Olympus Evolt E620 12.3MP Live MOS Digital SLR Camera with Image Stabilization and 2.7 inch Swivel LCD w/ 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 and 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 ED Zuiko Lenses | 
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Monitor Size: 270
Optical Zoom: 3
Maximum Resolution: 12.3
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 5.1 x 2.4 x 3.7
MPN: E-620 Dual Lens
Model: E-620 Dual Lens
UPC: 050332167360
EAN: 0050332167360
ASIN: B001TXKQBK
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| Features:
| • | 12.3-megapixel Live MOS sensor for photo-quality, poster-size prints | | • | Lightweight ergonomic design; kit includes 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko lens and 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 ED Zuiko lens | | • | TruePic III for superior image quality in all lighting situations; Supersonic Wave Drive (in-body sensor shift) | | • | 2.7-inch HyperCrystal III Swivel LCD; Smooth Live View allows you to change the frame rate of the Live View display | | • | Stores images to Compact Flash (Type I and II), Microdrive, xD Picture card (not included) |
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Product Description
Shoot outside the box with the world's smallest and lightest image-stabilized digital SLR. The DSLR that puts creative freedom in the palm of your hands. Six creative in-camera art filters, Multiple Exposure shooting and a swivel Live View 2.7" HyperCrystal III LCD offer artistic freedom and endless creative possibilities. The 12.3-megapixel Live MOS sensor and TruePic III+ processor provide exceptional picture quality. With in-body Image Stabilization and small 16.76-ounce body, the E-620 is a camera that truly lets you shoot outside the frame.
ADD STYLE TO YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY WITH SIX ART FILTERS.
From the bright colors of Pop Art to the gritty black and white of Grainy Film, the six in-camera art filters transform your photography into works of art. Pop Art super-saturates colors, creating brighter, more vivid photographs. Soft Focus creates a dreamlike quality giving photographs a fantasy feel. Pale and Light Color brings soft, flat light and pastel coloring to photographs. Grainy Film produces a gritty high-contrast black-and-white film look. Light Tone brightens the image and its darker areas, providing more detail. Pin Hole darkens the outer edges of a photograph, therefore enhancing the subject in the center and bringing the photograph to life.
CREATE UNIQUE, STRIKING IMAGES WITH MULTIPLE EXPOSURE SHOOTING.
With this new camera's Multiple Exposure function you are free to tell a visual story your way, whether in a portrait, a landscape or a combination of both. The image capture options allow you to shoot two shots on the same frame, use a save shot and then shoot another, or to capture up to 3 shots separately and combine them in the camera later. Superimpose your own portrait with a starry night sky to create a photo with the impact you desire. Let your imagination lead you to new creative discoveries.
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 Simply the Great August 11, 2010
Dipayan Aich (Cardiff, UK)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Olympus is one of the unsung heroes in most of the markets in the world because of their marketing strategy or what ever the reason is.
A sort history before I start, this is my second D-SLR and first one was Sony Alpha 200. And with experience of 1 year DSLR photography with my Sony, I could able to find out my expectations, and they are
1. My type of photography would be mostly travel photography > landscape > portrait > wildlife, macro and others
2. weight advantage
3. options for better lenses than kit lenses
4. money matters
5. latest technologies
beyond these expectations there is my passion towards technology as well as photography. So before I went to buy a new d-slr, I started reading about the brands, their ideas and stories. The main thing that turned me towards Olympus was, their passion for innovation; when all (other leading brands) were in street war to increase the sale and came up with ideas just by modifying existing technology, Olympus (with a small group of other companies) showed the courage to come up with totally new ideas based on the imagination of an ideal camera & lenses as well as keeping photographers in mind - they gave birth of four third technology. Along with the image capturing technologies they introduced a small but sufficient range of quality lenses which are made by experts in the field of optics. Beyond this, my other expectations were also fulfilled by the camera - Olympus E620 that I am using now,
1. Though entry level camera, it is capable to handle complex situations in the sense of easy configuration and usability
2. This is the most (one of) lightweight camera weighing around 475g, as well as lenses are lightweight
3. quite a number of pro lenses available
4. average/competitive pricing - low in many cases
5. latest or not, totally different and quite innovative technologies used - four-third sensor, SWD for AF, Supersonic Wave Filter for dust protection, sensor shift IS (similar tech may be used in Sony also) for in-body image stabilization etc
Apart from these, other things that one would like:
- Easiest menu navigation and configuration without going into the menu options, its known as super-menu
- Option to play around with Contrast, Sharpness, Saturation, RBG curve directly without going to Menu options
- even though two different types, you can use two memory cards (one CF and other is XD) and can switch between on the fly
- all direction Tiltable LCD screen
- dedicated keys for most of the key feature - WB, ISO, Image Stabilization, Exposer lock, live view etc
- 5x/7x/10x magnification is useful in Live view mode for manual focusing
- pop-art filters which are candid to use
- Image stabilizer can be switched on only for one direction also, like only for horizontal movement or only for vertical - which helps in creating nice panning effect (I haven't tried this feature though).
- Supports mirror-lockup
Some of the positives or negatives
- only 7 AF area and 5 are cross-type AF sensor
- It gives guidance frame for panorama, but it works only on XD card
- Some pro level configuration option like auto focus adjustment for each lens that is registered with the camera, but most of us do not bother about those settings
- lens firmware can be upgraded for better performance but only if company provides an update
Some negative points as pointed out by different forums or I think they are negative
- due to reduced sized sensor, noise are more. but in most of the cases there is workaround to reduce noise. four-thirds have crop factor of 2.
- availability of camera, lenses or accessories in India are not at all widespread.
Rest of the features are mostly comparable with other brand's entry level models.
Great Camera August 8, 2010
PebbleHV
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Not my 1st. Olympus DSLR but might be my last. Has everything I want in a
Camera. Good sensor, IS and the controls are well laid out. The lens I have work well with this camera. Only thing that might be missing is GPS.
A camera that has it all (almost) July 27, 2010
Ravenhurst
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I bought the E-620 as a Christmas present to... myself in December 2009. I went the Olympus way basically because of sentimental reasons: an old guy I used to know was a World War II photographer who shot Olympus until the day he died; he was the one who introduced me to the brand back in 1982.
Quickly after I set my hands on the E-620 I knew that this was a compact powerhouse. I am an amateur enthusiast with unfortunately too little time to pursue my passion for photography, but even without too much familiarization with the E-620 I was able to shoot some incredible photos right out of the gate and with the kit 14-42mm, which is a little gem if you get to know how to use it.
What I truly like about this camera:
1. Body built like an armored car; I've used much more expensive cameras that feel "flimsy" in comparison to the Oly.
2. A Super Control Panel with tons of information.
3. Excellent Live View.
4. Swing and tilt LCD monitor -- one BIG plus in my book!
5. In-body image stabilization that the competitors should really study and adopt, too!
6. Dust-removing system that WORKS...
7. Power Grip HLD-5 that offers endless battery life and balances the camera wonderfully in both larger and smaller hands ( I have smaller hands).
8. Without the power grip, I can comfortably and steadily hold the camera like my much smaller Canon point-and-shoot.
What I slightly dislike:
1. Viewfinder is a bit smaller than in other comparable cameras; I wear glasses and using the viewfinder requires some getting used to.
2. If you do not use the battery grip, the single battery will drain rather fast, especially if you decide to tweak with the Art Filters and Scenes.
3. LCD not as crisp and bright as the competition.
4. Menu system that is often a bit confusing and takes a lot more effort to learn than the competition.
That this Oly does not offer video recording leaves me unconcerned. I never really understood why I should be buying a still photo camera in order to shoot video, but this is another story. Don't let the absence of this rather useless function deter you from VERY seriously considering the E-620.
Image quality: I have shot some 10,000 pictures with this camera, mostly during experiment runs. Without too much digging into the menus and various fine tuning choices, output from the E-620 ranges from excellent to truly stunning. In fact, one of my routine complaints (to myself) is that I just don't know how I got to shoot the stunning ones! My next step is to get a notebook, set the camera in a particular way, make an exact notation of the settings, shoot, say, 50 photos, and mark the end of the run so that I get to know exactly how a series of photos was produced. I am convinced that once I get to know the Oly beyond the rudimentary, results will be consistently pretty amazing.
By way of comparison, I recently purchased a Nikon D5000 which, right out of the box, has pleasantly surprised me with incredibly sharp, beautifully colored images. Adding a Sigma 18-50mm to the package has produced even greater output. I know the Oly is quite capable of similar performance, but it needs nudging and tender loving care.
Another thing is that Olympus offers a limited choice of lenses that won't break the bank plus finding non-Oly lenses for the Four Thirds system is a bit of a challenge. In contrast, with the Nikon you are almost spoilt for choice; I have already bought two lenses beyond the two included in the kit, whereas with the Oly I have practically run out of choices after the kit lens, the 35mm macro, and the 70-300mm, both by Olympus.
I never shoot RAW; the Oly's JPEG engine seems entirely prepared to meet the crunch with aplomb. I rarely need to post process.
Bottom line: the Oly E-620 is an extremely attractive package, tightly manufactured, well calibrated, more than reasonably priced, and expertly equipped. It feels "snug" and "natural" in one's hand and this is the kind of feeling that, to me at least, adds significantly to the pleasure and comfort a photographer gets from a camera. Give the E-620 the utmost serious consideration. If you decide to buy it, you won't be disappointed (but you NEED to devote significantly more time to getting to know it well).
Great Entry Level DSLR July 20, 2010
JFK1969
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I am an amateur photographer, not a professional by any means. But I've been using an old Canon AE1 35mm film camera and/or a point and shoot digital for a quite few years and wanted to upgrade to a DSLR. After doing the research, I went with the Olympus. Everybody has their own preferences, so that plays into the equation. My friends with Canons say that Canon is the only way to go and every other brand sucks. My friends with Nikons say that Nikon is the only way to go and every other brand sucks. I compared this camera with the comparable Canons and Nikons and when it all played out, the Olympus was the camera that best matched my wants/needs.
The Pros:
One of the main selling points to the Olympus is that it has in body image stabilization, so you don't have to worry about buying lenses with IS vs. without. Pretty much, you can slap any lens on it and get image stabilization. This also cuts down on the weight of the lenses. This is something my Canon friends bitch about. They have lenses that do not have IS, so they get some blurred shots from time to time. Buying the lenses with IS is a lot more expensive. With the Olympus, you don't have to worry about it. For most amateur photographers, this is a big plus.
The Zuiko kit lenses are top notch. I've got the 14X42mm, the 40X150mm and the 35mm Macro lenses, and they are all very impressive.
The other Zuiko lenses are all great quality and get great reviews, while Canon and Nikon lenses tend to either be damn excellent or nearly crap. Plus, since the E-620 has in body image stabilization, you can simply buy an adaptor and use Canon and Nikon lenses (the ones without image stabilization), or other old prime lenses (though, the autofocus will not work with these 'other' lenses).
The live view function is excellent, even though I hardly ever use it. I always use the viewfinder, but in playing with the live view, it rocks for what it is. If you are gonna use the live view function a lot, this camera has a very good one.
The rotating/swiveling LCD display makes it easy to use the live view function (or the menus in my case) from odd angles if/when necessary. This is really helpful when taking macros, or using a tripod, or any other time you may need to be at an odd angle or attitude to the camera.
Built in dust reduction system. This is a very handy feature to keep the sensor clean without you having to do anything but turn the camera on.
The built-in art filters are excellent.
The image quality is excellent. You have to play with the camera settings and learn how to get what you want out of it. It will produce stunning pictures, once you get the hang of it. This is true with any higher line DSLR. Right out of the box on "Auto", this camera produces nice images. But take the training wheels off, and this camera quickly gets even better.
The controls are well laid out and pretty easy to use, plus they are programmable. So if you want to 'customize' the buttons for certain features that you use often, you can easily do so.
The body is smaller, compared to other comparable DSLRs. I also find it to be very comfortable to handle. This is nice because you can carry the E-620 around without too much hassle. It is still a full size unit, but less size and weight are a plus if you are gonna lug the thing around all day.
The basic functions are pretty easy to learn/use with a little practice. But as with anything else, RTFM!
The price. If you shop around, this camera is a LOT cheaper than the comparable Canon (50D) or Nikon (D5000). You can get the body, 2 kit lenses and a few accessories for what it would cost you to get the comparable Canon/Nikon body and maybe one kit lens. Why pay a lot more $$$ for the Canon/Nikon name, when the odds are, you'll never notice a difference anyway? Sure, the brand snobs will point out all kinds of things that they say make their brand of choice "better", but unless you are a pretty serious photographer, it won't mean a thing to you. And if it does, you are probably gonna buy a much more expensive/sophisticated camera anyway. If you are looking for the most "bang for your buck", this camera delivers.
The Cons:
Overall, the Canon 50D and the Nikon D5000 will have a slightly better picture quality at high resolution; but the difference is not really noticeable unless you are a professional or otherwise have a lot of experience in the field. Most entry level buyers will never notice the difference anyway. Or, they'll cover the difference in Photoshop/Lightroom, etc. If you ARE sophisticated enough where these minor differences are going to make or break your selection, the odds are that you probably were not going to buy into this price range anyway.
The viewfinder is a bit small. This takes a little getting used to and is something Olympus could (and should) improve upon. This is a minor inconvenience, but still, it could (and should) be better.
The camera does NOT have video recording capability. For some people, this is a problem. For me, it is not. I already have an HD camcorder that I like, so I didn't want (or need) one in my still camera. Plus, for me, it just seems wrong to be taking videos from this type of camera. But that is just personal preference. If I'd wanted a camcorder/DSLR hybrid, I'd probably have considered the Olympus PEN. But in any event, if you want a camcorder function, the E-620 doesn't have one.
The XD memory card. This camera uses both XD cards and CompactFlash cards (one slot for each). I like the CompactFlash cards, but the XD is not ubiquitous. Plus, the panorama function on the camera will only work with an XD card installed. If you are switching from a point and shoot, unless you have a Fuji or Olympus (about the only two cameras that use the XD cards), your existing memory cards (SD, etc.) will not work. And here is a tip: Buying high quality CF cards will speed up the write times. So don't skimp.
Selection of lenses/accessories. There are a lot more kit lenses and accessories for Canon and Nikon. Not all of them are necessarily good or useful, but they are out there. So if you want the widest selection of aftermarket goodies, Canon or Nikon is probably gonna win that race. Yes, you can always buy an adaptor to use other manufacturer's lenses, but this is not exactly the same as purpose built accessories because not all of the lens functions will work with an adaptor (autofocus, etc.).
The autofocus can be a bit fickle in low light. If you use the built-in flash with the auto-focus in some low light situations, it will still sometimes take the camera a while to dial in the focus. This can be pretty damn frustrating. Using manual mode and manual focus solves this problem. Since I have progressed to using manual mode with manual focus almost exclusively, this is no longer an issue for me. But it is an issue that Olympus should work on improving. I am told that the Canon/Nikon cameras can also have this issue, but that they are less temperamental about it than the Olympus.
Battery life. Personally, I think the battery life is fine. However, if you use the live view function, it drains the battery a lot quicker. I seldom use the live view function, so I don't notice much of a problem. However, I bought a spare battery to keep in the bag anyway, so this is moot for me. If you are gonna spend $500-$600 on a nice camera, go ahead and drop the extra $10 for a spare battery, no matter what brand you buy.
Brand recognition. People know the names "Canon" and "Nikon" very well. Olympus, not so much. So if you are a 'brand conscious' consumer who needs to go along and fit in with the crowd, then play it safe and buy a Canon or Nikon, and you'll be happy.
The Bottom Line:
I LOVE this camera. I'd buy it again in a heartbeat. It is a pretty sweet rig. The truth is, at this level, you will probably be satisfied with whatever you buy. But for me, for the money, this is the best value for what I wanted in a camera. As with any DSLR, there is a learning curve. You HAVE to put the work into learning how to use the camera. If you are just gonna set it to "Auto" and snap pictures, then you may as well save the money and just buy a nice point and shoot because you are not going to enjoy or appreciate ANY complex DSLR. But if you are willing to put some time and practice into it, this camera will do whatever you want and more. It isn't a perfect camera, but none of them are. Do your research and make your decision based on the features and functions (and budget) that YOU want out of a camera. If the E-620 meets the criteria for what you want/need in a camera, then buy one and you will not be disappointed.
 Big improvement over the Olympus 420/520 cameras June 29, 2010
mark
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
My biggest complaint about the the Olympus 420 is the slow autofocus speed. This is especially notable in low light. I have a great deal invested in Olympus E system accessories and lenses so was reluctant to change camera brands. I have been very happy with the newer E620. it is a major upgrade on the 420/520 cameras.
The AF speed is much better, even with the kit lenses that I already own. The 620 has 7 auto focus sensors,5 are are the cross type. The 420 has only 3, non cross type AF sensors.
Another improvement is the contrast detect auto focus when using live view.There is still a significant delay when shooting with live view, but it is much improved over shooting with live view in the 420, which was essentially not usable except for landscapes and studio work
Much of my photography is underwater, and have found the slow autofocus of the 420 to be an annoying handicap especially shooting macro. I plan on purchasing the PT-E06 housing for the 620, and based on on dry land experience will expect the 620 to much more responsive.
Overall I think the 620 is a one of the best Olympus DSLR cameras to date, It has the same sensor as the E-30, in much smaller and lighter body. It also shares with the E30 the ability to do double exposures, and the "art filters".Though I have yet to find a use for these features.
I have taken about 500 shots since I purchased the body, and am quite satisfied. Highly recommended
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