Olympus E-500 Camera Body (Four Thirds) with 40-150mm Lens - Refurbished - Condition B

Description

The Olympus E-500 is a classic digital SLR camera from the Four Thirds system (NOT Micro Four Thirds), designed to offer solid image quality and full manual control in a traditional DSLR body.

It features the famous Kodak 8-megapixel CCD sensor paired with Olympus’ TruePic processing, delivering natural colour reproduction and reliable performance for everyday photography.

The camera includes an optical viewfinder and a 2.5-inch rear LCD for image review and settings control. Autofocus is handled via a 3-point phase-detect system, and the E-500 offers full manual, aperture priority, and shutter priority modes, making it suitable for both beginners and more experienced photographers.

A built-in pop-up flash is included, along with Olympus’ Supersonic Wave Filter dust reduction system to help keep the sensor clean.

This setup includes an Olympus 40-150mm F3.5-4.5, which is a high-quality telephoto zoom lens designed for the Four Thirds DSLR system. Covering a 35mm equivalent focal range of 80–300mm, it offers excellent versatility for portraits, wildlife, sports, travel, and general telephoto photography.

Specifications – Olympus E-500

  • Camera Type: Digital SLR camera
  • Sensor: 8MP CCD (Four Thirds, 17.3 × 13mm)
  • Image Processor: TruePic
  • Lens Mount: Four Thirds
  • ISO Range: 100–400 (expandable to 1,600)
  • Autofocus: Phase-detect AF (3-point)
  • Image Stabilisation: None
  • Viewfinder: Optical (pentamirror)
  • Screen: 2.5" LCD, approx. 215k dots
  • Video Recording: Not supported
  • Continuous Shooting: Up to approx. 2.5–3 fps
  • Flash: Built-in pop-up flash, hot shoe
  • Storage Media: CompactFlash / xD cards
  • Connections: USB
  • Battery Type: Olympus BLM-1

Specifications – Olympus 40-150mm Mk.1 f/3.5 Lens

  • Lens Type: Telephoto zoom lens
  • Mount: Four Thirds
  • Focal Length: 40–150mm (35mm equivalent: 80–300mm)
  • Maximum Aperture: f/3.5–4.5
  • Minimum Aperture: f/22
  • Autofocus: Yes
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: Approx. 0.90m
  • Maximum Magnification: Approx. 0.19×
  • Aperture Blades: 7
  • Filter Thread: 58mm
  • Dimensions: Approx. 65 × 92mm
  • Weight: Approx. 425g

Included

  • E-500 camera body
  • Battery
  • New USB battery charger
  • Shoulder strap
  • 1 Gb memory card
  • 40-150mm lens with front cap

Item specifics

BrandOlympus
ModelE-500
MountFour Thirds
Sensor8 MP CCD
Shutter Count6,600
IBISNo
VideoNo

Condition

Very Good (B): minimal signs of wear and fully functional.

All buttons and dials work correctly. All in-camera functions work correctly. Clean and unmarked sensor.

The lens is in very good condition. The optics are clean and the focus and aperture mechanisms operate correctly.

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