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Firmware Version 1.4 For Olympus E-3

added on 2009-04-10 02:14:00
by Tanya Palta

Firmware Version 1.4 is now available for the Olympus E-3 camera. The update improves the AF operation in firmware version 1.3. No other details have been given by Olympus. For more information go to http://www.olympus.co.jp/en/support/imsg/digicamera/download/software/firm/e1/

Tags: Olympus E-3, firmware, Olympus, Olympus E3, dslr

Firmware Ver1.1 For Olympus E3 DSLR

added on 2008-06-17 12:25:00
by Tanya Palta

Firmware Ver1.1 is now available for Olympus E3 DSLR and offers the following upgrades:

* Enabled use of the Image Stabilization function with non-Four Thirds System interchangeable lenses by inputting a specific focal length.
      For details on operations, please click on the URL.
    * Matched the rotation of the dial on the rear of the Power Battery Holder HLD-4 and the movement direction of the AF target.
    * Increased the number of storable still pictures by improving the battery check when the Power Battery Holder HLD-4 is attached.
    * Focusing now stops immediately when the AF start button (AEL/AFL or Fn button) is released.
    * Corrected the phenomenon where the flash control caused an under exposure while using bounce flash at short distances with the FL-50R or FL-36R Electronic Flash.
    * Improved selection and prioritization of the central 5 ranging points when shooting in C-AF mode and Dynamic-single Target mode.

Download it from here.

Tags: Olympus, Olympus E3, dslr, Firmware, Updates

Lets Go Digital Takes Olympus E3 Underwater

added on 2008-04-23 02:46:00
by Tanya Palta

Karin Brussaard from Lets Go Digital took the Olympus E3 for a spin under-water and the results are stunning! The E3 accompanied the photographer in his Red Sea scuba diving endeavor and he found that the E3 could flawlessly deal with light differences and the Nexus E3 underwater housing works perfectly with it. Go here for all the images

Tags: Olympus, Olympus E3, dslr, Reviews

PC Mag Reviews Olympus E-3

added on 2008-04-04 04:13:00
by Tanya Palta

PC Mag reviews the Olympus E-3, which they feel can hold it own against giants like the Nikon D300 and Canon EOS 40D. The E-3 impresses with its comprehensive feature set and comes highly recommended from PC Mag.

When it comes to image quality, the E-3 doesn’t disappoint and the weatherproof, dustproof, and splash proof body is just the cherry on the topping. However the ergonomics was found to be less than intuitive and accessing some basic features can be a little tiring.

Excerpt from the review:
“Although it can't quite match the Nikon D300 in image quality or feature set, I have no problem recommending the E-3 as a slightly less-expensive alternative in the semi-pro D-SLR category.”

Tags: Olympus, Olympus E3, dslr, Reviews

DPreview Reviews Olympus E-3

added on 2008-02-22 03:40:00
by Tanya Palta

Another website to put the spotlight on the Olympus E-3 is DPreview who are of the opinion that the E-3 is suitable for only experienced users and not for those who don’t go beyond the automatic mode. The camera doesn’t have the most intuitve user interface and even the control layout is not much to write about.

However all is not lost as DPreview calls it a worthy successor to the original E-1. The pro-grade weatherproof body and a brighter and bigger viewfinder are some of the highlights of the camera.

Tags: Olympus, Olympus E3, dslr, Reviews

Olympus E-3 Reviewed by Cnet

added on 2008-02-18 16:15:00
by Tanya Palta

The folks over at Cnet took the Olympus E-3 for a spin and the camera managed to get an impressive 8 out of 10 rating. The E-3 doesn’t disappoint when it comes to image quality, its, flip-and-twist LCD, the onboard wireless flash controller and the dust- and splash-proof body. However according to the reviewer, the E-3 falters on issues like ergonomics, software and even the LCD, which was found to be “smallish”.

Tags: Olympus, Olympus E3, dslr, Reviews

Biofos Reviews Olympus E3

added on 2008-01-29 05:05:00
by Tanya Palta

Biofos tested the Olympus E-3 and this review like many others calls the DSLR “counter-intuitive”. It takes a while to get use to the controls but Biofos feels it’s worth it. The E-3 won accolades for its image performance and the level of user input is found to be incredible. In fact Biofos feels that the E-3 is the best E-Series camera out there.

Tags: Olympus, Olympus E3, dslr, Reviews

Luminous Landscape Reviews Olympus E3

added on 2008-01-21 13:44:00
by Tanya Palta

The folks over at Luminous Landscape took the Olympus E3 for a test drive and looks like the E3 failed to leave much of a mark. The major drawback of the E3 was found to be its ergonomics. According to the review all important controls are positioned awkwardly, the buttons are found to be too small and the layout “counter-intuitive”.

However all is not lost and the E3 does redeem itself when it comes to durability. E3 may just be the best choice for those shooting in harsh conditions and its strength lies in areas of auto focus, implementation of live view, dust reduction and environmental sealing.

Tags: Olympus, Olympus E3, dslr, Reviews

Olympus E-3 DSLR Unveiled

added on 2007-11-23 16:09:00
by Tanya Palta

Cannot afford the Nikon D3? Well here is another option for you. The newly announced Olympus E-3, which is based on the company’s famous Four Thirds Standard and is ideal for both professional and personal use. The DSRL totes a 10 Megapixel High Speed Live CMOS sensor, an Olympus TruePic III image processing engine and supports the new ZUIKO DIGITAL SWD (Supersonic Wave Drive) lenses.

Shutter speeds are up to 1/8000th sec and the captured images are shown on a 2.5”/6.4cm multi-angle HyperCrystal LCD. The Olympus E-3 will be available from the end of November 2007 with a 14-54mm lens for approximately £1499.

Tags: Four Thirds, Olympus E3, E3, Olympus, Zukio

Imaging-Resource Reviews Olympus E3

added on 2007-11-20 19:51:00
by Tanya Palta

The Olympus E3 DSLR has been reviewed by the folks over at Imaging-Resource and as expected they were impressed by its performance. The DSLR not only performs well but has been ergonomically designed. So what about the all important image quality? “Quite good” according to the reviewer.

Tags: Olympus, Olympus E3

Olympus E-3 Accessories

added on 2007-11-19 11:10:00
by Tanya Palta

If you have decided to splurge on the Olympus E-3 digital SLR then here are some must have accessories.

Those looking to invest in lenses should check out the new Zuiko Digital ED 12-60mm f/2.8-4.0 SWD (Supersonic Wave Drive) lens which when used in conjunction with the E3, makes it the camera with the fastest autofocus. Another new lens for the E3 is the Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8-3.5 SWD, which retails for $1,199.99.

The FL-50R and FL-36R are two new wireless flashes for the system and both of them include rotary heads. To ensure that the E3 never runs out of juice you can opt for the new HLD-4 Power Battery pack which is priced at $199.

[Via Digital Camera Info]

Tags: Olympus, E3, Olympus E3, Four Thirds

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