PopPhoto hands on review on the newly announced Olympus E-510 and E-410, here’s a quick summary of the article, “The E-510 packs a significant advancement over the E-410 and all Evolt DSLRs: mechanical image stabilization. This chip-based system works like those on the Sony Alpha 100 and Pentax K10D. Unlike the lens-based IS systems from Canon, Nikon, and Panasonic (Leica), which charge a premium for each imagestabilized lens, the Olympus system works with all legacy Four Thirds Standard lenses.

…The E-410’s battery is plenty powerful: Olympus claims up to 400 shots without Live Preview, and up to 200 with Live Preview on for 50% of the shots….Internally, both camera bodies rely on a metal frame across the camera back and a stainless steel lensmount in front to improve durability…Both cameras have dual card slots for CF and xDPicture Cards, and can store RAW, JPEG, or RAW + JPEG (at several compression settings).

For just $100 more, we think the E-510’s sensor-based IS system (plus larger battery, more comfortable hand grip, and external controls) makes it the better choice for serious photographers. In turn, the E-410 will appeal to entry-level DSLR shooters looking for a smaller, lighter, and more affordable camera body.”

Website : Hands On: Olympus E-510 and E-410 by PopPhoto

DigitlalCameraInfo have the first impression on the new Olympus E-510. Here’s the conclusion: “Olympus is steadily improving its Four-Thirds cameras. We like the styling and operation of the EVOLT E-510 much more than the E-330. We don’t know about the EVOLT E-510’s image quality, but there was a significant jump in quality from the E-300 to the E-330. Our full review will tell if that trend continues, but given the state of the art at this end of the DSLR price range, we expect the EVOLT E-510 to be a player based on its features and styling.”

Likes

• Small size
• Enlarged live view
• Image stabilization
• Dust control system

Dislikes

• Outdated autofocus system
• Small optical viewfinder
• Flimsy kit lens
• Slow projected burst speed

Website : Olympus E-510 First Impression

As we all guessed at the teaser, Olympus has today introduced a new 10-megapixel DSLR. The compact Evolt E-510 offers a 2.5-inch live-view LCD, optical image stabilization, and an improved system for removing dust from the sensor. It also has a new 49-area metering system and uses Olympus’s new TruePic III image processor.

The E-510 will be available in June 2007. The camera has a Four Thirds lens mount and is compatible with Olympus’s E system accessories, including a new wired remote control. It will be sold for $799 (body only), in an $899 kit with Olympus’s new 14mm-42mm lens, and in a $999 two-lens kit that also includes the new 40-150mm lens. Here are more details on the three main features on this camera:

Olympus E510 - Supersonic Wave Filter
And as with all of its E-System cameras, Olympus eliminates the threat of dust: The patented Supersonic Wave Filter was the first of its kind in 2003 and continues to promote dust-free photography in the Olympus E-510. What’s more, the addition of a new Live MOS sensor in this Four Thirds- based camera delivers 10 Megapixels of high-quality detailed photography.

Olympus E-510 - Image stabiliser
Settle for nothing less than the latest in imaging technology. Living up to its reputation as one of the world leaders in digital photography, Olympus has equipped the body of the E-510 with an image stabiliser - so there’s no need to have it in every lens, like with other D-SLRs. Enjoy protection against blur caused by camera shake when working with long exposure times or high magnifications: Don’t risk blurring a shot in high action situations, or when there’s no tripod at hand. All that you need to protect images against blur is built right into the body of this powerful addition to the E-System. And enjoy true-to-life colour reproduction along with exceptional noise performance thanks to the new image processing engine.

Olympus E-510 DSLR - Live Preview
The incorporation of Live Preview takes D-SLR photography in a new and exciting direction. Ensure picture sharpness with unprecedented accuracy: The ability to view images on the 2.5”/6.4cm HyperCrystal LCD at magnifications of 6x or 10x in manual focus mode guarantees that pictures always come out sharp. Auto-focusing is as easy as a push of the AEL button: A quick flip up and then down of the mirror allows the AF measurement to be made - and shooting can begin. Furthermore, with superb image processing speeds of 3fps with a seven image RAW buffer in burst mode, there’s no need to worry about missing a great shot.

Website : Olympus Announces 10MP E-510 DSLR with Optical IS

Website : Olympus E-510 Official Specification

Website : Olympus teaser on new DSLR - probably follow-on to E-500

London, 5 March 2007 – It’s about forethought, professional specifications and the seamless integration of cutting-edge technology: The Olympus E-510 delivers nothing short of impeccable performance. This successor to the E-500 gives photographers a better way to frame their compositions since – unlike most D-SLRs – it boasts Live Preview on its 2.5”/6.4cm HyperCrystal LCD. Olympus proves itself once again as a technology leader with this camera’s built-in image stabiliser, which incorporated directly into the body, so there’s no need for the costly inclusion of a stabiliser in each lens. Experience dramatically improved shooting results with a new image processing engine that offers excellent noise performance – thus bringing picture quality to a whole new level. And, as with all of its E-System cameras, Olympus eliminates the threat of dust with Supersonic Wave Filter. What’s more, the addition of a new Live MOS sensor in this Four Thirds- based camera delivers 10 Megapixels of high-quality detailed photography.

Advanced technology for superior photography

Settle for nothing less than the latest in imaging technology. Living up to its reputation as one of the world leaders in digital photography, Olympus has equipped the body of the E-510 with an image stabiliser – so there’s no need to have it in every lens, as is the case with other D-SLRs. Enjoy protection against blur caused by camera shake when working with long exposure times or high magnifications: Don’t risk blurring a shot in high action situations, or when there’s no tripod at hand. All that you need to protect images against unwanted camera shake has been built into the body of this powerful addition to the E-System. And enjoy true-to-life colour reproduction along with exceptional noise performance thanks to the new image processing engine.

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