Olympus Camedia E-10 DSLR Camera
The Olympus E-10 is a 4MP 2/3 inch DSLR camera — known for its 4MP 2/3-Inch Sensor and Fixed Zeiss-Branded Lens. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Overview — Olympus E-10
Key Features — Olympus E-10
4MP 2/3-Inch Sensor: A 2/3-inch type sensor capturing images at 2240x1680 pixels, typical of early 2000s prosumer digital cameras.
Fixed Zeiss-Branded Lens: Built around a non-interchangeable 9–36mm (35mm equiv.) zoom lens with Zeiss branding, offering a fixed optical system with no lens swap capability.
Beam-Splitting Prism Viewfinder: Optical TTL viewfinder uses a beam-splitting prism to allow simultaneous eye-level viewing and live LCD output.
Articulating LCD Display: 1.8-inch TFT LCD screen tilts to aid composition when shooting from high or low angles.
Magnesium Alloy Body: Solid magnesium alloy construction gives the camera a durable, professional feel at 1190g.
Dual Storage Media: Accepts both CompactFlash and Memory Stick cards, providing flexibility with media formats of the era.
Specifications — Olympus E-10
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio |
| Type | DSLR |
| Sensor | 2/3 inch |
| Resolution | 4MP |
| Processor | Proprietary Olympus processor |
| ISO Range | 80 – 320 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Infrared AF |
| AF Points | 1 point (center) |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2240x1680 |
| Burst Rate | 3 fps |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 1.8 inches TFT LCD (articulating) |
Description — Olympus E-10
The Olympus Camedia E-10 is a fixed-lens DSLR-style camera with a 4MP sensor in a 2/3-inch sensor format. Its magnesium alloy body measures 129 x 104 x 161 mm and weighs 1190g, providing a solid, professional feel. The optical TTL viewfinder uses a beam-splitting prism for simultaneous optical viewing and image capture.
An articulating 1.8-inch TFT LCD display with 0.114 million dots adds compositional flexibility. Autofocus combines Contrast Detection and Infrared AF methods, with a single center focus point. The camera supports a burst rate of up to 3 fps and an ISO range of 80–320.
Storage options include CompactFlash and Memory Stick cards. A built-in pop-up flash with TTL support and a standard ISO hot shoe are included. Powered by 4x AA NiMH or alkaline batteries, the E-10 delivers approximately 200 to 400 shots per charge.
Color output is available in sRGB with user-selectable contrast and sharpness. Note that this camera has no image stabilization and no video recording capability.
Pros — Olympus E-10
- ✓Magnesium alloy body construction provides a robust and durable build at 1190g
- ✓Articulating 1.8-inch TFT LCD display adds shooting angle flexibility
- ✓Dual storage media support — CompactFlash and Memory Stick — offers media versatility
Cons — Olympus E-10
- ✗Fixed lens system — no interchangeable lens capability
- ✗Narrow ISO range of 80 to 320 limits shooting in varied lighting conditions
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind (in-body or digital)
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