The new ten megapixel Live MOS sensor Olympus E-510 incorporates a variety of exciting functions that enable users to capture beautiful photographic images that truly express their original creative intent. These functions include a newly developed sensor-shift type image stabilizer that employs Olympus’s exclusive Supersonic Wave Drive (SWD) motor and is compatible with all lenses conforming to the Four Thirds System standards. Another helpful function is the advanced “Live View” function. The Olympus E-510 also permits autofocusing to be used together with Live View monitoring, as well as making it possible to confirm the effects of exposure correction or white balance adjustment on the monitor screen.
Other new developments such as the low-noise, low-power consumption Live MOS Sensor and the advanced TruePic II image processing engine make it possible to create photographic images with the highest possible picture quality — that will satisfy even the most demanding professional. There’s a choice of data storage options in the E-510 with slots for both the xD-Picture Card, and Compact Flash cards. The Olympus E-510 is an ultra-compact (136 x 92 x 68 mm), lightweight (460 g/no battery) digital SLR camera with a comfort-fit grip that offers excellent operability and portability.