[ OFFICIAL RELEASE 2010.09.14 ] - Olympus E-5

[headfonz]

I think I read somewhere that the sensor is used to auto adjust the LCD brightness.

basically to dim the LCD when viewing through the OVF

 

[diCam]

I think I read somewhere that the sensor is used to auto adjust the LCD brightness.

The sensor under the viewfinder is probably a proximity sensor. The LCD will be turned off if the eye is close to the viewfinder.

 

[mskong]

gosh..can't wait to view the demo unit if available in Singapore....

 

[napalmdog]

I wonder how people can say the E620 focusing is "acceptable"

you're comparing it to what? if versus D90/50D or higher no question its lousy. compared to other entry-levels, it's just on par. other entry-level cams also have problems focusing in low-light

 

[diCam]

I'd a chance to handle a pre-production set. It was mounted with a 12-60mm SWD when some shots were taken.

In my opinion, Olympus has live up to its promise by focusing on image quality. Details retention, dynamic range, color reproduction and noise control is greatly improved. I personally consider this a big leap for Olympus' 4/3 standard.

No banding is found when shoot indoor at ISO 3200. Highlight and shadow is well controlled. Colours are retained and can hold on pretty well. Details are retained and the gradation is clearly defined.

Depending on situation, ISO 6400 is usable.

I shot in RAW during the session and view the pictures on a LCD monitor and I'm very happy with what I saw.

 

[bousozoku]

I'd a chance to handle a pre-production set. It was mounted with a 12-60mm SWD when some shots were taken.

In my opinion, Olympus has live up to its promise by focusing on image quality. Details retention, dynamic range, color reproduction and noise control is greatly improved. I personally consider this a big leap for Olympus' 4/3 standard.

No banding is found when shoot indoor at ISO 3200. Highlight and shadow is well controlled. Colours are retained and can hold on pretty well. Details are retained and the gradation is clearly defined.

Depending on situation, ISO 6400 is usable.

I shot in RAW during the session and view the pictures on a LCD monitor and I'm very happy with what I saw.

ISO 6400 is a boost setting, right, so up to ISO 3200 is considered part of the normal range of sensitivity?

 

[diCam]

ISO 6400 is a boost setting, right, so up to ISO 3200 is considered part of the normal range of sensitivity?

When I access the menu and direct button ISO 6400 is already there.

 

[spidey89]

I'd a chance to handle a pre-production set. It was mounted with a 12-60mm SWD when some shots were taken.

In my opinion, Olympus has live up to its promise by focusing on image quality. Details retention, dynamic range, color reproduction and noise control is greatly improved. I personally consider this a big leap for Olympus' 4/3 standard.

No banding is found when shoot indoor at ISO 3200. Highlight and shadow is well controlled. Colours are retained and can hold on pretty well. Details are retained and the gradation is clearly defined.

Depending on situation, ISO 6400 is usable.

I shot in RAW during the session and view the pictures on a LCD monitor and I'm very happy with what I saw.

That's good to know,really, Like I've said before,give Olympus time and they will improve, the sensors on the old cameras from other brands,though they were big, they were not good as compared to today's camera,why? tech improvement,now Olympus has proven that the small sensor is not a problem

ISO 6400 is a boost setting, right, so up to ISO 3200 is considered part of the normal range of sensitivity?

I think its part of normal,from what I understand from reading so far,seems that only ISO 100 is part of the expanded range

 

[diCam]

if they didn't forget then i would think that oly intends to play down the "replacement" idea.

some oly users may be "offended" that the e-5 is evolution and not revolution.

Why did Olympus intends to play down the "replacement" idea?

Quote from OPR published in DPR:

Olympus has announced the E-5 professional DSLR, replacing the E-3. Almost three years after launching its predecessor, the company has refreshed its professional flagship to reflect the features of its latest E-series and Micro Four Thirds cameras. The E-5 is built around the weather-sealed body of the E-3 and offers a 12Mp Live MOS sensor, 2.7" 920k LCD, Live View with Contrast AF, HD video recording and shutter speeds of up to 1/8000th sec. It will be available from October 2010 at an estimated retail price of $1699.99. We've had a chance to look at a pre-production E-5, so have prepared a brief hands-on preview discussing its features.

 

[Hitman]

xD cards are officially dead!

Looking at the rear of the E-5, it seems that the directional buttons are very close to the edge, I held the E-3 and would think that some of us with big hands might press on the 'right' button at times. Probably not a big thing, but just something to take note of...

Selectable 2,3,5,7 frames for AE bracketing - Landscape photographers would be pleased.

I think this is a nice upgrade. Olympus took the E-3 and upgraded every aspect of it... what's there not to like... But would I buy NOW? Nope, probably wait one year (or two) when the price goes down... I'm still trigger happy with my E-3

 

[nightpiper]

Saw some hi ISO pics from this site, for anyone interested

http://www.dslrmagazine.com/pruebas/pruebas-de-campo/olympus-e-5-toma-de-contacto.html


Certainly there's improvement. But for me.... Suddenly there's an urge to get the PL1. HAHAHAHA!! Anyone any lobang with good deals like that of Adorama ~US480? :bsmilie::bsmilie:

 

[nex100]

Olympus idea of a flagship product is disappointing ... Hope the e620 replacement will be more promising

 

[microcosm]

Pass.

Until the next flagship release.

Or Olympus China sends me a long term loaner.

At the meantime, for serious shooting, I am off to the Pentax camp. See you guys around here... Since I am still a "Penfriend"...

 

[nightpiper]

Pass.

Until the next flagship release.

Or Olympus China sends me a long term loaner.

At the meantime, for serious shooting, I am off to the Pentax camp. See you guys around here... Since I am still a "Penfriend"...

Look on the bright side bro. At least Oly has released something. Fujifilm has not release a DSLR for very long liao... :sweat:

And from the samples i see floating around the web, i think there's no more early highlight clipping & at the same time maintains the shadow details.

 

[diCam]

And from the samples i see floating around the web, i think there's no more early highlight clipping & at the same time maintains the shadow details.

You should see the image at 1:1. Awesome (in my opinion)!

 

[mojims]

Pass.

Until the next flagship release.

Or Olympus China sends me a long term loaner.

At the meantime, for serious shooting, I am off to the Pentax camp. See you guys around here... Since I am still a "Penfriend"...

Until they tax you for your PEN? *quick run and hide* ;p

 

[K3N]

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Some E-5 marketing videos.

 

[bchyeo]

Get Olympus has some photos taken by the E-5:


http://www.facebook.com/#!/photo.php?pid=31757127&o=all&op=1&view=all&subj=63355899492&id=1151122114

http://www.facebook.com/getolympus#...&op=1&view=all&subj=63355899492&id=1028175738

http://www.facebook.com/getolympus#...&op=1&view=all&subj=63355899492&id=1028175738

 

[albertri]

Some E-5 marketing videos.

Im more impressed to the video cam they are using for the dessert/sand strong lols.

Kidding aside E3 could also do that and I think Pentax K7 also

 

[nightpiper]

You should see the image at 1:1. Awesome (in my opinion)!

i came, i saw but i didn't "concur" :bsmilie::bsmilie::bsmilie: