- 10-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for photo-quality 18 x 24-inch prints.
- 2.7-inch Live View HyperCrystal II LCD screen.
- TruePic III for superior image quality in all lighting situations; exclusive dust-free technology for spot-free photos.
- Lightweight ergonomic design; kit includes 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko lens.
- Stores images on CF, Micro Drive, or xD Picture Cards (not included).
From the Manufacturer
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The lightweight, 10-megapixel Olympus E420 DSLR offers
heavyweight technologies, including a bigger, more viewable
2.7-inch LCD and consumer-friendly fast On-Screen Autofocus, Face
Detection, Shadow Adjustment Technology and Perfect Preview
to get the most out of the Live View experience. Additionally,
when it comes to Live View, not all LCDs are created equal. At
2.7 inches, the portable E-420 LCD is large enough for users to
compose and review images without squinting. The small cameras
LCD is not just larger, it is part of a camera with technologies
intelligent enough to take advantage of the Live View photography
experience. These innovative technologies include:
* On-Screen Autofocus works as seamlessly as a point-and-shoot to
display subjects in focus on the LCD the instant the shutter is
pressed half way.
* Face Detection Technology targets and locks on up to eight
faces to ensure they are in focus and crystal clear for amazing
portraits.
* New and Improved HyperCrystal II Technology delivers twice the
contrast and better viewing in extreme lighting conditions, a
broader range of color detail, and a wider angle of view on the
LCD so you and your friends can see it up to 176 degrees
off-center.
* Shadow Adjustment Technology captures detail in the bright
areas of a frame and opens up detail in the shadows that other
cameras would render too dark or underexposed.
* Perfect Preview enables you to view and select your
favorite effect right on the LCD, and see how the image will look
before you even capture it, so you know that what you see is what
you get. Evolt E420 Digital SLR Highlights
Worlds smallest digital SLR A camera designed to be held away
from the face lets you take great photographs without weighing
you down. The E-420 is small enough to fit into a purse or a
jacket pocket and light enough to shoot with comfortably all day.
Measuring 5.1 inches by 3.6 inches by 2.1 inches (excluding
protrusions), it is the worlds smallest digital SLR. And at a
featherweight 13.4 ounces, only its predecessor (E-410) weighs
less. The E-420s new ergonomic grip on the front of the body
allows for easier one-handed operation and ensures a secure hold
in the most challenging shooting conditions.
14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko lens included The Zuiko Digital 28-84mm
equivalent (ED 14-42mm Four Thirds) f3.5-f5.6 lens perfectly
matches the imager so light strikes the sensor directly to ensure
rich, accurate colors and edge-to-edge sharpness. This lens are
part Olympus expanding line of 100 percent digital lenses --
designed specifically for digital photography. Unlike other
camera companies, Olympus does not rely on old film lenses, which
often result in images with soft edges or other imperfections.
The Live View experience Olympus was the first to bring Live
View to a consumer DSLR (the E-330 in 2006), and Live View has
revolutionized DSLR photography. Anyone who has photographed
young children knows that you get the best reactions when you
hold the camera away from your face and maintain eye contact and
an engaging smile. If you have tried to take photos high above
the heads in a crowd or low near the ground, you will appreciate
that it is easier to use a swivel LCD screen than to climb a
ladder or lie on your stomach.
The E-420 solves these problems with its Live View LCD, which
enables photographers to hold the camera away from their faces
and at angles they just cannot reach by using the optical
viewfinder alone. The E-420s new Live View autofocus
functionality now simplifies the process by working just like a
point and shoot. By simply pressing the shutter button halfway,
your subjects come into focus on the LCD, so when the perfect
moment occurs it is easy to capture sharp images.
A viewable LCD is where a great Live View experience begins. Few
things are more annoying for a photographer than squinting to see
an image on an LCD screen in bright sunlight or a dimly lit room.
The E-420 solves this problem with its large, bright 2.7-inch LCD
display that incorporates new HyperCrystal II technology. This
display offers twice the contrast for better viewing in extreme
light conditions (i.e. when the sun is at your back), a broader
color gamut that displays a greater range of color detail, and a
176-degree viewing angle.
Always find a face in the crowd A camera this consumer-friendly
is perfect for taking portraits of friends and family while out
and about. The E-420s Face Detection feature distinguishes
between peoples faces and the background. It tracks up to eight
faces within the image area and automatically focuses and
optimizes exposure for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures. Even
if your subjects are moving, the camera continuously tracks their
faces.
Bright day or deep shadow, never miss a detail Shooting scenes
with shadows can be tricky because of the extreme contrast
between dark and bright areas. The E-420 addresses this challenge
with Shadow Adjustment Technology that compensates for extreme
contrast when shadow areas are underexposed and lack visible
detail. Now users can preview and capture images with the same
fine contrast they see with their own eyes.
Preview all the possibilities With 18 pre-set scene-select modes
for every imaginable shooting scenario and full manual controls,
the E-420 offers a world of possibilities to photographers.
Additionally, Perfect Preview enables users to preview and
select various photographic effects on a live, multi-window
screen on the LCD before snapping the . This feature shows
photographers what their images will look like beforehand under
various settings, ensuring that they capture exactly what they
want. It is an ideal way for novice users to learn about the
effects of different photography techniques, such as exposure
compensation, white balance and metering.
your photos Capturing, enlarging and displaying amazing
images on your wall is a snap thanks to the E-420s 10 million
pixels for high-resolution photos. The 10-megapixel sensor gives
users the flexibility to prints to the sizes supported by
many of todays printers, or crop the image to print only a part
of the image that is important to them. The high-performance Live
MOS image sensor in the E-420 delivers excellent dynamic range
for accurate color fidelity and a new state-of-the-art amplifier
circuit dramatically reduces noise and captures fine image
details in the highlight and shadow areas.
Improved auto white balance Many digital SLR users want to focus
their attention on things other than white balance while they are
on the move. As a result, the E-420 features an improved
automatic white balance performance with a new algorithm for more
accurate color.
TruePic III for image clarity and speed Olympus TruePic III
Image Processor produces crystal-clear photos using all the pixel
information for each image to provide the best digital images
possible for every photo with accurate color, true-to-life
tones, brilliant blue skies and precise tonal representation in
between. TruePic III also lowers image noise by one step to
reduce graininess in images at higher ISO settings, enabling
great results in low-light situations.
Worried about missing the winning goal at the soccer game? The
image processor on the E-420 enables it to shoot up to 3.5 frames
per second in sequenced shooting mode, which means that
photographers will be able to capture fast-paced action as it
happens.
Dust Reduction System for spot-free images Life moves too fast
to spend time worrying about dust ruining your images. Olympus
proven Dust Reduction System produces spot-free photos with the
exclusive Supersonic Wave Filter. The patented ultrasonic
technology vibrates to remove dust and other particles from the
front of the image sensor and captures it on a special adhesive
membrane every time the camera is turned on. These spot-free
photos liberate users from hours spent retouching photographs at
the computer or sending their cameras back to the manufacturer to
remove dust trapped inside.
Media versatility Accepting both CompactFlash Type I & II,
Microdrives, and xD-Picture Cards, the E-420 provides a choice of
data storage options for enhanced flexibility, and it is possible
to transfer image files from one card to the other right inside
the camera.
Wireless flash capability If you decide to venture into the
arena of advanced lighting, the E-420 is ready to meet the
challenge. The E-420 is compatible with the Olympus FL-50R and
FL-36R wireless electronic flashes that are designed exclusively
for digital photography. When these flashes are used in
combination with the E-420, wireless multi-flash photography is
possible. The E-420 can control up to three wireless flash groups
independently, with several flash units per group.
Review from dpreview.com
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Learn more about this camera
at DPReview.com ( http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/olympuse420/ )
Olympus Evolt E-420 Digital SLR: Highly Recommended (just) by
dpreview.com
The Olympus E-420 is the most 'junior' member in Olympus line of
digital SLRs. It was announced on the 5th March 2008, exactly one
year after the launch of its predecessor, the E-410. Like the
E-410 it comes with a 10 megapixel resolution, live-view and the
SSWF dust reduction system; and like its predecessor at the time
it is also the currently lightest and smallest digital SLR on the
market, especially if you combine it with the Olympus Zuiko 25mm
pancake lens that has been launched at the same time. All in all
the E-420 is only a relatively minor update but it does also
incorporate a number of new features.
New features (compared to the E-410)
* Larger, 2.7" LCD display (versus 2.5" on the E-410)
* Contrast detect autofocus (with select lenses)
* Face detection in live view mode
* Auto Gradation (Dynamic Range enhancement)
* Faster continuous shooting speeds (3.5 vs 3.0 fps)
* Improved right hand grip
* Perfect Preview
* Wireless flash control • Read more at dpreview.com
( http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/olympuse420/ )
