Image Quality. Olympus' exclusive dust free technology includes the Supersonic Wave Filter, providing 35,000 vibrations per second (automatically or at your command), to rid your camera's sensor of dust and other micro particles and keep your pictures looking flawless.

Durability. From the E-1's rugged exterior to its interchangeable lenses and compatible accessories, Olympus has taken nothing for granted in designing the most durable SLR system your hands will ever hold. The E-1 is complete with a lightweight magnesium alloy metal body to stand up to your professional demands. It also features buttons, dials, a lens mount and other components engineered to resist wear and tear.

Speed. The new Olympus digital processing engines dramatically reduce image capture and recording time. Designed with speeds comparable to the best Pro digital and film SLR cameras, the E-1 is ready to meet the most demanding of these professional needs. Rapid shutter speeds, swift flash recycle speeds, and Digital Specific Lenses for fast focusing make this camera one of the best.

Size. The E-1 is built with a Four Thirds type image sensor that makes it comfortable to use and to carry, without sacrificing quality in any way. Olympus also carries a variety of lightweight, interchangeable lenses you can handle with significant ease. Once you experience the numerous advantages of the compact and versatile E-1, it will make you believe less is more.