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CNET Asia Review

By Philip Ryan, CNET.com
Sep 27, 2007

Very good

7.1

out of 10

The good: Sensor-shift image stabilization; Live View mode (LCD preview) operation.

The bad: Sluggish autofocus; subpar exposure and white-balance performance; some poor choices for default settings.

The bottom line: The Olympus E-510 has quirky exposure and white-balance issues, but its Live View and Image Stabilization modes may make some photographers give this SLR a chance.

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tanchj1

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Good for beginner

Oct 12, 2007

Rating: 9 out of 10 (Spectacular)
Pros: IS is good, better kit lens
Cons: Autofocus
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Value for money.

jonu

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Value for money

Oct 8, 2007

Rating: 8 out of 10 (Excellent)
Pros: Live view, LCD info++, Scene select, IS, Better KIT lenses, value buy, great forbeginners
Cons: Pre-flash is "too flashy", usability can be better , USB port placement
Opinion:
Excellent value for money, got me a 2 lense set, excellent for beginners like me, live view is surprisingly excellent(end product), can be viewed from every angle, IS is noticeable, dust reducer is effectively working. Seamless transfer to PC and software is more than adequate without using pro graphic software. Learning curve is not that steep but can be improved especially the menu navigation system. Function button is great for setting regularly used function. However, USB port interrupting operation when connected. Excellent buy for semi-pro.

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