http://ask.metafilter.com/tags/E-500 Questions tagged with 'E-500' at Ask MetaFilter. Tue, 25 Apr 2006 16:06:08 -0800 Tue, 25 Apr 2006 16:06:08 -0800 en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 http://ask.metafilter.com/37007/Im%2Dthinking%2Dof%2Dbuying%2DOlympus%2DEVOLT%2DE500%2D8M%2Dwhat%2Dto%2Dlook%2Dfor I recently found this digital SLR Olympus EVOLT E-500 on sales at costco.com <a href="http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=11105238&whse=&topnav=&browse=">click here</a> It seems a good deal with a complete package. It's very attempting to me since I'd like to move from point and shoot to DSLR. I'm a beginner amateur. I've read and learned about how SLR works, but with so many choices out there on the market, I'm kinda lost. $699 is right on my budget. However, I'm willing to step up a little bit if there is a better choice for the long run and without paying a whole lot more. On the other hand, stepdown is also an option if major/critical functions are not being compromised. With your experience and knowledge, what do you think the pros and cons are for Olympus E-500. Say if i get a Canon, or a Nikon DSLR, what models are comparable to E-500, and what will I gain or lose? I'll appreciate it if you can share your thoughts with me. Many thanks. Olympus EVOLT E-500 8MP $699.99 After Rebate Digital SLR 2.5" 40-150 &amp; 17.5-45mm Lens tag:ask.metafilter.com,2006:site.37007 Tue, 25 Apr 2006 16:06:08 -0800 digital E-500 Olympus SLR dy