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Olympus E-330

Reviewed July 2006

Our Opinion

 Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 7.5 megapixel
• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities

Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.		 9 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 10
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.		 10 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 10
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.		 8 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.		 9
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.		 8 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.		 9
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption —(with rechargeable batteries)
 8 Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
 9
Total: 8.6 Total: 9.4

Positives

Negatives
  • Excellent image quality.
  • Excellent metering.
  • Excellent colour rendition.
  • Effectively noise-free up to 400 ISO.
  • Comlete range of formats (RAW, TIFF and JPEG).
  • Built-in SSWF sensor cleaning system.
  • Useful Live View system.
  • Powerful built-in flash.
  • 14 to 45 mm kit lens a bit soft focus at the wide angle end.
  • Noise reduction system lowers overall image sharpness.
  • Some functions are overly complicated.
  • TTL viewfinder is a touch too small.

Approximate Retail Price: (July 2006)
Canada $1200 body only
$1200 with 14-45 mm
$1750 with 18-180 mm
United States Price in North America
Europe Price in Europe
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Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion




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