Typical price: £850
What is it: 7.5-megapixel dSLR with 3.2x optical zoom
What we think: A very good mid-range dSLR with unique live scene viewing on its large LCD
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 3 March 2006
Tags: Olympus, Olympus Evolt E-330 camera kit, aspect ratio, displays, contrast
We like:
Can preview shots on LCD; large LCD; very solidly built; strong photo quality
We don't like:
Takes a while to work out some of the features; kit lens is slow
CNET UK judgement:
The Olympus Evolt E-330 is a very good mid-range dSLR with unique live scene viewing on its large LCD
Full review:
Kodak used two sensors in its EasyShare V570 to enable its ultrawide second lens. Olympus puts a second sensor to better use with its Evolt E-330 -- providing its digital SLR with a live preview, just like those in standard point-and-shoot cameras. Though the LCD certainly can't replace the viewfinder for most shooting, it turns out to be quite useful to have around. Aside from that innovation, the 7.5-megapixel E-330 is a decent, feature-packed, solidly built model, albeit with a few flaws. Continue Reading...
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