Price range: £999.00
What is it: 10-megapixel pro dSLR with live view
What we think: Accessible and highly-capable pro dSLR with adroit live view and corking pictures
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 4 March 2008
Tags: olympus, manufacturers, sensor, boasts
We like:
Excellent pictures; easily mastered control system; strong implementation of live view; powerful burst mode
We don't like:
Resolution isn't as high as rivals; quirky flash controls; screen feels small
You might also need:
Four Thirds system lenses
CNET UK judgement:
Accessible controls and multi-talented live view make the Olympus E-3 friendlier than other higher-end models, with unstinting burst mode and admirable picture quality making it worth considering for professionals. It's a little heavy and the screen isn't huge, but the camcorder-style flip-out display and previewing options bring live view into its own on this first-class camera
Olympus E-3 History
27 Feb 2008 in Crave
Hands-on with the Olympus E-3: A pro dSLR that isn't scary
With its flip-out screen, clever live view and straightforward two-wheel controls, the 10-megapixel Olympus E-3 is an unintimidating professional SLR
21 Nov 2007 in Crave
Photos: Hands on at the Olympus E-3 launch
We got our hands on the forthcoming Olympus E-3 dSLR at a James Bond-themed event, giving us a closer look at one of the most feature-packed cameras we've ever seen
17 Oct 2007 in Crave
Olympus E-3: Flagship dSLR finally launches
Olympus has announced the launch of the E-3, a 10-megapixel flagship dSLR using the Four Thirds lens standard and an adjustable live view LCD display
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