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Olympus E-400

Olympus E-400
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alaScore 88

211 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 211 reviews of Olympus E-400. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the size and price. The performance and usability also get good feedback, whereas many are critical about the memory and control panel.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Olympus E-400 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Olympus E-400

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 3 user reviews of Olympus E-400 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Views about the performance and reliability are generally positive. The portability and usability also get good comments.

price, usability, portability, reliability, performance

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by (engadget.com)

Olympus E-400 DSLR review roundup

 

Sure, we all heard about how "small and light" this newfangled E-400 was supposed to be, but seeing it in its (relatively speaking) wee-sized glory sure put th...

Dec, 2006
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Expert review by : Thomas Ricker (engadget.com)

Olympus E-400 DSLR announced and previewed

 

Why helllooo there Olympus E-400. So, you're the world's smallest and lightest 10 megapixel Digital SLR camera huh? Announced today, this new digital shooter shares the looks of its film-based Olympus cousins and brings that fancy Supersonic Wave...

Sep, 2006
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Expert review by (letsgodigital.org)

Olympus E400 review

 

Olympus recently introduced its newest FourThirds system digital SLR camera during a European press conference in Hamburg. Last August we saw the introduction of the Olympus E-400, the world's smallest and lightest digital reflex camera. Almost...

It was surprising to find out that a compact digital SLR camera like the Olympus E-400, which finally shows the compact possibilities offers by the FourThirds system is not available world wide, but at first only on the European market. Olympus has...

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Expert review by : Michael Roscoe (photographyblog.com)

Olympus E-400 Review

 

The Olympus E-400 has a unique claim to fame - it's currently the smallest and lightest digital SLR camera in the world, weighing just 375g and measuring 129.5mm (W) x 91mm (H) x 53mm (D)....

The Olympus E-400's compact size might be enough to set it apart from the competition but once a protruding lens is attached it isn't exactly pocket sized. That said, it could be the final...

Jan, 2007
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Expert review by : Dennis Hissink (photokina-show.com)

Olympus E-400 captures history

 

Olympus introduced the Photokina visitor to a large and bright booth where Olympus showcased their complete line-up of digital imaging solutions. One of them is the brand new Olympus E400 digital SLR camera. This new FourThirds System camera will be...

Oct, 2006
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Expert review by : Ilse Jurrien (photokina-show.com)

Olympus E400 DSLR

 

Olympus presents the latest addition to the E-System, the world's smallest and lightest D-SLR camera - the E-400. The compact size and low weight of this latest Four Thirds Standard camera, allows photographers to take it virtually anywhere, while not...

Sep, 2006
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Expert review by (your-digital-photography.com)

Olympus E400

 

Meet the Olympus E400, Olympus' latest addition to the E-System range and the World's Smallest & Lightest D-SLR! This is Olympus' ultra-compact Digital SLR with an interchangeable lens system!

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Expert review by : Cliff Smith (trustedreviews.com)

Olympus E-400

 

If you're looking for a mid-range digital SLR the E-400 should be high on your short list.

The Olympus E-400 is a very accomplished camera, a serious photographic tool that will appeal to both professionals and advanced amateurs. It offers a combination of easily controlled versatility, exceptional performance and superb image quality that...

Nov, 2006
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Expert review by : tech.co.uk staff (techradar.com)

Olympus E-400 review

 

Review of Olympus' latest compact

Features ; Performance ; Build quality

Price ; Lack of grip

The finish is a step up from the E-500, but the handling is perhaps a step backward

Dec, 2006
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Expert review by : Rosie Tanner (digicambuyer.co.uk)

Olympus E-400

 

Olympus' new lightest-ever DSLR

Innovative technology at a record breaking size and weight, plus a good price, the E-400 has great potential as a popular consumer DSLR

Jan, 2008
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