Olympus E-400 Review
Review Date: January 25th 2007
Author: Michael Roscoe
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Ratings (out of 5) |
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| Design | 4 |
| Features | 3.5 |
| Ease-of-Use | 4.5 |
| Image Quality | 4 |
| Value for Money | 4 |
The Olympus E-400's compact size might be enough to set it apart from the competition but once a protruding lens is attached it isn't exactly pocket sized. That said, it could be the final nail in the coffin for bridge cameras like the Sony R1 and the Samsung Pro815, as it is lighter and smaller and offers all the creative benefits that an interchangeable lens camera can offer. It's unlikely that this will this signal the beginning of even smaller DSLRs, as portability isn't usually the top priority of consumers wanting to use these cameras. But the E-400 should satisfy most consumers demands as it has 31 auto shooting modes for totally automatic functionally and there's a number of colour modes cable of producing vivid tones, as well as black & white and sepia computer-free effects. It is also worth noting that the 10MP 4:3 ratio CCD size doubles the focal length of all its lenses (to 35mm equivalent) which is especially useful for shooting subject matter that is hard to get close to, like wildlife or sports. The Olympus E-400 delivers a pleasing user experience with straightforward handling that will appeal to beginners and enthusiasts alike.
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