Olympus E 300 - CCD Sensor Classic for Only $75!

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  • Опубликовано: 12 дек 2024

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  • @aerialfilm1
    @aerialfilm1 2 года назад +37

    Remember how happy we were before everyone wanted their camera to see in the dark, shadows weren’t lifted to extremes in post, and a PowerBook G4 just worked?

  • @williamcurwen7428
    @williamcurwen7428 2 года назад +19

    I made one step backwards and just got myself an Olympus E1 with a 5megapixel Kodak CCD sensor specifically for its film look aesthetic …. to go with my Canon 5D and a FujiFilm S3 Pro. These early digital cameras from the mid 00’s really do have something going for them.

    • @mikeyKnows_
      @mikeyKnows_ Год назад +1

      The pictures those things produce are marvelous

    • @kasimasi6747
      @kasimasi6747 2 месяца назад

      With the help of AI processing, the E-1 is experiencing its third youth today! A2 is not a problem.

  • @ArminHirmer
    @ArminHirmer Год назад +1

    Love mine. Either with the 30mm macro - stunning results. But mostly an adapted Super Takumar 50mm - fits the body just perfect, an awesome looking combo and it created some magic

    • @terryallen9546
      @terryallen9546 Год назад

      Great idea. Had not thought of that. I have a 28 and 50 Takumar. Didn't know someone made a 4/3 adapter.

  • @danny_r27
    @danny_r27 2 года назад +2

    Just bought one, I was initially brought to the idea of buying an old digital camera with a CCD sensors due to a video on why digicams or cheap cameras with CCD sensors are well worth it in 2022 because of the colors and film like look of the images. Then I searched up the E-1 and E-300 and thought the E-300 was the best choice for me. I just recently ordered one after seeing this video. I cannot wait and thanks for telling us that 8GB CF cards work on this camera. Should be all I need and will buy spares just in case.
    I cannot wait to shoot with it. Been wanting a DSLR and technically this is one and it has a CCD sensor so I’m very excited to say the least!

  • @OneMonthTwoCameras
    @OneMonthTwoCameras 2 года назад +2

    I got straight up giddy when I saw this notification pop up. Great video as always and best explanation of the viewfinder I have seen! Nicely done.

  • @muhammadshuman4465
    @muhammadshuman4465 2 года назад +2

    I've been surprised of what image quality!! I think it's still worth 🙏❤️

    • @steve_heise
      @steve_heise  2 года назад

      It really is good, especially for the price!

  • @mikemoir2603
    @mikemoir2603 2 года назад +5

    Love your reviews on the early DSLR's out there. Like your Canon 1Ds,& the E-300 (have one) & the E-500 (have a couple). The CCD look is so film like as you say,& I never really relished being cut off from my film gear/look. Especially miss Kodachrome. Not surprised that the ''Panalux'' 50mm F1.4 has gone up. The Leica affiliation produced really creamy hues wide-open...need to use it more. Thanks for your labor of love in calling attention to the many fine sleeper systems out there!

  • @ASTActionCam
    @ASTActionCam 6 месяцев назад

    Love your videos man, I find them really relaxing to watch. I just ordered an Olympus E500, which has a kodak CCD too. It came with 2 lenses the 14-45 and a telephoto. I can't wait to shoot with it and compare to my other CCD cameras.

  • @Brause_Market
    @Brause_Market 2 года назад

    god I can't stop watching these old digicam video reviews ; )

  • @gregm6894
    @gregm6894 2 года назад +4

    Thanks for this excellent video on this classic Olympus DSLR. I still have one of these with the bulbous battery grip on it. Still have a decent selection of 4/3's lenses too -- 14-42mm, 8mm Fisheye, 50mm f/2 Macro, 35mm f/3.5 Macro, 40-150mm, and the wonderful 50-200mm f/3.5-4. The Kodak CCD sensor produces uniquely rich colors -- very much like the old Kodachrome slide film. I don't shoot with it much, but can't bring myself to part with it, because it was such a unique style and design. You've inspired me to dig it out and go do some shooting with it! 🙂

    • @liv0003
      @liv0003 Год назад

      Hi, I have a problem with mine, when I shoot in manual mode or A,P,S mode the shutter speed works extremely slow for taking a picture, it takes a lot of time before the picture comes out, the camera works at "normal speed" only when it's set all in Automatic mode. Do you have any suggestions for this issue? Maybe I set some bottoms wrong? I'm not an "expert" or professional photographer but I also have another camera Fuji xe3 and I'm quite able to take really nice Raw and Jpeg pictures in manual with the right exposure, iso , aperture etc so I can't understand the issue with that old Olympus camera. Any possible suggestions? Thanks

    • @gregm6894
      @gregm6894 Год назад +1

      I can't say, but a good starting point would be to do a full reset on the camera. The User Manual will tell you how.

    • @liv0003
      @liv0003 Год назад

      @@gregm6894 thanx, I already fixed the issue

  • @cbdougla
    @cbdougla Год назад

    I've got an old E-510 (10mp) and an E-10 (4mp). There's just some kind of magic in those old Kodak CCDs. Thanks for the nostalgia. I'm going to have to pull those out and play with them soon. Maybe I'll go ahead and pick up the Olympus 12-60 lens that I always dreamed of back in the day ;-)

    • @cbdougla
      @cbdougla Год назад +1

      I was mistaken. The E-510 and E-3 that it's based on have a Panasonic MOS sensor. I still love it though.

  • @cliffterpher
    @cliffterpher 2 года назад +9

    Beautifully explained - you and Alexis at Onemonthtwocameras are awesome. My eyes have been opened to these early digital cameras. Thank you

    • @steve_heise
      @steve_heise  2 года назад

      Thanks Cliff! By the way, are you @clifftopher from Instagram? Also, thanks for pointing out her name is Alexis. I’ve been referring to her as “the girl from One Month Two Cameras” ‘cause I was too embarrassed to ask what her name is. But yeah, she’s the best. She’s very nice and very knowledgeable.

    • @cliffterpher
      @cliffterpher 2 года назад

      @@steve_heise I am! I was so impressed and excited by the Onemonthtwocameras channel and her style of photography, that I did some simple detective work; based upon a few comments in her videos she had to have a professional photographic background which wasn't hard to discover.

  • @weisserth
    @weisserth 2 года назад

    1:40 Olympus did - in 1963. Their original 35mm half-frame SLR worked the same way, with the mirror swinging that way.

  • @ShatteredInsights
    @ShatteredInsights 2 года назад +2

    Hey love your videos. You come across as so personable. As someone with an xt1 I understand the appeal of these older cameras - they’re just magical!

    • @steve_heise
      @steve_heise  2 года назад

      Wow, thanks! Also, I’m really looking forward to trying some of the older Fuji cameras. The XT1 sounds great!

    • @ShatteredInsights
      @ShatteredInsights 2 года назад

      @@steve_heise you should! They’re cheap on MPB. The autofocus leaves a little to be desired but it’s more than useable. I’ve heard people say the xt2 is more than enough too, so if you want to skip the problems with the xt1 and record in 4k then get the xt2. But make sure to get the grip that extends the recording time!

  • @Blackmind0
    @Blackmind0 2 года назад

    ..most underrated cam at this time...was my first digital cam and the pics were great, better than the first canon or nikon digi pics....BM

  • @ellyrion8173
    @ellyrion8173 2 года назад +3

    This was such a well-made and enjoyable video to watch, very cool piece of tech!

  • @photomaker4502
    @photomaker4502 2 года назад

    I have the E-500 and it's a dream to take pictures with it! 🥰

  • @Riccardo_Mori
    @Riccardo_Mori 2 года назад +2

    Hey Steven, I was eagerly waiting for this review since you mentioned you were looking to purchase this camera. And I wasn't disappointed. You're absolutely right when you say that this camera is calling you from the shelf and invites you to take it for a photowalk - it's the same for me. To add some information: I'm using a 16GB SanDisk Ultra (50 MB/s) CF card and my E-300 seems to have no problem whatsoever handling it. Regarding lens selection: it's not a superfast prime, but you should look for the Olympus 25mm f/2.8 pancake. It's not terribly pricey, it's a good performer overall, and really reduces the camera's footprint. Regarding the Kodak sensor: it's my very favourite CCD, and paired with a few manual focus vintage lenses, you really get film-like results. I was lucky enough to find a few adapters (Nikon-4/3, Minolta-4/3, M42-4/3), and I was impressed by what I got out of lenses such as the Helios 58mm f/2, the Minolta 45mm f/2, and the Pentacon 50mm f/1.8. Manual focus with these lenses is not very easy due to the small, not-that-bright viewfinder, and due to the fact that there is no focusing aid like on mirrorless cameras, but patience and slow-shooting is definitely rewarded. I love this camera so much I'm thinking about getting a second body!
    Great review as usual. Cheers! -Rick

    • @steve_heise
      @steve_heise  2 года назад +1

      Thanks Rick! I’ve definitely been looking at the 25mm f2.8 and I agree - I like how it creates a much smaller footprint. I need to look into more adapters for film lenses like you mentioned. I’ve got a number of Minolta MD lenses that I’d love to try on this camera. But yeah, there really is something special about this camera. Its just such a joy to use!

    • @sheldonspock5566
      @sheldonspock5566 2 года назад

      @@steve_heise not sure how you'd get on with manual focusing on the small porro viewfinder. Four Thirds pentamirror 95% coverage isn't an easy task with manual glass. Even the E-1 with its magnificent pentaprism 100% coverage is still small due to the FT sensor...
      If you try it please let me know. Also, not a lot of FT adapters out there...

  • @mkaj
    @mkaj 2 года назад +1

    thank you for the video. i really enjoy your camera reviews.

  • @TrapPhoneLoveMelodiesss
    @TrapPhoneLoveMelodiesss 2 года назад +1

    Best video on this camera! Thank you sir! And those images 🤩🤩🤩 wow

  • @andrewspence6929
    @andrewspence6929 2 года назад

    i bought an Olympus om lens adapter for my e 300 it works great ,you can get a pentax k lens adapter too your channel is great

  • @ИмранАкболатов
    @ИмранАкболатов 5 дней назад

    I love this video! You have very satisfying voice!! Thank you sir!

  • @tosvus
    @tosvus Год назад

    DSLR and Rangefinder designs were pretty standardized back then, but Sigma has always liked to try crazy stuff.

  • @lim9571
    @lim9571 2 года назад +1

    I like the follow up the Olympus E330. Which was the first DSLR with live view. I really like the 25mm pancake

    • @steve_heise
      @steve_heise  2 года назад

      Definitely- the E-330 is a great camera.

    • @AliceInHell
      @AliceInHell Год назад

      @@steve_heise330 has the same ccd ?

  • @jalakanen
    @jalakanen 2 года назад +1

    Zuiko 50mm f:2 macro lens is one good reason to own four thirds camera.

  • @karim2k
    @karim2k Год назад

    That's the camera that makes me get into DSLRs

  • @KoenigF50
    @KoenigF50 2 года назад

    Not where I expected to hear a Top Gear reference :)) Great camera too, enjoyed the video.

    • @steve_heise
      @steve_heise  2 года назад

      Thanks! Original Top Gear plus Grand Tour have always been my favorite.

  • @StephenStrangways
    @StephenStrangways 2 года назад

    Note that the Super FP high-speed flash sync requires a dedicated flash that has Super FP support, like the FL-36, FL-36R, FL-50, and FL-50R.

    • @steve_heise
      @steve_heise  2 года назад

      Thanks for pointing that out!

  • @ssthapit
    @ssthapit 2 года назад

    Didn't know about the Super FP flash mode. Thanks. Have to try it. I use my E-300 with the 25mm f2.8 pancake. I like it's quirky body shape.

  • @claudionesdebologna2533
    @claudionesdebologna2533 2 года назад +3

    Love your passion love it!! Do you base your evaluation of the e-300 by looking at jpegs or raw files? What are your settings?? Ps, your pics are great

  • @michaelhawkins1173
    @michaelhawkins1173 2 года назад

    Hi Steve a lot of the good news is with CCD sensor in your video. It's that phrase again "The look" it's hard to explain I've seen it in old black and white film but not as yet from a CCD sensor. Hopefully one day I'll get CCD and have a look. Thanks for the video.

    • @steve_heise
      @steve_heise  2 года назад

      Thanks! There’s a lot of good CCD cameras in the $50 - $75 range right now. The Olympus E-300 and 500. The Nikon D200 and the Sony A200, just to name a few. Plus the Sony A200 is at a great price right now. I got the one that I’m reviewing in next week’s video for $53 from Robert’s Camera on eBay.

  • @TreDeuce-qw3kv
    @TreDeuce-qw3kv Год назад

    Probably because of RUclips posts like this, the price of the E-300 has become unreasonable and hard to find, but without posts like this Photographers wouldn't know about these great old CCD cameras. Luckily, I still have most of mine from back in the day and they all still work with the exception of a great old LUMIX.
    Nice pixs taken to illustrate the expressive range and quality of this particular camera and sensor. 👍👍

  • @Ivlodded
    @Ivlodded 2 года назад +1

    If you want interesting lenses for your four thirds standard you might want to look into m42 and lensbaby.

  • @kasimasi6747
    @kasimasi6747 2 месяца назад

    I definitely love It!

  • @longvan4439
    @longvan4439 6 месяцев назад

    I have an e300 with 3800 shots, in 2024 🥰

  • @TaylorFade
    @TaylorFade 2 года назад

    "Hey, man... let's go take some pictures."

  • @salvadorvelasquez1755
    @salvadorvelasquez1755 2 года назад

    this is true classic camera

  • @jeffkim397
    @jeffkim397 2 года назад

    Thank you for the informative review.

  • @artemkamkov9857
    @artemkamkov9857 2 года назад +1

    Good photos. This sensor has that ccd sensors color science. Thanks for review.

  • @VZCaesar
    @VZCaesar 2 года назад

    It is beautiful.

  • @gamingwithstand6886
    @gamingwithstand6886 2 года назад

    Maybe its the rangefinder feel that makes it a really fun camera?

  • @WoodyDemon6421win
    @WoodyDemon6421win 10 месяцев назад

    Can the E-300 still be updated with the version 1.5 software? The OM imaging website confirms my E-300 has the latest version 1.0 and does not require the update? Another issue it accepts the kit lenses 14-45mm and 40-150mm and despite coupling with the 70-300mm ED does not respond electronically? Would appreciate feedback.

  • @ÁdámAttila-q3r
    @ÁdámAttila-q3r Год назад

    Hi guys! I have a question. New olympus ED lenses will fit this old e-300 body? Thank you for any kind of respond!

  • @baang76
    @baang76 2 года назад

    I still have my e410 stashed deep in my drybox though ;)

  • @thegroove2000
    @thegroove2000 2 года назад

    I don't need any new cameras. Thanks to older gems.

  • @АндрейЕвтушенко-ш8д

    Спасибо за обзор !

  • @Bigfarmer8
    @Bigfarmer8 2 года назад +1

    Hi Steven, I recently got an E-300 and I totally agree on the picture quality and the invitation to take it out to take photos. Unfortunately I have only one CF-card that is so small that i can shoot exactly 2 photos before it is full. I have bought several 8 and 16GB CF-cards and all were not recognized by the camera. Did you buy the scandisk CF-card recently? If so, where did you purchase it? I would love to shoot with this camera!

    • @steve_heise
      @steve_heise  2 года назад +1

      Hi, I’m sorry to hear that. The Sandisk 8GB card that I’m using in the video came with a Canon 5D Classic that I reviewed a few weeks ago. I’m actually not sure if that card I’m using is new or old.

    • @Bigfarmer8
      @Bigfarmer8 2 года назад

      @@steve_heise Thanks for the reply Steven. My search continues 🙂

    • @jeffkim397
      @jeffkim397 2 года назад +1

      I am using 8gb SanDisk CF card on my E-300 without any issue. I haven't tried 16gb but 32gb shows card not recognized.

    • @Bigfarmer8
      @Bigfarmer8 2 года назад

      @@jeffkim397 Thanks for the info Jeff!

  • @daktarioskarvannederhosen2568
    @daktarioskarvannederhosen2568 Год назад

    does anyone happen to know the make and model of the ccd sensors for the olympus sp510uz as well as the kodak z5010?

  • @nosherz
    @nosherz 2 года назад

    Nice images, definitely a more film like quality to them in comparison to modern gear. It would be interesting to see how high contrast b&w images look from this camera too.

    • @steve_heise
      @steve_heise  2 года назад +5

      Thanks for saying that - I’ve actually been considering doing a video dedicated to black and white photos, but I wasn’t sure if there was an audience for it.

    • @cliffterpher
      @cliffterpher 2 года назад

      @@steve_heise completely. Would love to see and hear your thoughts, on this

  • @azebgebremichael2420
    @azebgebremichael2420 2 года назад

    Hi Stive, What Is the Best Used Camera and Lens I Can Get for Under $500 for filming?

  • @cerbay1974
    @cerbay1974 2 года назад

    Hi Steven. Nice video! As you both reviewed E500 and E300, can compare them briefly? Which one would choose over the other? Thanks.

    • @Elix17
      @Elix17 2 года назад

      I have them both. In terms of operation, E-500 focuses slightly faster and snappier. Button layout is different but I cannot say which is better. In terms of IQ they're close except that E-300 tends to get colder while E-500 tends to get warmer auto WB. Generally I prefer E-300's colors but in some scenarios warmer tones might be preferable.

  • @YTRAM2006
    @YTRAM2006 2 года назад

    Hi, today I took out my E300 bought in 2004. I love to use it but I have a problem Memory Card 1 GB not working now. Do you have any idea how to fix this problem. I still want to use it.

  • @mrwashur1991
    @mrwashur1991 Год назад

    The other part that sucks more than not having lenses is nobody make adapters for other lens mounts. I finally found a Nikon f to 4/3 and it is the biggest piece of crap. Lens barely fit, on upside down, lock got stuck, release tab broke so I had to drill out the pin. And it was attached to my zeiss classic 50mm 1.4..

  • @kimc5750
    @kimc5750 2 года назад

    It’s my favorite; I have 7. 😂😂 Backups you know!! 😍😍😍😍

  • @sesioramadhan5137
    @sesioramadhan5137 2 года назад

    are those images straight out of camera?

  • @shadowgunner69
    @shadowgunner69 2 года назад +1

    One of my faves was my Oly E10. Despite only 4MP, I made some beautiful images. I still have it, though the rubber grip has gone to jelly and it's mostly unusable. It had a similar but smaller Kodak CCD.
    When 4/3rds came out, I wanted the E-300 so bad, but couldn't swing the cost. I went with a Sony A300 instead, it also used a CCD, but the images just didn't have that special quality. I think the 10.2MP CCD wasn't as good as the 6MP in the Minolta 7D/5D.
    As a long time Sony shooter, I've never been as satisfied as I am now that I returned to the Oly camp (EM1,EM5 II, E-pl2).
    BTW, the CCD's of that era typical had a dynamic range similar to slide film. This prompted manufactures to tune for a more slide film emulation, avoiding the weaknesses of the CCD.

  • @ahoyhere8113
    @ahoyhere8113 2 года назад +1

    sane, normal, 1 or 2 cameras? hahahaha 💀 loved this, thanks

  • @rpaluczak
    @rpaluczak Год назад

    Anyone have a strong opinion on the E-300 vs E-1 - wondering if the price difference is worth it.

  • @liv0003
    @liv0003 Год назад

    I cant understand why mine works extremely slow on taking a picture when I shot in manula mode or A,S,P mode. It shots normally only when the camera is in automatic mode only. Any suggestions why it works so bad?

    • @liv0003
      @liv0003 Год назад

      Anyway thanks for the video

  • @aaronragasa6173
    @aaronragasa6173 2 года назад

    wow this has a similar mirror setup to the old olympus pen f cameras lol

  • @Zainphotography
    @Zainphotography 2 года назад

    Have the sample photos gone through post processing or are they SOOC?

  • @jessshep6156
    @jessshep6156 2 года назад

    I can't manage to get the pics off of mine as it won't connect even when plugged in the screen just says one moment. If anyone has any advice I would be grateful!

    • @daktarioskarvannederhosen2568
      @daktarioskarvannederhosen2568 Год назад

      please remove the cf card and obtain cf card reader that plugs in to computer usb port. you can then move them to the computer.

  • @TrapPhoneLoveMelodiesss
    @TrapPhoneLoveMelodiesss 2 года назад

    I just purchased one of these and I’ve tried 3 different CF cards. None of them work. The camera screen goes black and it won’t do anything. Take the cards out and the camera works fine, except there is no way to store images.
    Anyone know what type of CF cards work with this camera?

    • @cliffterpher
      @cliffterpher 2 года назад +1

      Sandisk works. What size are you using? Did you format the cards via the menu system?

    • @imnguyen6658
      @imnguyen6658 2 года назад

      Try xd cards, if it has a slot for it

  • @nightdonutstudio
    @nightdonutstudio 2 года назад +1

    The image looks like has some film simulation applied to it.

    • @steve_heise
      @steve_heise  2 года назад

      Some are edited a little bit - just basic color and contrast adjustments and others are just straight out of the camera. For anyone interested in the film look, these older Olympus cameras definitely have that vibe.

  • @heliopijpe
    @heliopijpe 2 года назад

    Is it worth getting a E-520 when you have a E 300 already you think? (besides as a collectable) the IS and live view are nice but other than that? Output wise? Shooting wise? (The E-1 is hard to find, and prices are rising hard in EU, but it seems it is a bit better and might be worth investing) what do you think? :-) Everything here is 100 150+ euro at least (with 1 kit lens and up) so I'd rather not have a system lying on the shelf idle.

  • @michaelkeeling4385
    @michaelkeeling4385 2 года назад

    Olympus make binoculars which use prisms so that's reason why

  • @herbertandrewdutton
    @herbertandrewdutton 2 года назад

    This was my first digital camera but I broke it and took it back and got a refund then I bought the Nikon D50.

  • @yemarican
    @yemarican 2 года назад

    I was noticing lately that with my different cameras ... the ones with CMOS sensors produce better images than the CCD ones .. anyone else agrees?? it's just that with the ones with the CCD sensors they look like phone photos when enlarged on a computer .. I print and this matters to me.

  • @SD_UK
    @SD_UK 2 месяца назад

    Not $75 any more ..!

  • @brunoeiler8192
    @brunoeiler8192 2 года назад

    suggestion .. in video like this you should explain the resources as tou did, but " showing the camera" and not you standing as a reporter .... I stop watching the video because I would like to receiventhe infos but see the camera at same time ....

  • @jancovanderwesthuizen8070
    @jancovanderwesthuizen8070 2 года назад

    Dang that’s an ugly camera