Olympus E-420 review

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  • Full review at: www.cameralabs.... : A ten minute video tour around the very compact Olympus E-420 DSLR, by Gordon Laing, Editor of www.cameralabs.com. For our full review, sample images and pricing, please click the link at the start of this text.

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  • @shteck2k6
    @shteck2k6 16 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It's obvious that Mr. Gordon is the best camera reviewer on the web. Good job! Keep up the good work!

  • @mysteriousboozebunny6534
    @mysteriousboozebunny6534 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I still take this camera out a few times a year. It’s always a struggle with the very limited dynamic range, but sharpness with something like the old 25mm pancake is very good. Make sure it’s a decently sunny day, don’t go past ISO400, and you’ll have a camera that’s satisfying to use (that fat DSLR mirror flap sound!) and will last you all day on one battery.

    • @cameralabs
      @cameralabs  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for finding this old video of mine, one of my very early ones.

  • @cameralabs
    @cameralabs  16 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Tony, the body is identical to the E-410 apart from s slight change in the grip. The score was different becuase the E-420 is compared to 2008 budget DSLRs.

  • @cameralabs
    @cameralabs  15 ปีที่แล้ว

    No, none of the Olympus DSLRs offer video yet. If they did, I'd have mentioned it in the video here!

  • @icy2527
    @icy2527 16 ปีที่แล้ว

    ThX Gordon ,it's long waiting and It's worth to wait .
    Thanks again !.

  • @alutzlft
    @alutzlft 14 ปีที่แล้ว

    @cameralabs Thank you, im recently bought a DSLR (first one) and your tutorials are great, i live in méxico so i cant help you buying accesories in your page, but im spreading the word for those who can do it in the borderline.

  • @cameralabs
    @cameralabs  16 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been told the E-520 has the same sensor as the E-420, but until I get hold of one to review, I can't say for sure!

  • @cameralabs
    @cameralabs  15 ปีที่แล้ว

    Only you can answer that! If you shake a lot or take photos under low light without a tripod a lot, then yes, I'd say it is a limitation.

  • @Malaqajj
    @Malaqajj 16 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review. So what should be my first SLR, Olympus E-420, Sony A200 or Canon 400D? Help!!

  • @cameralabs
    @cameralabs  15 ปีที่แล้ว

    No, it's just for a focusing check, but you'd get the same result if you took the photo and just cropped it heavily.

  • @sandu1983
    @sandu1983 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    i'm confused..so there is no vibration reduction at all ?? does the lens that comes with this in a kit have it built in ?

  • @robertvanvaals2677
    @robertvanvaals2677 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is still an highly enjoyable camera.

    • @SoapinTrucker
      @SoapinTrucker 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have it, but wow is it slow compared to modern cameras! LOL
      BUT with a 35mm prime lens, I get amazing macro shots! :)

  • @luisramonmanzano
    @luisramonmanzano 14 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Gordon I love your videos very much. I will like to ask you which SLR camera would you recomend me if you are a beginner in this field i love photography very much and my budget is between 400-to-600 Dollars thank you in advance

  • @Gamesonyourphone
    @Gamesonyourphone 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    can i use a wireless flash with this camera or the e500, e520?

  • @cameralabs
    @cameralabs  16 ปีที่แล้ว

    Check out the verdict pages for each of those reviews at cameralabs . com!

  • @Sonlider
    @Sonlider 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi gordon if i buy this camera can i make Movie capture with sound??

  • @bammargeraskate96
    @bammargeraskate96 14 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi im 13 and ive got my grand dads old pentax k1000 but since the cost of film and to get them printed out is getting quite exspensive i want a dslr my uncle has a sony alpha 330 and i love it im asking my mum for one on my 14th birthday what should i get the maxium price i would say is £300 but i will still need lenses. Thanks.

  • @fbspin
    @fbspin 14 ปีที่แล้ว

    can someone please tell me if this records hd video, or video in general?

  • @DeadWhiteButterflies
    @DeadWhiteButterflies 14 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you reckon more megapixels makes a significant difference? My current camera has 10.2 whereas this is 10.0

  • @dholland21
    @dholland21 13 ปีที่แล้ว

    sweet, i'm thinking of getting this. you guys think it's a good start off camera? i'v been wanting to get an slr, but don't have to much money (i'd have to save up) any ideas anyone?
    :)

  • @sjkdproduction4364
    @sjkdproduction4364 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    How to connet computer in usb cable plz hlp me

  • @alutzlft
    @alutzlft 14 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Gordon, Wich card de you reccomend for this camera?, XD m+ or Compact Flash, i havent find any info about wich one its better.
    Thx in advice.

  • @leldekuzra
    @leldekuzra หลายเดือนก่อน

    An amazing video, thanks!

    • @cameralabs
      @cameralabs  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks, glad you're still finding it useful after all these years! PS - I will be making a retro review of the E400 on my dinobytes channel soon

  • @Andres_Alla
    @Andres_Alla 13 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi . whats the best settings for shooting lightning ? you can PM me , thanks alot !

  • @Carots420
    @Carots420 14 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this camera, just because of the 420.

  • @Svengalish0000
    @Svengalish0000 13 ปีที่แล้ว

    does it take time lapse photos?

  • @VWayyyyyyyy
    @VWayyyyyyyy 14 ปีที่แล้ว

    My next camera!

  • @WorldView22
    @WorldView22 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    does anybody know how to remove (yes, remove!) the annoying strap lugs from the camera body? Can i unscrew them??

  • @cameralabs
    @cameralabs  15 ปีที่แล้ว

    No, the body doesn't have it, and the supplied lens doesn't have it. If you want it, you'll need to buy a different lens with stabilisation. Or more sensibly, buy newer the E-620 which has it built-in.

  • @revitalsa
    @revitalsa 16 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pro review. Thanks!

  • @ptys007
    @ptys007 16 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent review. Thanks.

  • @maloneyedits671
    @maloneyedits671 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    what does it fim in

  • @Malaqajj
    @Malaqajj 16 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will do... Thanks Gordie

  • @colinstu
    @colinstu 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Need to do a dinobytes vid on this.

    • @cameralabs
      @cameralabs  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm concentrating on models I've not yet made a video about. I do have the first in this series, the E400, waiting for Dinobytes though!

  • @Neoptolemus
    @Neoptolemus 16 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice review

  • @cameralabs
    @cameralabs  14 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    @chino011189 CF - xD always seems slow in comparison.

  • @bettazrkool
    @bettazrkool 16 ปีที่แล้ว

    solid review, like normal.

  • @cameralabs
    @cameralabs  14 ปีที่แล้ว

    @luisramonmanzano Check the best buys section at cameralabs . com.

  • @weedfoxs
    @weedfoxs 16 ปีที่แล้ว

    thats a lot of information to take in!!!

  • @Gogetatheultimatessj
    @Gogetatheultimatessj 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG IMMAH BUY ONE!

  • @cameralabs
    @cameralabs  16 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ha ha! Nah, these are older hard disk or motherboards that I use in the demos...

  • @vrcraft
    @vrcraft 13 ปีที่แล้ว

    @dholland21
    Yes, I got this one and is a good camera. I like it better than Canon or Nikon as it has better colors and the lens are sharper, you get very good pictures with this.
    Plus you have CF support, which is the best card, pixel mapping, best dust cleaning system and a very complex menu that will help you get into photography on the long run. All this without braking the bank.

  • @msk2442
    @msk2442 14 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    @fbspin no :)

  • @WorldView22
    @WorldView22 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was hoping for a less radical solution...

  • @Lizerator
    @Lizerator 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    2022, just bought one on ebay

    • @cameralabs
      @cameralabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice! How much did you pay?

    • @Lizerator
      @Lizerator 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cameralabs $35 with 14-45, great shape. Can't seem to resist these older cameras. My carry around camera is Olympus Stylus 1. Love your reviews...

    • @cameralabs
      @cameralabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Lizerator nice one! Have you seen my vintage Dino Bytes channel?

    • @Lizerator
      @Lizerator 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@cameralabs Yes, whenever you post something. I am almost 80 years old so I have been through lots of different kinds of cameras. First started about 1949 when my dad built a darkroom in our house.

  • @DKLAX15
    @DKLAX15 14 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good day to advertise - makes the stoners go out and buy an Olympus 420

  • @pureform
    @pureform 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    haha, I love how he points out the functionality of the blue labeling for people who are color-blind...colorblind photographer?? sounds like an oxymoron...sweet camera tho!

  • @hybridboy695
    @hybridboy695 16 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yay 1st comment. Great review as always!