Olympus E-3 User Manual page 5

engineering inherent in the four-thirds system and the sensor
used in the E-3. The apparently low megapixel count offers the
bonus of larger individual photo-sites than those found in higher-
density sensors. This benefits the dynamic range of the E-3
images as well as providing impressive low-noise performance at
speeds up to ISO1600.
In addition, when viewed within the Olympus E-system – and the
wider four-thirds product range – the E-3 does, indeed, stand
alone amongst other cameras on the market in providing a
unique blend of portability, professional ruggedness, image
quality, user-friendliness and a whole bundle of "do anything"
capabilities. For many happy owners it was "worth the wait" and
it is a camera that they hold in high regard.
Indeed, nearly a year after its launch the E-3 was awarded the
"Best Advanced Camera in Europe 2008/2009"
European consortium of more than 50 magazine editors in the
imaging and sound industries. When viewed in light of the fact
that other brands had all launched cameras with higher
megapixel counts and "more features" subsequent to the E-3's
introduction, this is an indication of the depth of sophistication
that is the Olympus E-3 camera. There is absolutely no reason
why it cannot do all any user could possibly ask of it.
This booklet aims to help you to understand your Olympus E-3 D-
SLR camera a bit better and explain the many features which
have been designed into it that other users have found useful. In
so doing we hope to help you realise your vision for photography.
It is, however, assumed that you understand the principles of
photography and have read the manufacturer's handbook.
Please refer to both this guide and the appropriate page in the camera's
English user manual (Printed in Germany in 2007 item OIME-7.01-
10/2007. Hab-E0460212) as indicated by the (UMPgxx) notation as you
progress through the text.
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award by EISA – a