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Olympus E30 12.3MP Digital SLR with Image Stabilization (Body Only) | 
| Brand: Olympus
Category: Photography
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as of 9/7/2010 09:56 CDT details
Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  17 reviews
Sales Rank: 19306
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Display Size: 2.7
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.8
Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 5.5 x 6
MPN: 262030
Model: E30 Body
UPC: 050332166967
EAN: 4545350019266
ASIN: B001K3JPRA
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 12.3-megapixel Live MOS imager for photo-quality prints up to 30 x 40 inches | | • | Body only; lenses sold separately | | • | 6 Art Filters; enjoy photographs that ordinarily require the use of special lenses, add-on filters, or the use of complex processing techniques | | • | 270-degree Swivel 2.7-inch HyperCrystal II LCD; Autofocus Live View with Face Detection | | • | Dual card slot; compatible with UDMA-Type I, Type II, MicroDrive and xD Media Cards (not included) |
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Product Description
The Olympus E-30 is the newest addition to the interchangeable-lens digital SLRs (single lens reflex) within the Olympus E-System lineup. This new 12.3-megapixel, FourThirds-compliant camera reinforces the company's commitment to the standard. Positioned as a mid-level model, this new digital SLR camera is intended for anyone who wants to express their creativity through photography, whether they are just starting out or are a professional with years of experience behind them. The E-30 is a camera that has the speed of the E-3 and the freedom to express oneself with a variety of new creative features, from Art Filters that will let you control the way the image looks from a grainy black and white film to exaggerated colors. From the ability to shoot traditional multiple exposures in Live View for a wedding photographer, to the untraditional multiple exposure of the artistic, the E-30 is the camera for the creative shooter who wants to think differently and shoot in new ways.
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| Customer Reviews:
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Huge step up from the consumer line! August 21, 2010
B. Wilcox (Ohio)
After about a year with the E-410, I saw the E-30 around and was curious about stepping up to the "Pro-sumer" line. After about 4 months with this body, I couldn't be happier.
As primarily a sports shooter, having in-body IS, a good burst mode, and quick controls are a must. I'm happy to report all 3 are strong. Shooting at 5FPS makes sure I capture the exact moment I want (fantastic for swings of a hockey or lacrosse stick), and a 10 picture buffer gives me plenty of flexibility. Of course, it also helps to have a fast CF card. I would recommend a 300x.
The IS is an enormous help when on the longer end of my lenses, around 150mm to 200mm, especially when lighting is tough (ice rinks, nighttime sports). I've left it on and never looked back. It really helps step up the performance of my older lenses as well.
Controls took a little getting used to, coming from the very simple E-410, but after a while it felt very natural. Buttons along the top for changing ISO, white balance, and +/- are quick, and I've set the Fn button to One-touch WB. Being able to swivel the screen closed saves battery life, allows me to worry less about scratching anything, and between my viewfinder and the screen on top, I can take care of almost anything I would need.
I have large hands, and despite Olympus being known for having very small/compact camera bodies, this fits my grip comfortably, and being notably lighter than similar offerings from Nikon and Canon is certainly a plus. I've never experienced any sort of fatigue in my hands or shoulders, even after prolonged events.
My E-410 was plagued with noise problems at ISO 800 and 1600, and I'm glad to see that ISO performance has drastically improved here. Compared to Nikon and Canon offerings it is still the noisiest of the three, but that's the Achilles' Heel that comes with smaller sensors.
The screen is far from the largest in the industry, but I've never had a problem with it, and to have tilt/swivel capabilities is absolutely fantastic.
It comes with a number of Art/Fun modes, which seem gimmicky but can be fun to play around with, especially if you'd rather not spend time in Photoshop or GIMPlater.
At the end of the day, this is a wonderful step up from the E-XXX line and I cannot recommend it enough.
Excellent camera for pro or advanced amateur... July 9, 2010
davemo
I love this camera. I purchased it as an upgrade from the E-510. I have been using Olympus cameras for about five years now, and am consistently impressed with their quality of build and quality of the images. I use a mix of Olympus and Sigma lenses. The customization that Olympus cameras afford is out of control. You can fine tune each focus point for a number of lenses, at different focal lengths!!! Although this is a very advanced feature that I'm sure very few people use. The only thing missing on Olympus cameras now is HD video. When they are through with upgrading the Pen series, I'm sure that they will put it on their next DSLR camera. I highly recommend this camera for anyone.
Love it!! June 3, 2010
Dan (Maine, USA)
I struggled with making this upgrade, but found another customers review helpful in choosing the E-30 as an upgrade from my E-510, which I have had for years.
I was using this camera with no issues same day. There was very little learning curve or transition time required from the E-510. I have used all of the art filters and have been pleased with the results. There are several functions and features that are big upgrades from the E-510 which I look forward to using.
My first impression has been great. I am very impressed. This camera is a great choice to upgrade to from a E-4xx or E-5xx.
Olympus E-30 12.3mp May 26, 2010
FGTS (Monterey, CA. USA)
I've read many reviews on this product all showing mixed results. The 4/3 sensor is small and can make a noisy picture if compared against a larger or full frame sensor camera.The Olympus E-30 takes some practice to get the right formulation unlike a point and shoot. I have captured great photos with the Olympus E-30 using the 35-100mm F2 Zuiko lens. The noise level can be high if a person doesn't fully understand the multiple functions on the Gradation and ISO settings. I would suggest using RAW for develop process.
The construction is good, function menu easy to follow the flip screen is helpful in live view mode. The "ART" settings are gimmicky but could be fun for some.
Great Camera for Pro or Enthusiast May 21, 2010
Gerald W. Baynton Jr. (St Louis, MO)
There is almost no genre this camera can't handle. From Macro to Landscapes, I get the same dependable performance. The only drawback is the noise I get at higher ISO settings. Even this looks more like grain than noise and can pretty much be taken care of with post production software.
I thought at first the Art Filters were kind of gimmicky, but I actually find myself using them here and there. We all come across those shot that sometimes looks like a Pinhole filter would look great. With that being said, I wish I could use the filters in other modes, not just the Auto. There is a work around if you shoot in RAW, you can apply the filters to any photo in the free software that comes with the camera.
I love the swivel LCD used with "Live Mode". I am able to set my camera on the ground or at very high and odd angles and frame the shot before exposure. This would be almost impossible with out a step ladder or getting my face in the dirt.
I would recommend this camera to anyone; Pro or Enthusiast. I would also recommend the Olympus 12-60mm F/2.8 Lens as a perfect companion for the E-30 and the Olympus 50mm f/2.0 for a great portrait and Macro lens.
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