Olympus E-600 DSLR Camera
The Olympus E-600 is a 12MP Type 4/3 DSLR camera — known for its 12MP Four Thirds Sensor and TruePic III+ Processor. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Overview — Olympus E-600
Key Features — Olympus E-600
12MP Four Thirds Sensor: A 12MP Four Thirds sensor with a 2x crop factor is compatible with the broad range of Four Thirds mount lenses.
TruePic III+ Processor: Olympus's TruePic III+ image processor handles noise reduction and color rendering across the ISO 100–3200 range.
Sensor-Shift Stabilization: In-body image stabilization compensates for camera shake at the sensor level, benefiting any compatible lens mounted on the body.
7-Point TTL Autofocus: A 7-point TTL contrast-detection AF system provides reliable focus across a range of everyday shooting situations.
Fully Articulated LCD: The 2.7-inch flip-out screen allows comfortable shooting from high, low, or angled positions without awkward postures.
Optical Pentamirror Viewfinder: Provides 95% frame coverage for traditional eye-level composition and framing.
Specifications — Olympus E-600
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Beginner-Friendly |
| Type | DSLR |
| Sensor | Type 4/3 (Four Thirds) |
| Resolution | 12MP |
| Processor | TruePic III+ |
| ISO Range | 100 – 3200 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 7-point TTL |
| Max Photo Resolution | 4032x3024 |
| Burst Rate | 4 fps |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift (IBIS) |
| Display | 2.7 inch Fully Articulated LCD |
Description — Olympus E-600
The Olympus E-600 is a Micro Four Thirds DSLR featuring a 12MP sensor processed by the TruePic III+ image processor. The ISO range runs from 100 to 3200, giving usable sensitivity across a range of lighting environments. Autofocus is handled by a hybrid system combining Phase Detection and Contrast Detection, with a 7-point TTL arrangement covering the frame.
Shooting flexibility is enhanced by sensor-shift in-body image stabilization (IBIS), which operates independently of the lens in use. The fully articulated 2.7-inch LCD with 230,000 dots resolution opens up shooting angles that a fixed screen cannot match, while the Optical Pentamirror viewfinder provides 95% coverage for traditional eye-level composition. Continuous shooting reaches 4 frames per second, and storage is via SD and SDHC cards.
The body, made of plastic/metal composite, measures 130 x 94 x 60 mm and weighs 535g. A built-in popup flash with hot shoe covers both casual and expandable flash scenarios. Five picture profiles — Standard, Vivid, Muted, Portrait, and Monotone — allow in-camera creative control over image rendering.
Pros — Olympus E-600
- ✓Sensor-shift in-body image stabilization (IBIS) works across compatible lenses without requiring lens-based IS
- ✓Fully articulated 2.7-inch LCD enables flexible shooting angles at high or low positions
- ✓Dual autofocus system combines Phase Detection and Contrast Detection via 7-point TTL
Cons — Olympus E-600
- ✗No video recording capability — maxResolution and maxFrameRate for video are both null
- ✗No weather sealing, limiting use in adverse outdoor conditions
- ✗Optical Pentamirror viewfinder covers only 95% of the frame, not full 100% coverage
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