The E-420 features a front-body ergonomic grip, and Olympus created the world's thinnest and smallest SLR camera by optimizing component design, materials selection, and the camera layout.

The latest addition to the Olympus E-System, the E-420, represents a winning formula for both seasoned photographers and entrants to the D-SLR domain alike. Users benefit from the remarkable quality only D-SLR photography can deliver, yet also enjoy the ease of use usually only associated with a compact camera. This includes Live View depictions on the LCD, which can significantly simplify image composition.

In addition, as the world's smallest and lightest D-SLR, mobility is hardly an issue. The E-420 will fit just about anywhere - from a small daypack to a lady's handbag. This makes it a perfect companion for journalists, travellers or other adventurers who appreciate the one-of-a-kind portability, performance and value for money it delivers. The easy-to-use 10.0 Megapixel E-420 features 28 shooting modes to suit a multitude of photographic situations and is ready to use straight out of the box. It is available in stores from late April 2008.

Some of its features:

- World's most compact D-SLR
- Exceptional ease of use
- Comfortable viewing with Autofocus Live View
- 100% D-SLR quality
- 6.9cm / 2.7'' HyperCrystal II LCD
- 10 Megapixel Live MOS sensor
- Face Detection for perfectly focused and exposed faces
- Shadow Adjustment Technology
- Excellent dust reduction system
- Built-In flash and wireless flash control
- 3.5fps with up to 8 images in RAW buffer
- Four Thirds Standard
- 28 shooting modes
- ISO 100-1600
- TruePic III image processor
- One-touch white balance
- AF / AE lock functionality
- Depth of field preview
- Anti-shock (Mirror lock) function
- Beginners' and advanced info screen
- 100% field of view via LCD
- Detailed playback info screen with histogram
- Bracketing functions
- Perfect image control
- Hi-speed USB 2.0