Speaking both literally and figuratively theres a lot to get to grips with on the Olympus E-3. I was surprised at its bulk given the inherent – and much boasted about – properties of the Four Thirds system allowing for smaller and lighter cons...
Abstract: Olympus Makes Its Move A Field Review on the Olympus E3 Photos and story by Douglas Brown With the release of the new professional grade E3, Olympus has signaled their re-entry into the pro market after allowing their last top-pro body, the E1, to beco...
Abstract: The E-3, the flagship of Olympus Digital SLR line, combines speed and durability in a splash-proof magnesium alloy body. Early to embrace Live View and Dust Reduction features in a dSRL, Olympus now appears to offer the fastest autofocus in the world....
Abstract: When you look at the many functions and options the Olympus E-3 has, you will agree that for a novice, the choices to be made can be rather daunting. What to do with all these white balance settings? Would I need all the bracketing options (white bala...
Abstract: The 10.1-megapixel Olympus E-3 is a high-end professional digital SLR with an exceptionally fast auto-focus system, built-in image stabilization, Live View and excellent image quality. It’s a part of the Four Thirds digital SLR system, which has a s...
Solid feel to the rugged magnesium alloy body, image stabilisation appears to deliver an unprecedented number of sharply in focus shots when shooting at extreme telephoto
AF hunts around a bit when presented with busy scenes, rotational angle of LCD could be a bit more flexible and the screen itself could be enlargd to 3-inches if we're being picky, white balance occasionally delivers colours a little on the cool side
The Olympus E-3 looks good, feels good and is capable of taking some nicely crisp images into the bargain. We'll bring you a more detailed report in due course. Stay tuned to Best4Reviews for more. Login or register to post comments Digital Cameras E...
Abstract: Built on a magnesium alloy frame the Olympus E-3 feels solid, and is sealed against dust and splashes. Connections include a USB 2.0 high-speed jack, an AC power jack, video out, remote control, and an x-sync terminal. The introduction also includes five...
Can Olympus return to the glory days of the OM System? It has certainly now got the products – both the D-SLR bodies and the lenses – so a lot probably depends on just how well they're marketed. The E-3 is undoubtedly up to the job of attracting advanced ...