Olympus E-450 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Kevin Carter

Reviewed on: 20 August 2009

Tags: Olympus, Olympus E-450, battery pack, dynamic range, compact camera

We like:

Small size; optical viewfinder; decent build quality; live view; good picture quality; reasonable price

We don't like:

Cramped viewfinder; tardy contrast-detection autofocus system

CNET UK judgement:

As an entry-level digital SLR, the Olympus E-450 doesn't disappoint. Its diminutive dimensions, positive handling, excellent layout and optical viewfinder make it a practical alternative to the Micro Four Thirds-based Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1, as well as more standard rivals. It also sports some welcome improvements over its predecessor, the E-420, but they're fairly subtle, so most people probably won't want to make the upgrade

Full review:

An update to the E-420, the 10-megapixel E-450 is Olympus' key entry-level digital SLR, and one of the most affordable available. It's also the smallest fully-featured dSLR with an optical viewfinder that you can currently find. It costs around £315 for the body only, £390 with the 14-42mm standard kit lens, and £450 with the 14-42mm and 40-150mm lenses. Continue Reading...