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As digital photography has gained popularity and become affordable for just about everyone, increasing numbers of photographers are demanding the higher quality and flexibility that only an SLR camera can offer, with the availability of interchangeable lenses, external flash systems and other accessories. Now, with the Olympus E-500, the promise of creative digital SLR photography is within everyone's reach.With 8.0 million pixels, the Olympus E-500 ensures subjects are always recorded in brilliant detail. Furthermore, rather than using an ordinary Interline Transfer CCD, this model incorporates a Full Frame Transfer CCD (FFT CCD). This type of CCD has a larger pixel area, because there is no dedicated transfer channel, instead the photodiode itself is used for this purpose. As a result, the FFT CCD captures more electrons, to deliver a higher signal/noise ratio and a wider dynamic range. The photos therefore benefit from greater exposure latitude, more detail and less noise. In addition, the camera is equipped with a special noise filter that minimizes image noise at high ISO values.Incorporation of the TruePic TURBO image processor not only ensures images pack a punch with their life-like color, resolution and contrast, it also adds speed to the Olympus E-500. Sequential shooting at 2.5fps is possible with all image data formats. In the HQ (1/8) or SQ JPEG format, images can even be recorded up to the full memory card capacity when using high-speed media, such as SanDisk SDCFX (Extreme III). In addition, users also benefit from the two memory card slots - one for CompactFlash and another for xD-Picture Cards - which add to this model's practicality and provide extra data security.Operation is further enhanced by the camera's large 6.4cm/2.5" HyperCrystal LCD screen with 215,250 pixels for viewing shots. It conveniently allows results to be viewed in large format directly on the camera without glare, even in direct sunlight and at angles of up to 160°. Views of recorded shots can be enlarged up to 14x to facilitate easy checking. The LCD doubles as the easy-to-read status panel, giving clear, detailed information on all camera settings.Product Identifiers
BrandOlympus
MPN262064
UPC0050332299405, 4046628139094
ModelE-500
eBay Product ID (ePID)100161617
Product Key Features
Battery TypeLithium-Ion
TypeDigital SLR
ColorBlack
ConnectivityUSB
SeriesOlympus EVOLT
Dimensions
Depth2.6in
Width5.1in
Item Weight15.3 Oz.
Height3.7in
Additional Product Features
Screen DetailsLCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-2.5"-Color
Exposure Compensation±5 Ev Range, in 1/2 or 1/3 Ev Steps
Light SensitivityIso 100-1600, Iso Auto (100-400)
Sensor TypeCCD
Max Shutter Speed1/4000 Sec
Lens TypeZoom Lens
Exposure RangeEv 1-20 (Iso 100)
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera28-90mm
Special EffectsNeutral, Contrast Compensation, Vivid, Black & White, Saturation, Sepia
Camera Flash FeaturesAf Illuminator, Flash +/- Compensation
Battery Form FactorManufacturer Specific
Focus AdjustmentManual, Automatic
Operating System SupportedMs Windows XP, Ms Windows ME, Ms Windows 2000, Ms Windows 98SE, Apple Mac OS X 10.2 or Later
Expansion Slot1X xD-Picture Card, 1X CompactFlash Card-Type I/II
Sensor Size13.0x17.3mm
Display Size2.5in
Still Image FormatTIFF, Raw + JPEG, Raw, JPEG
Exposure ModesProgram, Aperture-Priority, Bulb, Shutter-Priority, Manual, Automatic
Display RotationBuilt-In
Screen Size2.0".5"
Lens System FeaturesFloating System, Aspherical Lens
Light Sensitivity Max1600
Max Operating Temperature40°C
Maximum Resolution8.0MP
Optical Viewfinder TypeEye-Level Penta-Dach Mirror
Red Eye ReductionYes
Min Shutter Speed8 Min
Focal Length Range14mm-45mm
Display TypeLCD
Lens Construction10 Group(s) / 12 Element(s)
Sensor Resolution8.0MP
Lens Filter Size58mm
Exposure MeteringMulti-Segment, Spot, Center-Weighted
Additional FeaturesPhoto Preview
Flash TypePop-Up Flash
Min Operating Temperature0°C
Viewfinder-Field Coverage95%
Exterior ColorBlack
FeaturesPhoto Preview
Connector Types1X Composite Video Output, 1X USB
Shooting ProgramsLandscape-Portrait, Portrait Mode, Landscape, Macro, Document, High Key, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Candle, Low Key, Night Scene with Portrait, Sports Mode, Night Scene, Children, Fireworks
Flash ModesRed-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro, Fill-In Mode, Off Mode, Auto Mode, Rear Curtain Sync
Dioptric Correction Range-3 to +1
Viewfinder Magnification1.0X
Camera TypeDigital SLR
Auto Focus TypeTTL Phase Detection
Viewfinder TypeOptical
Lens for Sd14-45mm and 40-150mm
Supported Flash MemoryxD-Picture Card, xD-Picture Card Type H, Microdrive, xD-Picture Card Type M, CompactFlash
Ratings and reviews
Most relevant reviews
- 21 Dec, 2021Most favourable review
Nice vintage Digital camera with CCD Sensor
Solid vintage 4/3 camera with nice Kodak CCD sensor. Great colors out of the box! Great entry level camera for the beginning photographer.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 21 Sep, 2021Most critical review
not good
The camera powerd on but took no pictures when looking through the eye piece every thing was blured had to get it repaired thamks for having to finaly pay the value of a new one . next time you tell custommers your product was tested please dont power it on an think everything is fine ..SMHVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 Mar, 2022
Great camera, beautiful pictures, easy to use.
It was a little confusing as we didn't have an instruction book. But thru UTUBE we found many instructions on how to use it. Everything worked perfectly. Excellent buy.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 29 Apr, 2023
Would like to have at least add the number set with the camera
Didn't receive a memory card with it or at the least the product #. Still trying to come up with it ( I've bought 1already it wasn't the correct one.!!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 11 May, 2017
Olympus E500 Digital Camera
On my way to Danali Park in Alaska with my new camera.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 26 Aug, 2020
Great quality pictures
Great camera. Good quality picturesVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 25 Nov, 2020
Olympus Camera
I find it challenging to useVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 26 May, 2020
Poor quality in pictures
Poor quality pictures you get better better quality with a phoneVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 15 Nov, 2022
Kodak image
A lot of plactic but it is good thingVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 20 Nov, 2018
Love it
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
