Olympus E-420

Type Digital single-lens reflex

Sensor 18.00 x 13.50 mm Live MOS

Maximum resolution 3648 × 2736 (10 megapixels)

Lens type Interchangeable Four Thirds System

Shutter Computerized focal-plane

Shutter speed range 60 s - 1/4000 s

Exposure Metering TTL open-aperture exposure

Exposure Modes 49-zone multi-pattern

Metering modes Digital ESP, Centre-Weighted Average, Spot, Highlight based spot, Shadow based spot

Continuous Shooting 3.5 fps

Viewfinder Optical TTL

ASA/ISO range 100 - 1600

Rear LCD monitor 2.7" TFT LCD, 230,000 pixels, live preview capable

Storage CompactFlash (CF) (Type I or Type II) + xD Picture Card

Battery Lithium-Ion rechargeable

Weight 370 g (body only, no battery)