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 New to DSLR's... July 21, 2009
Yorkie Lover
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This is my first DSLR. I saw it on promo at a local electronics store with the extra lens - It was the best deal I saw on a DSLR. So, I went and read the reviews on this camera and decided to take the plunge.
I take loads of pictures of my dogs (show dogs) and thought this camera would give me more definition and clarity...and it does not disappoint.
I simply LOVE this camera. The pictures are awesome and for a newby to the DSLR world, it is fairly easy to learn (although there is loads more for me to learn and I intend on doing my homework). This camera makes you want to learn cause the pictures are so awesome and if it's doing such a great job on automatic, I just can't imagine all the things it'll do once I learn a bit more.
My friend went and bought a 14 mp Sony and although it is nice, the pictures are no better and the price tag was much heftier...and without the extra lens. Nope...I made the RIGHT DECISION.
I'm starting to invest in some accessories. I really want the 300mm lens, but just can't afford it right now (any hints on a good alternative?). I bought a 500/1000 lens for long shots...now I need a monopod cause that lens makes my camera shake (too long to keep your hand steady). I'm also looking at the LOWEPRO 350 which will take both the camera and accessories as well as my 17" laptop - think that will be my next purchase!
BUY THIS CAMERA - it's simply AWESOME!!!
Olympus service rocks! August 13, 2009
bdgilfry@wildchildpublishing.com (California)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I absolutely love the E-520. I have bought five lenses for it so far; my favorite for sharpness is the 50mm f/2 prime lens, but for extra wide, I like the 9-18mm. I have the 70-300mm as well, and it can shoot a bird at 200 feet and put it right in your face.
I am also very impressed with the kit lenses. I do a lot of manual focusing and shooting, and these lenses are sharp... truly unbelievable for the price, and they stand up well against some very expensive glass by other manufacturers. Over the years, I have spent a LOT more money for lenses that turned out to be inferior to these.
Olympus makes some of the top lenses in the world.
The menu on the E-520 was easy for me to understand from the start, but I've been shooting with SLRs for over 40 years. Even though the E-520 is called an "entry level" SLR, it might prove daunting for a beginning photographer. Nonetheless, if you are mildly familiar with f-stops, apertures, shutter speed and film speed (or equivalent), I think you'll find this an easy camera to operate.
I have spent hours at [...] comparing studio photos and resolution charts as shot by various cameras. Olympus measures very well against the big money cameras in the studio shots. In the resolution charts, though, Olympus falls behind. So, if you need the absolute best digital image money can buy and you can afford [...], buy the new Nikon; or, shell out [...] for a Canon Mark II or III. All these cameras will give you better resolution than any Olympus camera.
BUT... Although the price of those cameras is many times higher than your E-520, the quality of their pictures is not much higher. And, by the way, in my opinion the E-520 shoots better pictures than the E-30 or the E-3.
I don't do magazine layouts or commercial photography; however, on occasion, I do like to blow a picture up to 16x20 or larger, and the E-520 gives very satisfying results.
Moreover, Olympus has given me GREAT service. I have had to return two lenses for various reasons. In one case, Olympus shipped me a brand new lens; in the other case, they repaired the lens and had it back to me within the week; no questions, no hassle.
Nice camera, very pleased December 8, 2008
Jeff M (Wisconsin)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is a great camera for the price. I have had it for about 2 months now. It feels really good in my hand, which I could not say with the same with the D60 or Cannon XS series. In-body IS works well. Autofocus is reasonably fast. Auto exposure works well, even with the annoying flash turned off (it uses the flash to get the white balance I believe). Lots of configuration options. Image quality is excellent.
Downside: The included software isn't the most fully featured however.
I don't know much about SLRs and am getting my feet wet. This is my first and I am not disappointed. I just shoot in auto mode and it does a very good job. Way better then a point and shoot, and a lot more fun to use.
New Experience January 12, 2009
James C. Liebegott (Western PA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I've had a digital camera for several years, but this is the first one with all the bells and whistles. I'm still learning about all the settings and options, but am very happy with it so far. Also, my dealings with Amazon on this, an additional lens, and a card were first class, and the prices were quite acceptable.
Awesome Camera September 21, 2009
Marvin L. Benoit (Caribbean)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I have been an Olympus Camera user since I bought my OM-1 over 30 years ago. My first digital camera was the C-3030 camera which provided great use for over 8 years while living aboard my sailboat in the Caribbean. It was a natural choice to move up to the e-520 as I have a large collection of OM lens and wanted to use them on the new DSLR. The camera has a feel very similar to the C3030 in both menu and general feel. After receiving the camera I was really impressed with the quality of the images, both vibrant and great resolution. Although the original OM lens won't give me auto-focus, this has proved to be a minor problem as I am used to the full manual functions of the OM-1. The quality of the pictures using the OM lens has been extraordinary. If you are looking for a camera that gives you a lot of bang for the buck I would highly recommend you consider it.
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