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(based on 4 ratings)
Brand: Olympus
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Olympus E-520 Digital SLR Camera Body with 14-42mm Zoom Lens & 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 Zoom Lens - Refurbished by Olympus
Review Snapshot®
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.5 stars
(based on 4 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Easy to use(4), Large clear LCD(3)
Describe Yourself:
Photo enthusiast(3)
 
I am very happy with this camera
By TomVerified Purchaser from Tallahassee, Florida on 4/10/2011
Which of the following features do you use on your digital camera?:
Continuous shooting, Fast Auto focus, Interchangeable lenses
What do you do with your digital images?:
Email to friends and family, Print using a home printer, Save to disk
Picture Quality (e.g. clarity, sharpness, color):
9
Ease of Operation:
9
Shutter Speed/Lag Time:
8
Variety of features (e.g. zoom, image stabilization, low light):
8
Durability/reliability (e.g. damage resistance, battery life and sturdiness):
9
Overall Experience:
9
How likely are you to recommend your digital camera to your friends, family, co-workers, etc.:
Probably will
Pros:
Advanced - allows growth, Easy to use, Happy with image quality, Nice first camera
Cons:
Limited photo cropping, Manual can be vague, Occasional loss of focus
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Sports/Action, Worked well at class play
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Olympus Olympus E-520 Digital SLR Camera Body with 14-42mm Zoom Lens & 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 Zoom Lens - Refurbished by Olympus:

I originally preferred another brand, but the price and two lens kit got my attention. Realizing I probably traded some quality for price, this camera is, in my opinion, a great first camera and I am really enjoying using it. Based on my initial use, I will probably make Olympus my first consideration when I purchase another camera and pass this one to my children.

 
So far so good
By JoeVerified Purchaser from Cleveland, OH on 3/7/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast Shutter Speed, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, High ISO Performance, Large Clear LCD, Quiet
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Macro Photography, Travel, Wildlife photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Olympus Olympus E-520 Digital SLR Camera Body with 14-42mm Zoom Lens & 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 Zoom Lens - Refurbished by Olympus:

I upgraded to the 520 from the 500 because I wanted image stabilazation (my hands are a little shakey in low light conditions). The 520 has been great at taking the pictures I want it to thus far. I do a lot of urban exploring. The refurb is worth the discount, although it comes in (an Olympus) refurbished box. I was expecting it to come in the normal 520 box, but all the goods are there, so unless your extremely particular about the packaging there's not much noticiable difference. It works great, but the original box might have been nice if I ever have to sell it (which I'm not planning to do anytime soon).

 
Excellent Buy & Merchandise
By Swamp ManVerified Purchaser from Slidell,LA on 1/11/2010
Pros:
Easy to Use, Fast Shutter Speed, Good Battery Life, Great Resolution, Great Zoom, Large Clear LCD, Small / Compact
Cons:
Poor in Low Light
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Macro Photography, Travel, Weddings/Events, Wildlife photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Olympus Olympus E-520 Digital SLR Camera Body with 14-42mm Zoom Lens & 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 Zoom Lens - Refurbished by Olympus:

This is a very good unit. I would highly recommend it to anyone. I have taken over 1K shots with it and am very pleased. The live view is nice, but I find I seldom use it. The only real con I see is that photo info is listed down the right side of the screen as opposed to the bottome. The lenses are excellent. I think the 4/3 standard is here to stay. The refurb is like new and no complaints about that.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
ROCKING DEAL
By Dan [@]Verified Reviewer from Portland OR on 10/19/2009
Pros:
Easy to Use, Good Battery Life, Good sized screen, Great Resolution, Nice Features and Settings
Cons:
Shutter Lag
Best Uses:
ALL around great starter
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Olympus Olympus E-520 Digital SLR Camera Body with 14-42mm Zoom Lens & 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 Zoom Lens - Refurbished by Olympus:

After playing with my friends Canon XT, I bought this camera as it just seamed to shoot better. Super started for anyone.

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