Links
| Model Name | Olympus E-3 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer URL | Manufacturer website |
Auto Focus
| Auto Focus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Auto Focus Type | 11-point, all cross-type, TTL Phase-contrast Detection |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? | Yes |
| Manual Focus | Yes |
Power
| Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF) | 610 shots |
|---|---|
| Battery Form Factor | Proprietary BLM-1 |
| Usable Battery Types | Lithium Ion rechargeable |
| Batteries Included | 1 x Proprietary BLM-1 Lithium Ion rechargeable |
| Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter) | Yes |
Lens & Optics
| Digital Zoom Values | n/a |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Four Thirds |
| Lens | n/a |
| Integrated ND Filter | No |
| Filter Thread | n/a |
| Thread Type | n/a |
| Optical Image Stabilization | No |
| Digital Zoom | No |
Image Sensor
| On-Sensor Phase Detect | No |
|---|---|
| DxO Sensor Score | 56 |
| DxO Color Depth Score (bits) | 21.6 |
| DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs) | 10.5 |
| Sensor Type | Live MOS |
| DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso) | 571 |
| Effective Megapixels | 10.1 |
| Sensor Format | 4/3 |
| Approximate Pixel Pitch | 4.74 microns |
| Focal Length Multiplier | 2.0x |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
| Color Filter Type | RGBG |
| Anti Aliasing Filter | Fixed |
| Self-Cleaning | Yes |
| Sensor shift image stabilization | Yes |
Image Storage
| Usable Memory Types | CF1 / CF2 / Microdrive / xD |
|---|---|
| Dual Card Slots | No |
| RAW Capture Support | Yes |
| Uncompressed Format | RAW (.ORF) |
| Included Memory | No memory included |
Image Capture
| Image Resolution | 3648 x 2736 (10.0 MP, 4:3), 3200 x 2400 (7.7 MP, 4:3), 2560 x 1920 (4.9 MP, 4:3), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 1280 x 960 (1.2 MP, 4:3), 1024 x 768 (0.8 MP, 4:3), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3) |
|---|---|
| Image File Format | JPEG (EXIF 2.2), RAW (.ORF) |
| Continuous-mode frames/second | 5.2 |
General
| Size | 5.6 x 4.6 x 2.9 in. (143 x 117 x 75 mm) |
|---|---|
| Waterproof | No |
| Waterproof Depth | n/a |
| Model Number | E3 |
| Camera Format | Pro SLR |
| Currently Manufactured | No |
| Retail Price | $1699.00 |
| Date Available | 2007-11-30 |
| Tripod Mount | Yes |
Viewfinder
| Viewfinder | Optical / LCD |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | SLR type; eye-level pentaprism, 100% coverage, 1.15x mag, 20mm eyepoint, -3.0 to +1.0 diopter |
| Focus Peaking | No |
| EVF Resolution | n/a |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.58x |
| Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed) | 1.15x |
Exposure
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
|---|---|
| Metering Modes | 49-zone Digital ESP, Center Weighted Average, Spot (2% with Highlight/Shadow mode) |
| Program Auto Exposure | No |
| Aperture Priority | Yes |
| Shutter Priority | Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure | Yes |
| Creative Exposure Modes | Underwater program AE |
| Self Timer | 2 or 12 seconds |
| Maximum ISO (native) | 3200 |
| High Resolution Composite | No |
| Minimum ISO (native) | 100 |
| ISO Settings | 100 - 3200 (1/3, 1 EV steps) |
| Auto ISO Mode | Yes |
| White Balance Settings | Auto, Lamp, Fluorescent 1/2/3, Daylight, Flash, Cloudy, Shade, Customized WB, One-touch WB (4 settings) |
| Shutter Speed Range | 1/8000 - 60 sec |
| Bulb Mode | Yes |
Video Capture
| Can take movies | No |
|---|---|
| Composite Video Out | Yes |
| NTSC/PAL Switchable Video | Yes |
Flash
| Flash Exposure Compensation | +/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps |
|---|---|
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC sync socket |
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Flash Modes | Auto, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction slow sync., Slow sync at 1st curtain, Slow sync at 2nd curtain, Fill-in, Manual (1/4, 1/16, 1/64), Off. |
| Flash Guide Number (ISO 100) | 13.0 m / 42.7 ft. |
| Flash Range Description | Depends on lens aperture |
| Max Flash Sync | 1/250 |
Performance Timing
| JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution) | 5.2 |
|---|---|
| Flash cycle time, full power | 4.4 seconds |
| Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution) | Unlimited |
| Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid) | 0.14 seconds |
| Shutter lag (full AF, tele) | 0.14 seconds |
| Shutter Lag (manual focus) | 0.127 seconds |
| Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution) | 0.51 |
| Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame) | 0.55 |
| Shutter Lag (prefocused) | 0.076 seconds |
| Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames) | 17 |
| Shutter Lag (notes) | Full Autofocus Live View = 0.563s |
| Startup Time | 1.2 seconds |
| Camera penalizes early shutter press? | No |
| Play -> Record Time | 0.2 seconds |
Display
| Rear Display Size (inches) | 2.5 |
|---|---|
| Rear Display Resolution | 230,000 dots |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Articulating Screen | Yes |
| Max Playback Zoom | 10.0x |
| Top Deck Display | Yes |
| Eye-level Viewfinder | Yes |
| Rear Display | Yes |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth | No |
|---|---|
| Built-In GPS | No |
| Microphone Jack | No |
| Headphone Jack | No |
| External Connections | USB 2.0 High Speed |
| PictBridge Compliant | Yes |
| DPOF Compliant | Yes |
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Remote Control Type | RM-1 IR |
| Connections (extended) | DC Input |
| Built-In Wi-Fi | No |
| NFC | No |
Basic
| Sensor size | 224.9mm2 (17.3mm x 13mm) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 31.4 oz (889 g) includes batteries |