Olympus released their 7.5 megapixel Live View digital E-330 SLR this year to much hoopla. The first SLR camera to offer the ability for users to see an image on the LCD before the shutter is depressed, the E-330 is, well, revolutionary. Recently, Jeff Mullins, owner of Tulamben's Reef Wreck and Critter guided dive company and author of the excellent book of the same name, got his hands on an E-330 and put it inside a specially-made housing from Hong Kong-based 10Bar. He posted his very thorough (and positive) review on Wetpixel.

Featuring two memory card slots, Mullins was very pleased with the E-330's "huge memory capability." Moreover, he enjoyed the E-330's easy-to-access menu, RAW shooting ability, large 2.5" LCD, and lack of shutter lag. In terms of the housing, he was delighted by its affordable, heavy-duty construction, and the relatively easy button-access it allows. In short, Mullins claims this camera/housing combo is affordable, especially in light of the fact that no other SLRs have Live View ability. Concluding that the E-330 is "a great stepping stone for those photographers wanting more than their point & shoot cameras can offer," if you were thinking about upgrading, check out Mullins' review and marvel at his excellent photos. His conclusion just might help seal the deal.