Olympus serves up E-30 SLR

If you’re serious about photography, a digital SLR is an absolute must, and as the technology behind them becomes mainstream, even mid-range models are becoming affordable. Take Olympus’ new E-30 for example, packing more megapixels than Britney has episodes.A 12.3 megapixel sensor and 11-point autofocus are handy features on high-end snappers, but you can get them both in the E-30 for £800 – a moderate price for moderate times. It’s first time user friendly too, with Live View offering 98% accuracy compared to the viewfinder, so you can shoot from the hip when this arrives in January.

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Learning curve
An accurate Live View LCD will show you what you’re shooting, just like a compact.

Rapid fire
Shoot at five frames per second, so you won’t miss any of the action.

Mid-range on budget
You won’t get more tech slotted into an SLR for less than £800.

Going up against:

Canon EOS 450D – This 12.2MP SLR is now a perfect budget introductory model.

Nikon D700 Black – A high end, top notch model for semi-professional photographers.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 – The newest medium SLR on the scene.

Crossing over to an SLR? Chat about digital cameras on the Pricerunner forum.

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