![]() ![]() Its thin and stylish body was shockproof, waterproof and rustproof, making it a safe choice to let the kids run off with. It laid the rugged groundwork for a breed of camera that's still going strong today. Why it's a classic: it helped photographers discover new ground (and shots)Īnother model which may not seem much to look at now, the mju 720 SW was the world’s first 'tough' digital camera. (Image credit: Olympus) Olympus mju 720 SW (2006) This was the start of Olympus’ foray into Four Thirds DSLRs, and while these cameras were eventually discontinued, it allowed the brand to experiment with the smaller sensor and technologies that would eventually lead to the much more compact Micro Four Thirds system we enjoy today. It was completely weather-sealed – as were its accompanying lenses – making it a great choice for those who liked to shoot outdoors. One of the best things about the E-1 was its tough credentials. ![]() The E-400, released three years later in 2006 was at the time the world’s smallest DSLR. It used a Four Thirds sensor, much smaller than the full-frame sensors, meaning it could be smaller and lighter than some of its contemporaries. The E-1 was the first Olympus digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera that offered support for interchangeable lenses. It’s easy to forget that as recently as 2003, digital photography was still a new, exciting and emerging technology, with cameras like the E-1 being innovative pioneers at the time. It’s from here that we really see Olympus embracing digital tech. Why it's a classic: It paved the way for modern Micro Four Thirds cameras (Image credit: Olympus) Olympus E-1 (2003) ![]()
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