 shooting modes (incl. 5 exposure, 7 creative & 20 scene modes)
• Built-in pop-up flash (GN 10)
• 3fps with up to seven images in RAW buffer
• One touch white balance
• AF-lock functionality
• Depth of field preview function
• 49 segment digital ESP
• Exposure bracketing function
• Beginners’ and advanced info screen
• Detailed playback info screen with histogram
• Based on Four Thirds Standard
• Optional Underwater Case (PT-E03) available

Apparently everybody is preparing for the major imaging shows that will take place soon in USA and Japan. I hope that also other digital cameras manufacturers will launch DSLR models with Live Preview function, one name that comes into my mind being Canon.

Press release: EVOLT E-410 and EVOLT E-510