Olympus E-30 review

Serious mid-range player or a bit of a gimmick?

Our Score 4.5

Last reviewed: 2009-02-15February 15th 2009

Digital SLRs/Hybrids Review

Price at launch	£700.00
Product Type	Digital SLR Camera
Battery Size Supported	Proprietary Battery Size
Effective Camera Resolution	12.3 Megapixel
USB	Yes
Product Family	E
Image Stabilization	Optical
Optical Zoom	5x
Brand Name	Olympus
Screen Size	6.9 cm (2.7")
Viewfinder Type	SLR
Weight (Approximate)	655.0 g
Minimum Focus Distance	250 mm
Maximum Image Resolution	4032 x 3024
Number of Batteries Supported	1
Battery Built-in	No
Battery Rechargeable	Yes
Battery Included	Yes
Display Screen Type	LCD
Total Camera Resolution	13.1 Megapixel
Camera Assembly	Body with Lens Kit
Memory Card Supported	CompactFlash (CF) Card, xD-Picture Card, Microdrive
Height	108.0 mm
Width	142.0 mm
Depth	75.0 mm
Autofocus Points	11
Product Series	E
Focal Length	12 mm to 60 mm (Lens 1)
Image Formats	JPEG, RAW
Flash Modes	Auto Flash, Flash ON, Red-eye Reduction
Focus Modes	Auto, Manual
Manufacturer	Olympus Corporation
Product Model	E-30
Product Name	E-30 Digital SLR Camera
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Manufacturer Part Number	N3224392
Manufacturer Website Address	www.olympus.co.uk
Marketing Information	For many, the pursuit of artistic expression is the essence of creative photography. With the Olympus E-30, this objective is closer to reality than ever. The stunning new model joins the ranks of the Four Thirds System-based E-System line-up, incorporating an inspiring range of Art Filters that support the photographer's vision. These enable moods to be conveyed that are otherwise only possible through the use of special lenses, add-on filters or via complex image processing techniques.
Package Contents	E-30 Digital SLR Camera ED 12-60mm f/2.8-4.0 Lens BLM-1 Li-Ion Battery CB-USB4 USB Cable CB-VC2 Video Cable Shoulder Strap Instruction Manual Warranty Card BCM-2 Battery Charger BC-1 (Body Cap) Software CD-ROM EP-5 Eye Cup
Display Resolution	230000 Pixel
Standard Warranty	2 Year