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Olympus E-620 review

The highly desirable new DSLR from Olympus is a compact marvel, and suitable for all skill levels

Our Score 4

Last reviewed: 2009-04-03April 3rd 2009

Price at launch £599.00
Product Type Digital SLR Camera
Battery Size Supported Proprietary Battery Size
Effective Camera Resolution 12.3 Megapixel
USB Yes
Wide Angle No
Product Family E
Image Stabilization Optical, Electronic
Colour Black
Brand Name Olympus
Screen Size 6.9 cm (2.7")
Viewfinder Type SLR
Weight (Approximate) 475.0 g
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 Only
Memory Card Supported CompactFlash (CF) Card, Microdrive, xD-Picture Card
Height 94.0 mm
Width 130.0 mm
Depth 60.0 mm
Autofocus Points 7
Product Series E
Image Formats JPEG, RAW
Flash Modes Auto Flash, Flash OFF, Flash ON, Red-eye Reduction
Focus Modes Auto
Manufacturer Olympus Corporation
Product Model E-620
Product Name E-620 Digital SLR Camera
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Manufacturer Part Number E0414592
Manufacturer Website Address www.olympus.co.uk
Marketing Information

The world's smallest and lightest D-SLR with Built-in Image Stabilization and a portable creative studio! The new Olympus E-620 combines the technical sophistication required by pros with easy-to-use functions desired by hobbyists. As a result, ambitious photographers everywhere can now take creativity to a whole new level.

Package Contents
  • E-620 Digital SLR Camera
  • BLS-1 (Lithium-Ion Battery)
  • HLD-5 Battery Holder
  • BCS-1 (Battery Charger for BLS-1)
  • Shoulder Strap
  • BC-1 (Body Cap)
  • EPC-1
  • CB-USB6 (USB Cable)
  • CB-VC2 (Video Cable)
  • Software CD-ROM
  • Operating Instructions
  • Warranty Card
  • Display Resolution 230000 Pixel
    Standard Warranty 2 Year

    Product Summary

    E-620

    Olympus E-620

    Price at launch

    £599.00

    For

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    Feature rich

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    Good for beginners too

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    Great AF in Live View

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    Versatile LCD screen

    Against

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    Noisy

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    ISO 400 is the max

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    ISO 3200 is awful

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    AF not quick enough

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