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Olympus E-System E-520 SLR Digital Camera w/ 14-42mm & 40-150mm Lenses

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Olympus E-System E-520 SLR Digital Camera w/ 14-42mm & 40-150mm Lenses
Key Features
  • 10 Megapixels
  • 2.7" LCD
  • Live View Autofocus + Face Detection
  • 14-42mm & 40-150mm Lenses
Ideal for photo hobbyists and serious digital photographers alike, the Olympus E-System E-520 SLR Digital Camera offers the versatility, performance, and image quality of a professional SLR in an easy-to-use, easy-to-carry form factor. The 10 megapixel Live MOS image sensor combined with the Olympus TruePic III processor boasts exceptional color and quality with true-to-life skin tones, brilliant blue skies, smooth color transitions, and ample resolution for producing large, detailed prints.

The 2.7" HyperCrystal II LCD enables images to be beautifully displayed in vivid color, even from 176-degree viewing angles or in bright sunlight. Autofocus Live View, a popular feature developed for point-and-shoot cameras, allows you to frame your subjects using the LCD. Advanced Face Detection Technology identifies faces in the frame for perfectly focused portraits. Lightweight and ergonomic, the E-520 is comfortable to use all day - perfect for everything from family vacations to critical studio work. The E-520 makes it easier than ever to shoot like a pro with 20 intuitive Scene Select Modes. Choose from Fireworks, Night Scene, Portrait, Underwater, and much, much more.

Additional features include In-camera Image Stabilization, Advanced Dust Reduction Technology, and High ISO Sensitivity. This kit includes the Olympus E-520 SLR Digital Camera, 14-42mm and 40-150mm lenses.

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Olympus E-520 Overview

Ideal for photo hobbyists and serious digital photographers alike, the Olympus E-System E-520 SLR Digital Camera offers the versatility, performance, and image quality of a professional SLR in an easy-to-use, easy-to-carry form factor. The 10 megapixel Live MOS image sensor combined with the Olympus TruePic III processor boasts exceptional color and quality with true-to-life skin tones, brilliant blue skies, smooth color transitions, and ample resolution for producing large, detailed prints.

The 2.7" HyperCrystal II LCD enables images to be beautifully displayed in vivid color, even from 176-degree viewing angles or in bright sunlight. Autofocus Live View, a popular feature developed for point-and-shoot cameras, allows you to frame your subjects using the LCD. Advanced Face Detection Technology identifies faces in the frame for perfectly focused portraits. Lightweight and ergonomic, the E-520 is comfortable to use all day - perfect for everything from family vacations to critical studio work. The E-520 makes it easier than ever to shoot like a pro with 20 intuitive Scene Select Modes. Choose from Fireworks, Night Scene, Portrait, Underwater, and much, much more.

Additional features include In-camera Image Stabilization, Advanced Dust Reduction Technology, and High ISO Sensitivity. This kit includes the Olympus E-520 SLR Digital Camera, 14-42mm and 40-150mm lenses.

Live View Autofocus
In addition to a traditional optical viewfinder, the E-520 boasts a Live View LCD, which makes it easier to compose and shoot in any situation, from any angle. Using the LCD, autofocus works as seamlessly as a point-and-shoot to ensure proper composition and optimal image sharpness. In addition, Perfect Shot Preview enables you to preview and select your favorite effect on the LCD before you capture it.
Advanced Face Detection Technology
A popular feature developed for point-and-shoot digital cameras, Olympus Advanced Face Detection Technology distinguishes up to eight faces within the frame and automatically focuses and optimizes exposure for sharp, brilliant portraits.
Specialty Scene Modes
The E-520 makes it easy to shoot like a pro with 20 easy-to-use Scene Modes optimized for practically every shooting scenario. From portraits to landscapes, the E-520 can be customized for your specialty photos with a simple selection from the menu.
TruePic III Image Processor
The TruePic III Image Processor provides fast camera operation and processing speed for more responsive shooting. In addition to speed advantages, TruePic III optimizes pixel information for brilliant photos with warm colors and accurate skin tones.
Shadow Adjustment Technology
Enabled by the advanced TruePic III Image Processor, Shadow Adjustment Technology compensates for extreme contrast when shooting under bright light conditions such as afternoon sunlight. Shadow Adjustment Technology adjusts the exposure in the shadows while retaining all the detail in the bright areas.
Anti-Dust System
The proven anti-dust system ensures that you'll get spotless pictures - every time. Every time you turn on the E-520, the Supersonic Wave Filter - located between the shutter and the image sensor - silently vibrates an amazing 30,000 times per second, so dust is flung away and collected so it can't come back. As a result, you can change lenses anywhere without worrying about dust.
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Choose any lens. No matter what type of low-light situation you're working in, the Olympus In-Body Image Stabilization System can reduce camera shake by up to 5 shutter speed steps. Because the stabilization system is built into the camera body, it can be used with any compatible Four Thirds optic.

Olympus E-520 Specs

Camera Type
SLR Digital Camera
Imaging
Resolution
Effective: 11.8MP, Recorded: 10.0MP
Sensor
17.3 x 13mm CMOS
Bit Depth
12-bit
File Formats
RAW, JPEG
File Size
RAW: Up to 11MB
JPEG: Up to 6.8MB
Color Spaces
sRGB, Adobe RGB
Image Stabilization
Yes
Crop Factor
2x
Optics
Lens
14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 (35mm film equivalent: 28-84mm)
40-150mm f/4-5.6 (35mm film equivalent: 80-300mm)
Zoom
Manual Two-touch
Lens Mount
Four Thirds
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Range
14-42mm: 10" (25cm) - infinity
40-150mm: 3' (90cm) - infinity
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount
14-42mm: 58mm
40-150mm: 58mm
Shooting Controls
Sensitivity
ISO 100-1600
Shutter Speeds
1/4000 - 60 sec, bulb
Metering
Digital ESP, Center Weighted Average, Spot
Exposure Modes
Auto, Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Scene
White Balance
Auto, Lamp, Fluorescent 1, Fluorescent 2, Fluorescent 3, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Custom
Mirror Lock-Up
Yes
Burst Capability
3.5fps Continuous Shooting
Self Timer
2 seconds or 12 seconds
Interval Recording
No
Remote Control
RM-UC1 Remote cable (optional)
RM-1 infra-red remote control (optional)
Flash
Built-in Flash
Yes
Effective Flash Range
Up to 39' (12m)
External Flash Connection
Hotshoe
Dedicated Flash System
Olympus FL Series
Max Sync Speed
1/180 sec
Memory
Built-in Memory
No
Memory Card Type
CompactFlash I/II, xD
Still Images per GB
RAW: 93
JPEG: High Res:150 - Low Res:10,240
A/V Recording
Video Recording
No
Video Resolution
N/A
Video Clip Length
N/A
Audio Recording
N/A
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type
Eye-level Single-Lens Reflex
Viewfinder Coverage
95%
Display
2.7" LCD
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity
USB 2.0, A/V Out
System & Software Requirements
Windows 2000, XP, Vista
Macintosh OS X (10.2 or later)
Environmental
Operating/Storage Temperature
Operating Temperature: 32-104°F/0-40°C
Humidity: 30-90% (operating), 10-90% (storage)
Weatherproofing
None
Durability
N/A
Power
Battery Type
BLM-1 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
Power Adapter
No
Physical
Dimensions
3.6 x 5.4 x 2.7" (92 x 136 x 68mm)
Weight
16.8 oz (475g) body only

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