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Olympus E1 5.5MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
Olympus E1 5.5MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
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Olympus E1 5.5MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) Details

Editors' Comments

Introducing the world's first 100% all-digital interchangeable lens camera! The OLYMPUS E-1 starts with a 5.5 Megapixel Full-Frame Transfer CCD for increased dynamic range, improved color, and reduced image noise. Digital Specific Lenses matched to the CCD break down light and picture-quality barriers. ED and aspherical glass elements provide impeccable focus accuracy from edge to edge Built-in synch socket connect to optional strobes, infrared or radio slaves Built-in -3 to +1 diopter adjustment Exposure Modes - Program with Program Shift / Shutter Priority / Aperture Priority / Manual Exposure Compensation - +/- 5 steps Unit Weight - 23 ounces

Olympus E1 Specifications

  • 5.5 Megapixel
  • SLR/Professional
  • 1.8 in. LCD Panel
  • CompactFlash Card Type I, IBM Microdrive
  • External Flash

Product Information

Manufacturer Olympus
Part Number 262005E1
UPC 050332143913
Release Date Oct 8, 2003

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