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Olympus Camedia D-510 Zoom Olympus updates its popular 2.1 megapixel D-490 model with a new user interface and improved features. Select a topic Reference: Datasheet Camedia D-510 Zoom Sample Images --------------------------------- 1. Intro and Highlights 2. Executive Overview 3. Design 4. Viewfinder 5. Optics 6. Exposure & Flash 7. Shutter Lag & Cycle Time Tests 8. Operation & User Interface 9. Camera Modes & Menus 10. Image Storage & Interface 11. Video, Power, Software 12. Test Results & Conclusion --------------------------------- Print-Friendly Review Version Additional Resources and Other Links Reader Comments on Camedia D-510 Zoom Review --------------------------------- Digital Camera Comparometer (TM) --------------------------------- <-- Digital Cameras (Home) <-- Digital Camera Reviews Index (Next): Executive Overview>> Page 1:Intro and Highlights Review First Posted: 6/18/2001

	*	2.1 megapixel resolution for 1,600 x 1,200-pixel images
	*	3x optical zoom lens (35-105mm equivalent) with autofocus
	*	Variable ISO, 100 to 400
	*	Spot metering option for difficult lighting conditions
	*	QuickTime Movie features

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Manufacturer Overview
Over the past several years, Olympus has been a dominant player in the digicam marketplace. It boasts one of the broadest digital camera lineups in the industry, with numerous models ranging from pure entry-level, point-and-shoot digicams to the incredible "near-professional" E-10 SLR. The D-510 Zoom is the company's latest midrange model, featuring a 2.1-megapixel CCD and 3x zoom autofocus lens. The newest upgrade to the D-400 series cameras, the D-510 combines advanced options like variable ISO and spot metering with point-and-shoot simplicity. The real plus is the 3x optical zoom lens, which provides greatly enhanced framing flexibility. We're big believers in the value of zoom lenses for general-use cameras, and the D-510 Zoom combines good quality optics with solid camera performance.


Highlights

• 2.1-megapixel CCD delivers 640 x 480- to 1,600 x 1,200-pixel resolution images.
• Adjustable light sensitivity with Auto, 100, 200, and 400 ISO equivalencies.
• 3x optical zoom (35-105mm equivalent) with f/2.8 to f/4.4 maximum aperture.
• 3x digital zoom.
• Macro focusing to 8 inches (20cm).
• Shutter speeds from 1/1,000 to 1/2 second.
• Optical real image viewfinder with diopter adjustment.
• 1.8-inch LCD monitor with 61,000 pixels.
• Four image quality settings, including uncompressed TIFF.
• Built-in flash with six operating modes.
• Five user-selectable white balance settings.
• Panorama exposure mode when using Olympus-branded memory cards.
• Five-shot sequential shooting at 1.8 frames per second.
• QuickTime movie capabilities.
• DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) compatibility.
• SmartMedia image storage, 8MB card included.
• USB AutoConnect feature.
• Powered by four AA alkaline, NiMH, NiCd rechargeables, or two CR-V3 Li-Ion batteries (AA alkalines included, optional AC adapter available)