Olympus FE-5020 12MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD (Dark Grey)
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Manufacturer: OlympusModel: FE-5020 Dark Grey
Color: Dark Grey
Product features:
- 12-megapixel resolution for photo-quality prints up to 20 x 30 inches
- 5x wide-angle optical zoom; 2.7-inch LCD
- Capture images to xD-Picture Card or microSD (not included)
- Olympus LI-42B Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery (Retail Packaging)
- Adobe Photoshop CS5 Upgrade [Old Version]
- Serif PhotoPlus X3
- Adobe Photoshop CS4 Upgrade [OLD VERSION]
- Delkin DD/ LI-40B LI-42B EN-EL10 Replacement Battery for Olympus & Nikon
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Olympus FE-5020 12MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD (Dark Grey)
Customer Review: GREAT LITTLE CAMERA
Summary: 5 Stars
I really love the Olympus FE-5020. It produces very acceptable images for this price range. Olympus is a brand you can rely upon. I also own an Olympus Stylus 500 which I bought 5 years ago and it has produced many great images.
I see that the two previous reviewers here have decided to return their cameras. Don't let that turn you off this camera. I am very fussy about picture quality. I was a professional photographer for 20 years before I left the business. Sure, there will always be cameras that take better pictures, but for this price range you won't go wrong.
The thing about this camera that really appealed to me is the 24mm lens. I also own a Panasonic FZ28 and a Sony HX1, and while they are both superb cameras, they only go down to 28mm on the wide end of the zoom. The Olympus FE-5020 nicely fills that gap. Another thing I love about the FE-5020 is it's compact size. It fits in my jacket pocket and will go with me everywhere. That's a bonus because you can't take photographs when the camera is sitting home because you didn't feel like lugging it around.
I don't find the controls too small. I'm a guy with large hands and have severe carpal tunnel syndrome but I manage nicely in navagating the camera settings.
It is true that you will probably need to manipulate the photographs on a computer. I believe that the beauty of digital photography is the ability to work on a computer rather than breathing the toxic fumes of a darkroom. To me, digital photography is 50% camera work and 50% computer enhancement. If you're not onboard with this, you may want to look elsewhere. The images I enhance on the compter are great. You can either use Picasa which is free or the Olympic Master software included with the camera. I start out with Photoshop Elements 6, enhancing contrast and color saturation.
I opted for the dark gray FE-5020 because I'm old school and think a camera should only be one color--black. I was happy to discover that the dark gray is actually closer to a dark navy blue so I got pretty close to having a black camera.
The neopryne Olympus camera pouch advertised by Amazon fits the camera beautifully and is very nice. I'm going to order another Lithium battery because I'm running it down in about 2 hours of shooting. It would probably last most people longer than that, but I'm always checking each image, zooming in and out of the captured image which really eats up power. I also walk around with the camera powered up when I prowling for shots.
I hope this information is helpful to anyone interested in the camera. I've had mine for about 5 days and just love it. I will try to post a photograph in Customer Images, but I've tried this before and my pictures exceed the size they allow you to post.
Enjoy your image making. I hope you enjoy photography as much as I do.
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Description of Olympus FE-5020 12MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD (Dark Grey)
Where Sophistication Meets Simple. Super-wide 5x optical zoom capability in a slim, easy-to-use camera that brings you hassle-free performance and sharp image quality.5x SUPER WIDE-ANGLE ZOOM(24mm).
All the capabilities you need in one compact lens. The 5x optical zoom gets you close to the action while the 24mm wide-angle lens lets you capture breathtaking panoramas.
AF TRACKING.
The camera automatically tracks the movements of energetic photo targets like kids and pets and continuously adjusts the focus and brightness to easily capture them sharply.
INTELLIGENT AUTO + SHADOW ADJUSTMENT.
A highly practical technology that identifies the scene youâ?TMre shooting, from Portrait and Landscape to Night +Portrait, Macro and Sports, and automatically adjusts the cameraâ?TMs settings to keep both the subject and the background clear and in focus.
MAGIC FILTER.
Add a little extra dimension of drama or enchantment by applying a filter effect, such as Pop Art, Pinhole or Fisheye.
FACE DETECTION.
Tracks up to 16 faces and automatically focuses and optimizes exposures for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures.
DIGITAL IMAGE STABILIZATION PLUS.
With high ISO sensitivity and faster shutter speeds, you can freeze the action to capture sharp, blur-free images, with less noise, even if you or your subject is moving.
STYLISHLY DESIGNED.
Not only does it take great-looking pictures, but the FE-5020 also sports a great-looking, super-slim body with a premium finish in one of several classy colors, including wine red, royal blue and dark gray.
VGA MOVIE WITH SOUND.
Make your own movies with the VGA Movie with Sound function, which includes the ability to easily upload your finished productions to YouTube.
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