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Olympus launch the E-450
Accessible D-SLR quality with added creativity - so they say 
Here's part of the press release:
Here's part of the press release:Quote:
Building on the success of the popular E-420, the new E-450 is packed with features that encourage new comers to DSLR to have fun and explore their creative potential. Three in-camera Art Filters apply stylish effects to any image at the touch of a button. Image composition is simplified via Live View on the bright LCD. Packed with features yet easy to use straight out of the box, this latest addition to the Olympus E-System range is not only one of the smallest and lightest models on the market*, it also boasts all the benefits of the Four Thirds Standard at an affordable price. The E-450 has a full range of Olympus’ innovative E-System technology on board and will be available in stores from May 2009 at a recommended retail price of around £450 for the standard lens kit.
The Olympus E-450 digital SLR – main features:
Usability
• Extremely easy operation – use it straight out of the box
Functionality
• Three Art Filters
• Improved Live View with contrast AF, Face Detection, Shadow Adjustment Technology & phase difference detection AF system
• Perfect Shot Preview to enable comparison of the results of various settings adjustments before actual shooting
• TruePic III+ image processor
Portability
• One of the world’s smallest and lightest D-SLRs providing the ultimate in portability
E-450 Key features:
• 10 Megapixel Live MOS sensor
• High-contrast 6.9cm/2.7” HyperCrystal II LCD
with 176° viewing angle
• The original Supersonic Wave Filter for dust protection
• 28 shooting modes (5 Exposure Modes, 5 Creative Modes,
18 Scene Select Modes)
• Built-in flash (GN12, ISO 100) with commander function for wireless off-camera flash synchronisation
• Wireless flash control in up to 3 groups (separate press release available for Olympus FL-50R and FL-36R flash units)
• 3.5fps with up to eight images in RAW buffer
• One-touch white balance
• AE/AF-lock functionality
• ISO 100 to 1600 for wide-ranging sensitivity
• Depth of field preview function
• 49-segment digital ESP
• Bracketing function (Exposure)
• Detailed info screen with histogram
• Based on Four Thirds Standard
• Dual memory slot for CompactFlash and xD-Picture Card
The Olympus E-450 digital SLR – main features:
Usability
• Extremely easy operation – use it straight out of the box
Functionality
• Three Art Filters
• Improved Live View with contrast AF, Face Detection, Shadow Adjustment Technology & phase difference detection AF system
• Perfect Shot Preview to enable comparison of the results of various settings adjustments before actual shooting
• TruePic III+ image processor
Portability
• One of the world’s smallest and lightest D-SLRs providing the ultimate in portability
E-450 Key features:
• 10 Megapixel Live MOS sensor
• High-contrast 6.9cm/2.7” HyperCrystal II LCD
with 176° viewing angle
• The original Supersonic Wave Filter for dust protection
• 28 shooting modes (5 Exposure Modes, 5 Creative Modes,
18 Scene Select Modes)
• Built-in flash (GN12, ISO 100) with commander function for wireless off-camera flash synchronisation
• Wireless flash control in up to 3 groups (separate press release available for Olympus FL-50R and FL-36R flash units)
• 3.5fps with up to eight images in RAW buffer
• One-touch white balance
• AE/AF-lock functionality
• ISO 100 to 1600 for wide-ranging sensitivity
• Depth of field preview function
• 49-segment digital ESP
• Bracketing function (Exposure)
• Detailed info screen with histogram
• Based on Four Thirds Standard
• Dual memory slot for CompactFlash and xD-Picture Card
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OOO ... what does this mean " so they say"
I have a good play with the new E30, and the the new E450 has been given many of the features of the new E30, and the E30 is a great camera
Also the Art filters which I originally, thought were gimmicky, are very cool
I am seriously tempted by the E30, not this one though, as it is just my camera with two upgrades but if I was looking for my first DSLR I'd be tempted.
Plus a lot of the noise issues, high ISO problems have been sorted.
I think Olympus make great cameras, and the lenses are fantastic
Wonderful people buy Oly's
I feel as the only Olympus user on here
I have to stick up for the Oly users of the world
I have a good play with the new E30, and the the new E450 has been given many of the features of the new E30, and the E30 is a great camera
Also the Art filters which I originally, thought were gimmicky, are very cool
I am seriously tempted by the E30, not this one though, as it is just my camera with two upgrades
but if I was looking for my first DSLR I'd be tempted.Plus a lot of the noise issues, high ISO problems have been sorted.
I think Olympus make great cameras, and the lenses are fantastic
Wonderful people buy Oly's
I feel as the only Olympus user on here
I have to stick up for the Oly users of the world
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Lol it just means it's their words and not mine
Thought you'd be interested hence I posted it
Thought you'd be interested hence I posted it
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Originally Posted by Azz
Lol it just means it's their words and not mine
Thought you'd be interested hence I posted it
Thought you'd be interested hence I posted it
I am interested, if it is anything like the E410/420 they are great cameras to learn on, and smaller than other brands, so are easier to carry about etc.I am seriously impressed with the E30 though
I know they don't appeal to everyone, but I do love the Olympus range
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I thought you were getting a D300 or D700.... ? or are you going to wait and see what the D400 is like?
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Azz I just don't know anymore
I keep looking at the D300, and I still haven't bought it, I know it is an awesome camera, but for whatever reason, I still don't have it
I think, the D700 is not going to happen, it isn't much cheaper here
I have had a good play with the Canon 50D, and I really like it.
I am still trying to decide
silly things like money, does it really make sense switching brands and having to start from scratch??
New cameras are coming out all the time, so the ones I like will have to drop in price at some point
I am totally confused!!!!!
I keep looking at the D300, and I still haven't bought it, I know it is an awesome camera, but for whatever reason, I still don't have it
I think, the D700 is not going to happen, it isn't much cheaper here
I have had a good play with the Canon 50D, and I really like it.
I am still trying to decide
silly things like money, does it really make sense switching brands and having to start from scratch??New cameras are coming out all the time, so the ones I like will have to drop in price at some point
I am totally confused!!!!!
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lol I'm sure you'll be happy with whatever you get in the end as they're all great cameras
I was all for a full frame, but I wasn't expecting these stupid price hikes! So now I am thinking about the D400 when it comes out, and then.... the D4 perhaps the year after when it finally arrives
I was all for a full frame, but I wasn't expecting these stupid price hikes! So now I am thinking about the D400 when it comes out, and then.... the D4 perhaps the year after when it finally arrives
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Yep, when I finally get a new camera, it will be the right one for me
I'd rather take my time , and get the one I am certain about
In the mean time, I have a camera that I still enjoy using xxx
You know, you will get a D700 in the summer!
I'd rather take my time , and get the one I am certain about
In the mean time, I have a camera that I still enjoy using
xxxYou know, you will get a D700 in the summer!
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lol I won't unless they bring the price not only back down to December's price but cheaper still!
You'll end up getting one before me
You'll end up getting one before me
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Originally Posted by Azz
lol I won't unless they bring the price not only back down to December's price but cheaper still!
You'll end up getting one before me
You'll end up getting one before me
I intended to have one by nowThe prices really aren't much better here
You must really miss your D300.