The Olympus EVOLT E-410: The Lightweight D-SLR

The Olympus EVOLT E-410 the incredibly compact and lightweight D-SLR with Live Preview capability. Equipped with 10 megapixel MOS image sensor 2.5" LCD and support by wide variety accessories. The latest digital cameras reviewed by DP Review have given this camera an overall thumbs up. The positive sides to the Olympus E-410 were its light weight, speedy auto focus / shutter performance, low noise across the ISO spectrum, effective dust remover and fantastic results right out-of-the-box. And also Live Preview function that allow you to framing compositions though large 2.5”/6.4cm Hyper Crystal LCD.

So it does seem that the Olympus E-410 EVOLT is a pretty good buy, but do not think there was nothing bad about this camera as there was (well a couple of things).The only two real bad points found were the counterproductive Noise Filter and disappointing dynamic range performance (not much really).

If your looking to buy an entry-level DSLR that is relatively advanced and the price of $800 is in your range then this makes a good choice (remember to see the read link for a full detailed review).

Olympus EVOLT E-410 Overview

Extraordinary compactness, leading-edge technology and brilliant performance distinguish the new Olympus E-410 from the competition. This successor to the E-400 is one of the world’s most compact D-SLR with Live Preview. Photographers benefit from exceptional mobility and are not limited to only looking through the viewfinder when framing compositions, as is the case in most D-SLR, but can frame their subject directly on the large 2.5”/6.4cm Hyper Crystal LCD. Thanks to compatibility with the Four Thirds Standard, a supreme selection of lenses and other accessories is at the disposal of users, extending the potential areas of application. Meanwhile, a new, professional-grade Live MOS sensor delivers 10 Megapixel of high-definition image recording under all conditions. Also new is the image processing engine which features excellent noise performance. It dramatically boosts shooting results and further perfects quality. And naturally, as with all E-System cameras from the inventor of dust-free D-SLR photography, the Olympus E-410 incorporates the patented Supersonic Wave Filter. This ensures that users never need to worry about the harmful effects dust can have on their images.

New features (compared to the E-400)

• Ten megapixel Live MOS Image Sensor (provides Full Time Live-View)
• Auto Focus in Live View (although still requires live view freeze and mirror flap)
• TruePic III processor (faster, better image quality, better noise reduction)
• Improved continuous shooting; still 3 fps but unlimited at JPEG HQ or 7 RAW
• No warning message at higher sensitivities (E-400 warned from ISO 800 upwards

Exceptional compactness and cutting-edge technology

One of the smallest and lightest D-SLR with Live Preview in the world, the E-410 gives photographers a decisive advantage. Matched with a range of ultra-compact lenses, this camera allows for virtually unimpeded mobility. It is therefore ideal for taking along on trips, holidays, photo assignments, for that matter, to just about any shooting situation where a large, bulky camera set-up might compromise the photo opportunities.

The Live Preview function is available for shots with both auto focus (AF) and manual focusing (MF), allowing scenes being framed to be viewed directly on the 2.5”/6.4cm Hyper-Crystal LCD. The AF function is enabled by simply pressing the AEL/AFL button, which prompts the mirror to fold down momentarily and then quickly pop back up again once the AF measurement has been made. The MF option, meanwhile, allows for superior focusing accuracy as images on the LCD can be enlarged by 6x or 10x. It is therefore ideally suited for macro shooting.

In the development of this camera, particular emphasis was placed on boosting performance and further reducing image noise. By incorporating a new image processing engine and sensor, this latest Olympus model produces sensationally clear 10 Megapixel results with accurate color reproduction, and can boast faster processing speeds, as well as low power consumption. Sequential shooting at up to 3fps with a seven image RAW buffer in burst mode is also possible.

Superior handling

The E-410 meets just about every professional demand, yet it also proves that high performance need not mean difficult operation. In addition to offering an abundance of adjustable exposure options, including full manual control for unlimited creative freedom, 32 consumer-friendly shooting modes are on board for ease-of-use in all manner of situations. These range from Portrait and Macro to Underwater Wide, Underwater Macro and xD Panorama. Meanwhile, photographers can make use of various color modes and Black&White filters. What’s more, Live Preview functionality allows users to preview and manage tedious adjustments such as exposure and WB compensation right on the LCD – so photographers can revel in the unique comfort and control this added convenience affords them.

Users have a choice of data storage options: both Compact Flash and xD-Picture Cards can be used with the E-410, which allows even those upgrading from Olympus compact cameras to continue using their existing cards. And to ensure accessibility across the entire European continent, ten languages are on board and a further 15 can be downloaded if desired.

With the intuitive placement of buttons and controls, photographers will feel at home with the E-410 in no time. Info screens can be selected to show full advanced information or just the basics, making it very user-friendly, even for beginners. And ensuring quick data transfer between camera and computer, Hi-Speed USB is supported with up to 480 Megabit/s/s.

Wide range of accessories

Users benefit from nearly boundless versatility when choosing accessories for their E-410 thanks to compatibility with the Four Thirds System. This standard is supported by a growing number of companies and ensures full cross-manufacturer compatibility of lenses. In addition, almost the complete line-up of E-System accessories can be used with this model. This includes first-class, near telecentric lenses that cover the full scope of focal ranges from fisheye to ultra zoom. Since Four Thirds Standard lenses are built specifically for the rigorous demands of digital photography, they can achieve higher-aperture shots without being as big and bulky as their non-Four Thirds counterparts. The E-410 also comes equipped with a long-lasting rechargeable battery that will ensure power requirements are met – even if the shoot goes into overtime. And for capturing beautiful scenes up to 40m below the water’s surface, the Underwater Case PT-E03 is available. When it comes to those underwater shots, count on bright Live Preview to make the experience even more rewarding. Get a better and more accurate view of compositions before you shoot them – and take the guesswork out of D-SLR underwater photography.

As one of the world’s most compact D-SLR. The E-410 boasts two very convincing arguments. Matched with a high-performance image sensor and a fast new image engine featuring outstanding noise characteristics, ambitious photographers can look forward to superior picture quality and excellent handling that exceeds their expectations – while retaining amazing mobility. This intriguing member of the E-System family will be available from June 2007.

The Olympus EVOLT E-410 digital SLR – Main Features

• Light and compact with Live Preview
• 10 Megapixel Live MOS sensor
• New image processing engine
• Hi-Speed USB 2.0
• 2.5”/6.4cm Hyper-crystal LCD
• Supersonic Wave Filter for dust protection
• Dual memory card slots (for xD-Picture Card and Compact Flash)
• 32 shooting modes (include 5 exposure, 7 creative & 20 scene modes)
• Built-in pop-up flash (GN 10)
• 3fps with up to seven images in RAW buffer
• One touch white balance
• AF-lock functionality
• Depth of field preview function
• 49 segment digital ESP
• Exposure bracketing function
• Beginners’ and advanced info screen
• Detailed playback info screen with histogram
• Based on Four Thirds Standard
• Optional Underwater Case (PT-E03) available

ZUIKO Digital 14 - 42 mm F3.5 - F5.6 (28 - 84 mm equiv. FOV, 3.0x zoom) (Kit lens for E-410 and E-510)	ZUIKO Digital 40 - 150 mm F4.0 - F5.6 (80 - 300 mm equiv. FOV, 3.75x zoom)

Olympus E-System lens line-up

Top Pro lens range

• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 7-14mm (14-28mm) 1:4.0
• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 35-100mm (70-200mm) 1:2.0
• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 90-250mm (180-500mm) 1:2.8
• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 150mm (300mm) 1:2.0
• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 300mm (600mm) 1:2.8

Pro lens range

• ZUIKO DIGITAL 11-22mm (22-44mm) 1:2.8-3.5
• ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-54mm (28-108mm) 1:2.8-3.5
• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 50-200mm (100-400mm) 1:2.8-3.5
• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 8mm (16mm) 1:3.5 Fisheye
• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 50mm (100mm) 1:2.0 Macro

Standard lens range

• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm (28-84mm) 1:3.5-5.6
• ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-45mm (28-90mm) 1:3.5-5.6
• ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 18-180mm (36-360mm) 1:3.5-6.3
• ZUIKO DIGITAL 40-150mm (80-300mm) 1:3.5-4.5
• Extra compact ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm (80-300mm)
  1:4.0-5.6
• ZUIKO DIGITAL 35mm Macro (70mm) 1:3.5

Olympus EVOLT E-410 Specification

Body material	Plastic
Sensor	• 4/3 type Live MOS sensor • 17.3 x 13.0 mm active area • 10.9 million total pixels • 10.0 million effective pixels • RGB (Primary) color filter array • Fixed low pass filter (anti-alias filter)
Dust suppression	Supersonic Wave Filter
Image processor	TruePic III
Image sizes	• 3648 x 2736 • 3200 x 2400 (3:2) • 2560 x 1920 • 1600 x 1200 • 1280 x 960 • 1024 x 768 • 640 x 480
File formats	• RAW • RAW + JPEG • JPEG (EXIF 2.2) - (1/2.7 SHQ, 1/4 HQ, 1/8 or 1/12 SQ)
Lenses	• 4/3 standard lens mount • Range of ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses available • Multiply focal length by 2 for 35 mm equiv. FOV
Auto focus	• 3-point TTL phase difference detection • Detection range: 0 to 19 EV (ISO 100) • Available in Live View (slight pause and mirror flip required)
Focus area selection	• Automatic • Manual
Focus modes	• Single shot AF • Single shot AF + MF • Continuous AF • Manual focus
Manual focus	Focus by wire (on lens)
AF assist lamp	Yes, flash strobe (flash must be raised)
Shooting modes	• Auto • Program AE (with shift) • Aperture priority AE • Shutter priority AE • Manual • Portrait • Landscape • Macro • Sports • Night Scene & Portrait • Scene
Additional scene modes	• Beach and Snow • Candle • Children • Documents • Fireworks • High Key • Image Stabilization Mode • Landscape • Landscape & Portrait • Low Key • Macro • Nature Macro • Night Scene • Night Scene & Portrait • Portrait • Sports • Sunset • Underwater Macro • Underwater Wide
Sensitivity	• Auto (ISO 100 - 1600) • ISO 100 • ISO 200 • ISO 400 • ISO 800 • ISO 1600
Metering system	• 49-zone multi-pattern • Range: 1 to 20 EV (50 mm F2, ISO 100)
Metering modes	• Digital ESP • Center-Weighted Average • Spot • Highlight based spot • Shadow based spot
AE Lock	• AE/AF lock button • With shutter release half-press
AE Bracketing	• 3 frames • 1/3, 1/2, 0.7 or 1.0 EV steps
Exposure steps	1/3, 1/2 or 1.0 EV
Exposure compensation	• -5.0 to +5.0 EV • 1/3 EV steps
Shutter speed	60 - 1/4000 sec
White balance	• Auto • Overcast • Shade • Tungsten • Sunlight • Fluorescent 1 • Fluorescent 2 • Fluorescent 3 • Manual ‘one-touch’ • Kelvin (3000 - 7500 K, 7 steps)
WB fine tuning	• Red - Blue: +/- 7 steps (2 mired each) • Green - Magenta: +/- 7 steps (2 mired each)
Color space	• sRGB • Adobe RGB
Image parameters	• Color mode (Natural, Vivid, Muted) • Saturation (5 levels) • Contrast (5 levels) • Sharpness (5 levels) • Monochrome (B&W, Sepia, Red, Green, Blue) - filter (Ye, Or, Re, Gr) • Gradation (High Key, Normal, Low Key)
Drive modes	• Single • Continuous
Continuous	• 3.0 fps • JPEG: Unlimited at HQ quality • RAW: 7 frames maximum
Self-timer	• 2 sec • 12 sec
Flash	• Pop-up • TTL auto / manual • Guide no. 10 • 1/180 sec X-sync speed • Sync modes: Auto, Red-eye reduction, Slow sync with red-eye reduction, Slow sync, 2nd curtain slow sync, Fill-in, Off • Flash power: Up to +/- 2EV in 1, 1/2, or 1/3 EV steps
External flash	Hot shoe
Viewfinder	• Eye-level optical single-lens • Field of view 95% • Magnification Approx. 0.92 (-1m-1, 50mm lens, infinity) • Eye point 16 mm at -1 diopter • Diopter adjustment -3 to +1 • Focusing screen: Fixed type (Neo Lumi-Micron Mat Screen) • Mirror: Quick return mirror • DOF preview: press left arrow button
Viewfinder info	• AF frame (super impose) • AE lock • AF confirmation mark • Metering mode • Exposure mode • Shutter speed • Aperture value • White balance • Exposure compensation value indicator • Flash • Battery check • Record mode • Number of storable still pictures
Orientation sensor	Yes
LCD monitor	• 2.5" TFT LCD monitor (wide viewing angle) • 215,000 pixels • Live View available
Playback functions	• Single • Magnify (2 - 14x) • Index (4, 9, 16, 25 frames) • Calendar view • Rotation • Light box view • Slide show • Histogram (Lum. / RGB) • Highlight & Shadow point warning
Playback information	• Exposure mode • Metering mode • Shutter speed • Aperture value • Exposure compensation level • ISO • Color space • White balance mode • White balance compensation level • Focal length • Focus area • File type • Picture mode • File name • Image size • Recorded card type
Editing	• RAW development • JPEG editing (B&W, Sepia, Red eye reduction, Color saturation, Resize)
Menu languages	• English • German • French • Spanish • Italian • Russian • Czech • Dutch • Danish • Polish (Other languages can be downloaded)
Storage	• Compact Flash (Type I and II) • xD Picture card
Connectivity	• USB 2.0 (Hi Speed) • Video Out (NTSC / PAL)
Vertical / portrait grip	Unknown
Power	Lithium-Ion rechargeable
Dimensions	130 x 91 x 53 mm (5.1 x 3.6 x 2.1 in)
Weight (no battery)	375 g (13.2 oz)
Weight (inc batty)	435 g (15.3 oz)

Olympus Evolt E-410 Street Price

	Olympus E-410 Body	Olympus E-410 with 14-42 mm Lens	Olympus E-410 with 14-42 mm Lens 40-150 mm Lens
	$676.36	$743.73	$833.64
	N/A	$719.99	$809.99
	$674.23	$799.99	$899.99
	$675.99	$771.99	$867.99
	$699.99	$759.99	$859.99
	N/A	$799.99	N/A
	N/A	$799.99	N/A
	N/A	$799.99	N/A

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