Olympus E-3
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Published on 10/29/2007
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Experience the World's Fastest Auto Focus* with the Olympus exclusive 11-point biaxial auto focus system coupled with the new (SWD) Supersonic Wave Drive™ lenses. It provides exacting auto focus precision at exceptional speeds. |
Olympus E-3
Experience the World's Fastest Auto Focus* with the Olympus exclusive 11-point biaxial auto focus system coupled with the new (SWD) Supersonic Wave Drive™ lenses. It provides exacting auto focus precision at exceptional speeds.
Continuous shooting, up to five frames per second, means you can capture fast-moving moments in time and get amazing results. The UDMA CompactFlash compatibility enhances capture speeds for the ultimate in shooting performance.
1/8000-second high-speed, high-precision shutter enables you to freeze even the fastest subjects. Or, set shutter speeds as long as 60 seconds in Manual or Automatic settings.
Effectively reduce blur with Olympus' exclusive Supersonic Wave Drive (SWD) in-body Image Stabilization System. Get up to a five step EV stabilization effect with all Zuiko Digital Lenses, and all Four Thirds Format Lenses.
A newly developed high-performance 10.1-megapixel Live MOS Sensor provides the high resolution you need to accurately reproduce subject details with rich tones and natural colors as well as lower power consumption. Increased reading speed supports 5 fps continuous shooting.
The Olympus exclusive TruePic™ III \ digital image processing system produces superior image quality and shadow detail.
Olympus Zuiko Digital Lenses — designed specifically for the demands of digital photography — deliver sharp, high-quality color accuracy to the image sensor for amazing photographs.
Live View shooting provides the next generation of composition control in digital SLR photography. The E-3's Live Simulation allows you to check exposure, white balance and composition -in real time, while you compose — with the integrated Live View technology.
The 2.5-inch dual-axis, free-angle swivel Live View monitor provides a 100% accurate representation of your shooting scene. Additionally, the E-3's HyperCrystal™ wide-angle display, with 360-degree articulation, makes composition and image viewing possible at any angle.
The E-3's proven Dust Reduction System, with the Supersonic Wave Filter™ (SWF) self-cleaning ultrasonic sensor unit, eliminates dust particles on the sensor by silently vibrating an amazing 30,000 times per second, ensuring spot-free images.
The 100% accurate high eye point optical viewfinder, delivers the precise compositional accuracy demanded by the most discriminating photographer. When shooting with the E-3, what you see is what you get.
A Rugged magnesium-alloy construction coupled with advanced splash and dust protection, make the E-3 the perfect choice for photographers who demand the most from their equipment, in any situation.
Durable shutter mechanism tested to 150,000 cycles. The pro-level shutter ensures reliability, even at five frames per second, thanks to a durable shutter mechanism tested to 150,000 cycles, making the E-3 the camera of choice for photographers who demand durability from their equipment.
SPECIFICATION
Product type
Single-lens reflex Live View digital camera with interchangeable lens system
Memory
CompactFlash Type I/II, Microdrive, xD-Picture Card (Dual-Slot)
Lens mount
Four Thirds Mount
Image Pickup Unit
Product type
High-speed Live MOS Sensor
Effective pixels
10.1 million pixels
Total pixels
Approx. 11.8 million pixels
Aspect ratio
1.33 (4:3)
Image sensor size
17.3 mm (H) x 13.0 mm (V) / 0.68 in. (H) x .512 in. (V)
Filter array
Primary color filter (RGB)
LPF
Fixed type
IR cut filter
Hybrid type
Dust reduction
Supersonic Wave Filter (dust reduction system for image sensor)
Recording
Recording format
DCF, DPOF compatible/Exif, PRINT Image Matching III
File format
RAW (12-bit), JPEG, RAW+JPEG
Recording image size
[RAW] 3648 x 2736 pixels
[JPEG] 3648 x 2736 pixels - 640 x 480 pixels
File size
RAW: 3648 x 2736 compressed Approx. 11MB
Large: 3648 x 2736 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 6.8MB
3648 x 2736 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 4.7MB
3648 x 2736 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 2.2MB
3648 x 2736 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 1.5MB
Middle: 3200 x 2400 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 5.3MB
3200 x 2400 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 3.7MB
3200 x 2400 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 1.7MB
3200 x 2400 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 1.1MB
2560 x 1920 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 3.6MB
2560 x 1920 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 2.2MB
2560 x 1920 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 1.1MB
2560 x 1920 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.7MB
Small: 1600 x 1200 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 1.3MB
1600 x 1200 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 0.8MB
1600 x 1200 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.5MB
1600 x 1200 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.3MB
1280 x 960 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 0.8MB
1280 x 960 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 0.5MB
1280 x 960 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.3MB
1280 x 960 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.2MB
1024 x 768 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 0.5MB
1024 x 768 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 0.4MB
1024 x 768 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.2MB
1024 x 768 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.1MB
640 x 480 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 0.2MB
640 x 480 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 0.2MB
640 x 480 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.1MB
640 x 480 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.1MB
Viewfinder
Product type
Eye-level single-lens reflex viewfinder
Field of view
Approx. 100%
Viewfinder magnification
Approx.1.15x (-1m-1, 50mm lens, infinity)
Eye point
Approx. 20 mm (-1m-1)
Diopter adjustment range
-3.0 - +1m-1
Focusing screen
Changeable at a service center (Neo Lumi-Micro Mat screen supplied, possible to change to grid mat type)
Eyepiece shutter
Built-in type
Eyecup
Interchangeable type EP-5/6/7, EP-7 is supplied (Magnifier Eyecup ME-1 is available)
Viewfinder information
Aperture value, Shutter speed, Record mode, AF confirmation mark, Flash, WB, AE lock, Number of storable still images, Exposure compensation value, Metering mode, Battery warning, Exposure mode, AF frame (super impose), IS, Bracket, ISO value
Live View
Live View
Live MOS Sensor for still picture shooting is used, 100% field of view, Exposure adjustment pre-view, White balance adjustment pre-view, Gradation auto pre-view, Grid line displayable, 5x/7x/10x magnification possible, MF/S-AF, AF frame display, AF point display, Shooting information, Histogram.
AF
Phase-difference detection system with mirror down.
Preview
Preview Function (depth of field)
Dedicated optical depth of field Preview button;
function can also be assigned to Fn button
Live Preview (Live View)
Can be checked when Fn button is set to Live Preview mode
Image stabilizer
System
Built in (Imager shift image stabilizer)
Mode
2 modes (2 dimensional activation, 1 dimensional activation)
Effective compensation range
Max. 5 EV steps (depends on lens and shooting conditions)Can be checked when Fn button is set to Live Preview mode
Monitor
Product type
HyperCrystal LCD (semi-transmissive TFT color LCD)
Size
2.5 inches
Total pixels
Approx. 230,000 pixels
Playback field of view
100%
Brightness control
Auto/Manual 15 levels
Focusing
AF system
TTL phase-difference detection system
Focus mode
Single AF (S-AF) / Continuous AF (C-AF) / Manual Focus (MF) / S-AF + MF / C-AF + MF
Focusing point
11 points full-twin cross AF sensor
Focusing point selection
Single point, Group area, All points are selectable.
AF luminance range
EV -2 to 19 (at 20°, ISO 100)
AF illuminator
Built-in flash (external flash available)
AF lock
Locked at first position of Shutter button in Single AF mode / AEL button (customizable)
Focus tracking
Interlocked with Continuous AF mode
Focus aid
Available
Exposure Control
Metering system
TTL open-aperture metering system
(1) Digital ESP metering (49-point multi pattern metering) (2) Centre weighted average metering
(3) Spot metering (approx. 2% for the viewfinder screen. Highlight / shadow bases are available)
Metering range
EV 1 - 20 (Digital ESP metering, Centre weighted average metering, Spot metering)
(At normal temperature, 50mm f2, ISO 100)
Exposure mode
(1) P: Program AE (Program shift can be performed) (2) A: Aperture priority AE (3) S: Shutter priority AE (4) M: Manual
Underwater program AE
Available to set to Fn button
ISO sensitivity
AUTO (ISO 100 - 3200) / Manual (ISO 100 - 3200), 1/3 or 1 EV steps
Exposure compensation
+/- 5 EV in 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV steps selectable
AE lock
AEL button (customizable)
Exposure bracketing
3 or 5 frames in 0.3, 0.7, 1EV steps selectable
ISO bracketing
3 frames in 0.3, 0.7, 1EV steps selectable
White Balance
Auto WB system
Hybrid detection system with High speed Live MOS sensor and dedicated external sensor.
Preset white balance
7 settings (3000K - 7500K) Lamp (3000K), Fluorescent 1 (4000K), Fluorescent 2 (4500K), Fluorescent 3 (6600K), Daylight (5300K), Flash (5500K), Cloudy (6000K), Shade (7500K)
White balance compensation
+/- 7 steps in each R-B/G-M axis (in Auto WB / Preset WB mode / One touch WB)
Custom white balance
1 setting can be registered at Kelvin temperature (2000K - 14000K)
One-touch white balance
4 custom settings can be registered
White balance bracketing
3 frames in 2, 4, 6 steps selectable in each R-G/G-M axis.
Color Mode
Color matrix
sRGB, Adobe RGB
Picture Mode
Mode
Vivid, Natural, Portrait, Muted, Monotone, Custom (default setting: Natural)
In custom mode, basic 5 modes and adjustment is available.
Adjustment parameter
Contrast, Sharpness and Saturation level available in 5 steps for Vivid, Natural, Portrait and Muted
Contrast and Sharpness level available in 5 steps for Monotone.
In custom mode, gradation level available in 4 steps.
Filter effect
Yellow, Orange, Red or Green filter available for Monotone
Picture tone
Sepia, Blue, Purple or Green tone available for Monotone
Gradation
4 levels (auto, high key, normal, low key)
Shutter
Product type
Computerized focal-plane shutter
Shutter speed
P(Ps), S, A, M mode: 60 - 1/8000 sec.
Bulb: 1/3, 1/2, or 1EV steps selectable.
Self-timer
Operation time: 12 sec., 2 sec. (cancel available)
Remote cable release
Available (with optional RM-CB1 Remote cable.)
Optical remote control
Operation time: 2 sec., 0 sec., bulb control available (with optional RM-1 remote control)
Anti shock mode
Available (1 to 30 sec selectable)
Drive
Drive mode
Single-frame shooting, Sequential shooting H, Sequential shooting L, Self-timer, Remote control
Sequential shooting speed
Approx. 5 frames/sec. in sequential shooting H, 1 to 4 fps selectable in sequential shooting L.
Max. recordable pictures on sequential shooting
RAW mode: Max. 16 frames.
JPEG mode: Depends on compression ratio and no. of pixels (Large normal mode: up to card capacity with SanDisk Extreme III or faster CF Cards)
Integrated Flash
Built-in flash
Retractable flash, GN=13 (ISO 100.m)
Compatible external flash
FL-50R, FL-36R, FL-50, FL-36, FL-20, STF-22, SR-11
Flash control mode
TTL Auto (TTL pre-flash mode), Auto, Manual
Flash mode
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.
Synchronization speed
1/250 sec. or less, Super FP up to 1/8000 sec.
Flash intensity control
Up to +/- 3 EV in 1/3 EV steps
Flash bracketing
3 frames in 0.3, 0.7, 1 EV steps selectable.
Wireless Flash Control
Compatible external flash
FL-50R, FL-36R
Control method
Triggered and controlled by built-in flash light
Flash control mode
TTL Auto (TTL pre-flash mode), Auto, Manual, FP TTL Auto, FP Manual.
Number of channels
4 channels
Group setting
3 groups
Control panel
Information
WB setting, WB compensation notification, B/W mode notification, Record mode, Exposure mode, ISO sensitivity BKT notification, Flash mode, Drive mode, Recordable still image number, Storable number of images, Exposure compensation value, Metering mode, Activated AF points, Focusing mode.
Back light timer
8 sec.
Super control panel
Information (shooting)
Exposure mode, Shutter speed, Aperture value, Exposure compensation value bar, Exposure compensation value Flash compensation value bar, Flash compensation value, ALE notification, Flash compensation notification NR notification, BKT notification, AF illuminator deactivated notification, Color space, Flash mode ISO sensitivity, Drive mode, WB setting, WB compensation value, Picture mode, Metering mode, Focusing mode File name, Image parameter, Gradation, Date, Storable number of images, Record mode, Battery warning.
Information (shooting)
Exposure mode, Shutter speed, Aperture value, Exposure compensation value bar, Exposure compensation value Flash compensation value bar, Flash compensation value, ALE notification, Flash compensation notification NR notification, BKT notification, AF illuminator deactivated notification, Color space Wireless channel setting, Built-in flash intensity, Group setting
Playback
Playback mode
Single-frame, Index (4/9/16/25 frames), Calendar, Close-up ( 2 - 14X), Slideshow, Picture rotation (auto mode available), Light box
Information display
Histogram (independent luminance / RGB available), Highlight / Shadow point warning, AF frame, Shooting information
Menu
Languages
US: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Additional one language is possible to download.
Reset & custom setting
Custom reset
2 setting recordable
My mode
2 setting recordable
Image Editing
Erasing function
Single frame, All frames, Selected frames
Protect function
Single frame, Selected frames, Release protect (Single/All selected)
Copy between media
Single frame, All frames, Selected frames
RAW picture editing
RAW development
JPEG editing
Resize (producing another file), Gradation auto
Print
Print function
Print reservation (DPOF), Direct print (PictBridge compatible)
Input/Output
PC interface
USB 2.0 High Speed for storage and camera control (MTP mode is available)
Video connector
Video out (Video: NTSC/PAL selectable)
Flash attachment
Hot shoe
DC-in
Yes (AC-1 compatible)
Power Requirements
Battery
BLM-1 Li-ion battery (included)
CR123 x 3 with LBH-1
Sleep mode
Available (1, 3, 5, 10 min., off selectable)
No. of recordable pictures (with 50% flash light)
Approx. 610 shots (optical viewfinder) (with BLM-1 under CIPA testing standard)
Power battery holder
HLD-4 compatible
Dimensions/Weight
Dimensions
5.6 in. (W) x 4.58 in. (H) x 2.9 in. (D /(142.5 mm (W) x 116.5 mm (H) x 74.5 mm (D) (excluding protrusions)
Weight
1.79 lbs./810 g (body only)
Operating Environment
Temperature
0 - 40° (operation) / -20 - 60° (storage)
Humidity
30 - 90% (operation) / 10 - 90% (storage)
Splash proof
Yes
Box contents
E-3 body, Li-ion battery BLM-1, Li-ion battery charger BCM-2, USB cable, Video cable, Shoulder strap, OLYMPUS Master CD-ROM, Instruction manual, Warranty card.
Check out The Olympus E-3 Video Review by Cameralabs.com on YouTube!
Continuous shooting, up to five frames per second, means you can capture fast-moving moments in time and get amazing results. The UDMA CompactFlash compatibility enhances capture speeds for the ultimate in shooting performance.
1/8000-second high-speed, high-precision shutter enables you to freeze even the fastest subjects. Or, set shutter speeds as long as 60 seconds in Manual or Automatic settings.
Effectively reduce blur with Olympus' exclusive Supersonic Wave Drive (SWD) in-body Image Stabilization System. Get up to a five step EV stabilization effect with all Zuiko Digital Lenses, and all Four Thirds Format Lenses.
A newly developed high-performance 10.1-megapixel Live MOS Sensor provides the high resolution you need to accurately reproduce subject details with rich tones and natural colors as well as lower power consumption. Increased reading speed supports 5 fps continuous shooting.
The Olympus exclusive TruePic™ III \ digital image processing system produces superior image quality and shadow detail.
Olympus Zuiko Digital Lenses — designed specifically for the demands of digital photography — deliver sharp, high-quality color accuracy to the image sensor for amazing photographs.
Live View shooting provides the next generation of composition control in digital SLR photography. The E-3's Live Simulation allows you to check exposure, white balance and composition -in real time, while you compose — with the integrated Live View technology.
The 2.5-inch dual-axis, free-angle swivel Live View monitor provides a 100% accurate representation of your shooting scene. Additionally, the E-3's HyperCrystal™ wide-angle display, with 360-degree articulation, makes composition and image viewing possible at any angle.
The E-3's proven Dust Reduction System, with the Supersonic Wave Filter™ (SWF) self-cleaning ultrasonic sensor unit, eliminates dust particles on the sensor by silently vibrating an amazing 30,000 times per second, ensuring spot-free images.
The 100% accurate high eye point optical viewfinder, delivers the precise compositional accuracy demanded by the most discriminating photographer. When shooting with the E-3, what you see is what you get.
A Rugged magnesium-alloy construction coupled with advanced splash and dust protection, make the E-3 the perfect choice for photographers who demand the most from their equipment, in any situation.
Durable shutter mechanism tested to 150,000 cycles. The pro-level shutter ensures reliability, even at five frames per second, thanks to a durable shutter mechanism tested to 150,000 cycles, making the E-3 the camera of choice for photographers who demand durability from their equipment.
SPECIFICATION
Product type
Single-lens reflex Live View digital camera with interchangeable lens system
Memory
CompactFlash Type I/II, Microdrive, xD-Picture Card (Dual-Slot)
Lens mount
Four Thirds Mount
Image Pickup Unit
Product type
High-speed Live MOS Sensor
Effective pixels
10.1 million pixels
Total pixels
Approx. 11.8 million pixels
Aspect ratio
1.33 (4:3)
Image sensor size
17.3 mm (H) x 13.0 mm (V) / 0.68 in. (H) x .512 in. (V)
Filter array
Primary color filter (RGB)
LPF
Fixed type
IR cut filter
Hybrid type
Dust reduction
Supersonic Wave Filter (dust reduction system for image sensor)
Recording
Recording format
DCF, DPOF compatible/Exif, PRINT Image Matching III
File format
RAW (12-bit), JPEG, RAW+JPEG
Recording image size
[RAW] 3648 x 2736 pixels
[JPEG] 3648 x 2736 pixels - 640 x 480 pixels
File size
RAW: 3648 x 2736 compressed Approx. 11MB
Large: 3648 x 2736 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 6.8MB
3648 x 2736 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 4.7MB
3648 x 2736 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 2.2MB
3648 x 2736 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 1.5MB
Middle: 3200 x 2400 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 5.3MB
3200 x 2400 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 3.7MB
3200 x 2400 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 1.7MB
3200 x 2400 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 1.1MB
2560 x 1920 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 3.6MB
2560 x 1920 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 2.2MB
2560 x 1920 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 1.1MB
2560 x 1920 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.7MB
Small: 1600 x 1200 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 1.3MB
1600 x 1200 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 0.8MB
1600 x 1200 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.5MB
1600 x 1200 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.3MB
1280 x 960 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 0.8MB
1280 x 960 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 0.5MB
1280 x 960 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.3MB
1280 x 960 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.2MB
1024 x 768 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 0.5MB
1024 x 768 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 0.4MB
1024 x 768 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.2MB
1024 x 768 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.1MB
640 x 480 Super fine (1/2.7 compressed) Approx. 0.2MB
640 x 480 Fine (1/4 compressed) Approx. 0.2MB
640 x 480 Normal (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.1MB
640 x 480 Basic (1/12 compressed) Approx. 0.1MB
Viewfinder
Product type
Eye-level single-lens reflex viewfinder
Field of view
Approx. 100%
Viewfinder magnification
Approx.1.15x (-1m-1, 50mm lens, infinity)
Eye point
Approx. 20 mm (-1m-1)
Diopter adjustment range
-3.0 - +1m-1
Focusing screen
Changeable at a service center (Neo Lumi-Micro Mat screen supplied, possible to change to grid mat type)
Eyepiece shutter
Built-in type
Eyecup
Interchangeable type EP-5/6/7, EP-7 is supplied (Magnifier Eyecup ME-1 is available)
Viewfinder information
Aperture value, Shutter speed, Record mode, AF confirmation mark, Flash, WB, AE lock, Number of storable still images, Exposure compensation value, Metering mode, Battery warning, Exposure mode, AF frame (super impose), IS, Bracket, ISO value
Live View
Live View
Live MOS Sensor for still picture shooting is used, 100% field of view, Exposure adjustment pre-view, White balance adjustment pre-view, Gradation auto pre-view, Grid line displayable, 5x/7x/10x magnification possible, MF/S-AF, AF frame display, AF point display, Shooting information, Histogram.
AF
Phase-difference detection system with mirror down.
Preview
Preview Function (depth of field)
Dedicated optical depth of field Preview button;
function can also be assigned to Fn button
Live Preview (Live View)
Can be checked when Fn button is set to Live Preview mode
Image stabilizer
System
Built in (Imager shift image stabilizer)
Mode
2 modes (2 dimensional activation, 1 dimensional activation)
Effective compensation range
Max. 5 EV steps (depends on lens and shooting conditions)Can be checked when Fn button is set to Live Preview mode
Monitor
Product type
HyperCrystal LCD (semi-transmissive TFT color LCD)
Size
2.5 inches
Total pixels
Approx. 230,000 pixels
Playback field of view
100%
Brightness control
Auto/Manual 15 levels
Focusing
AF system
TTL phase-difference detection system
Focus mode
Single AF (S-AF) / Continuous AF (C-AF) / Manual Focus (MF) / S-AF + MF / C-AF + MF
Focusing point
11 points full-twin cross AF sensor
Focusing point selection
Single point, Group area, All points are selectable.
AF luminance range
EV -2 to 19 (at 20°, ISO 100)
AF illuminator
Built-in flash (external flash available)
AF lock
Locked at first position of Shutter button in Single AF mode / AEL button (customizable)
Focus tracking
Interlocked with Continuous AF mode
Focus aid
Available
Exposure Control
Metering system
TTL open-aperture metering system
(1) Digital ESP metering (49-point multi pattern metering) (2) Centre weighted average metering
(3) Spot metering (approx. 2% for the viewfinder screen. Highlight / shadow bases are available)
Metering range
EV 1 - 20 (Digital ESP metering, Centre weighted average metering, Spot metering)
(At normal temperature, 50mm f2, ISO 100)
Exposure mode
(1) P: Program AE (Program shift can be performed) (2) A: Aperture priority AE (3) S: Shutter priority AE (4) M: Manual
Underwater program AE
Available to set to Fn button
ISO sensitivity
AUTO (ISO 100 - 3200) / Manual (ISO 100 - 3200), 1/3 or 1 EV steps
Exposure compensation
+/- 5 EV in 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV steps selectable
AE lock
AEL button (customizable)
Exposure bracketing
3 or 5 frames in 0.3, 0.7, 1EV steps selectable
ISO bracketing
3 frames in 0.3, 0.7, 1EV steps selectable
White Balance
Auto WB system
Hybrid detection system with High speed Live MOS sensor and dedicated external sensor.
Preset white balance
7 settings (3000K - 7500K) Lamp (3000K), Fluorescent 1 (4000K), Fluorescent 2 (4500K), Fluorescent 3 (6600K), Daylight (5300K), Flash (5500K), Cloudy (6000K), Shade (7500K)
White balance compensation
+/- 7 steps in each R-B/G-M axis (in Auto WB / Preset WB mode / One touch WB)
Custom white balance
1 setting can be registered at Kelvin temperature (2000K - 14000K)
One-touch white balance
4 custom settings can be registered
White balance bracketing
3 frames in 2, 4, 6 steps selectable in each R-G/G-M axis.
Color Mode
Color matrix
sRGB, Adobe RGB
Picture Mode
Mode
Vivid, Natural, Portrait, Muted, Monotone, Custom (default setting: Natural)
In custom mode, basic 5 modes and adjustment is available.
Adjustment parameter
Contrast, Sharpness and Saturation level available in 5 steps for Vivid, Natural, Portrait and Muted
Contrast and Sharpness level available in 5 steps for Monotone.
In custom mode, gradation level available in 4 steps.
Filter effect
Yellow, Orange, Red or Green filter available for Monotone
Picture tone
Sepia, Blue, Purple or Green tone available for Monotone
Gradation
4 levels (auto, high key, normal, low key)
Shutter
Product type
Computerized focal-plane shutter
Shutter speed
P(Ps), S, A, M mode: 60 - 1/8000 sec.
Bulb: 1/3, 1/2, or 1EV steps selectable.
Self-timer
Operation time: 12 sec., 2 sec. (cancel available)
Remote cable release
Available (with optional RM-CB1 Remote cable.)
Optical remote control
Operation time: 2 sec., 0 sec., bulb control available (with optional RM-1 remote control)
Anti shock mode
Available (1 to 30 sec selectable)
Drive
Drive mode
Single-frame shooting, Sequential shooting H, Sequential shooting L, Self-timer, Remote control
Sequential shooting speed
Approx. 5 frames/sec. in sequential shooting H, 1 to 4 fps selectable in sequential shooting L.
Max. recordable pictures on sequential shooting
RAW mode: Max. 16 frames.
JPEG mode: Depends on compression ratio and no. of pixels (Large normal mode: up to card capacity with SanDisk Extreme III or faster CF Cards)
Integrated Flash
Built-in flash
Retractable flash, GN=13 (ISO 100.m)
Compatible external flash
FL-50R, FL-36R, FL-50, FL-36, FL-20, STF-22, SR-11
Flash control mode
TTL Auto (TTL pre-flash mode), Auto, Manual
Flash mode
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.
Synchronization speed
1/250 sec. or less, Super FP up to 1/8000 sec.
Flash intensity control
Up to +/- 3 EV in 1/3 EV steps
Flash bracketing
3 frames in 0.3, 0.7, 1 EV steps selectable.
Wireless Flash Control
Compatible external flash
FL-50R, FL-36R
Control method
Triggered and controlled by built-in flash light
Flash control mode
TTL Auto (TTL pre-flash mode), Auto, Manual, FP TTL Auto, FP Manual.
Number of channels
4 channels
Group setting
3 groups
Control panel
Information
WB setting, WB compensation notification, B/W mode notification, Record mode, Exposure mode, ISO sensitivity BKT notification, Flash mode, Drive mode, Recordable still image number, Storable number of images, Exposure compensation value, Metering mode, Activated AF points, Focusing mode.
Back light timer
8 sec.
Super control panel
Information (shooting)
Exposure mode, Shutter speed, Aperture value, Exposure compensation value bar, Exposure compensation value Flash compensation value bar, Flash compensation value, ALE notification, Flash compensation notification NR notification, BKT notification, AF illuminator deactivated notification, Color space, Flash mode ISO sensitivity, Drive mode, WB setting, WB compensation value, Picture mode, Metering mode, Focusing mode File name, Image parameter, Gradation, Date, Storable number of images, Record mode, Battery warning.
Information (shooting)
Exposure mode, Shutter speed, Aperture value, Exposure compensation value bar, Exposure compensation value Flash compensation value bar, Flash compensation value, ALE notification, Flash compensation notification NR notification, BKT notification, AF illuminator deactivated notification, Color space Wireless channel setting, Built-in flash intensity, Group setting
Playback
Playback mode
Single-frame, Index (4/9/16/25 frames), Calendar, Close-up ( 2 - 14X), Slideshow, Picture rotation (auto mode available), Light box
Information display
Histogram (independent luminance / RGB available), Highlight / Shadow point warning, AF frame, Shooting information
Menu
Languages
US: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Additional one language is possible to download.
Reset & custom setting
Custom reset
2 setting recordable
My mode
2 setting recordable
Image Editing
Erasing function
Single frame, All frames, Selected frames
Protect function
Single frame, Selected frames, Release protect (Single/All selected)
Copy between media
Single frame, All frames, Selected frames
RAW picture editing
RAW development
JPEG editing
Resize (producing another file), Gradation auto
Print function
Print reservation (DPOF), Direct print (PictBridge compatible)
Input/Output
PC interface
USB 2.0 High Speed for storage and camera control (MTP mode is available)
Video connector
Video out (Video: NTSC/PAL selectable)
Flash attachment
Hot shoe
DC-in
Yes (AC-1 compatible)
Power Requirements
Battery
BLM-1 Li-ion battery (included)
CR123 x 3 with LBH-1
Sleep mode
Available (1, 3, 5, 10 min., off selectable)
No. of recordable pictures (with 50% flash light)
Approx. 610 shots (optical viewfinder) (with BLM-1 under CIPA testing standard)
Power battery holder
HLD-4 compatible
Dimensions/Weight
Dimensions
5.6 in. (W) x 4.58 in. (H) x 2.9 in. (D /(142.5 mm (W) x 116.5 mm (H) x 74.5 mm (D) (excluding protrusions)
Weight
1.79 lbs./810 g (body only)
Operating Environment
Temperature
0 - 40° (operation) / -20 - 60° (storage)
Humidity
30 - 90% (operation) / 10 - 90% (storage)
Splash proof
Yes
Box contents
E-3 body, Li-ion battery BLM-1, Li-ion battery charger BCM-2, USB cable, Video cable, Shoulder strap, OLYMPUS Master CD-ROM, Instruction manual, Warranty card.
Check out The Olympus E-3 Video Review by Cameralabs.com on YouTube!