--- product_id: 213361604 title: "Olympus E-5 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)" brand: "olympus" price: "A$679" currency: AUD in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/213361604-olympus-e-5-digital-slr-camera-body-only store_origin: AU region: Australia --- # 5 fps shooting 12.3 MP sensor Dust & splashproof Olympus E-5 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) **Brand:** olympus **Price:** A$679 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📸 Elevate Your Photography Game! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Olympus E-5 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) by olympus - **How much does it cost?** A$679 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/213361604-olympus-e-5-digital-slr-camera-body-only) ## Best For - olympus enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted olympus brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Crafted with a lightweight yet durable magnesium alloy body, ready for any adventure. - • **Artistic Expression:** Unleash your creativity with 10 unique Art Filters, including the new Dramatic Tone Filter. - • **Capture Every Moment:** With a lightning-fast 5 fps continuous shooting speed, never miss a fleeting moment. - • **Stay Clean, Shoot On:** Equipped with a Supersonic Wave Filter, ensuring your lens stays dust-free for pristine shots. - • **Stunning Image Quality:** Experience breathtaking clarity with a 12.3 Megapixel High Speed Live MOS sensor. ## Overview The Olympus E-5 Digital SLR Camera is a robust, lightweight camera designed for both amateur and professional photographers. With its advanced 12.3 Megapixel sensor and built-in image stabilization, it delivers stunning image quality and performance in various conditions. The camera's dustproof and splashproof features make it ideal for outdoor shooting, while its artistic filters allow for creative expression. Perfect for capturing life's moments with precision and style. ## Description Product description Olympus E-5 DSLR FOR PROFESSIONAL SHOOTERS Dustproof, Splashproof DSLR with Dual Axis Swiveling LCD Monitor Offers Sharp Image Quality, High Definition Video and In-Camera Creative Features-Even in the Most Extreme EnvironmentsFeatures:* Superior Image Quality: The E-5 camera achieves the highest image quality of any Olympus camera by pairing a 12.3 megapixel High-Speed Live MOS Sensor with a TruePic V+ image processing engine that boastsnew Fine Detail Processing technology for greater detail in the photograph. Optimized to maximizethe performance of the Zuiko Digital Lenses, Fine Detail Processing takes digital photography to the next level. * 270 Degree Swivel LCD: A 3.0-inch dual axis swivel HyperCrystal LCD with 920,000 dots makes it easy to frame High Definition (HD)videos and still images at any angle from low to high and side to side to ensure accurate composition. * Limitless Creativity: Ten in-camera Art Filters including new Dramatic Tone round out this DSLR's impressive Box Contains Olympus E-5 DSLR Camera bodyCB-USB4 USB CableCB-VC2 Video CableBLM-5 Rechargeable BatteryBCM-5 Battery ChargerShoulder StrapInstruction ManualWarranty CardBC-1 Body CapEP-7 Eye CupOlympus Viewer 2 Software ## Features - Dustproof, splashproof, lightweight rigid magnesium alloy body - Ultra-effective, Supersonic Wave Drive built-in image stabilisation - 12.3 Megapixel High Speed Live MOS sensor - Ten Art Filters with astonishing new Dramatic Tone Filter - Supersonic Wave Filter dust protection system ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Package Dimensions L x W x H | 23.9 x 15.1 x 14.1 centimetres | | Package Weight | 3.49 Pounds | | Product Dimensions L x W x H | 7.5 x 14.3 x 11.7 centimetres | | Item Weight | 0.8 Kilograms | | Brand | Olympus | | Colour | black | | Continuous shooting speed | 5 | | Has image stabilisation | Yes | | Memory Slots Available | 2.0 | | Model year | 2010 | | Part number | E-5 | | Expanded ISO Maximum | 25600 | | Maximum shutter speed | 2 seconds | | Effective still resolution | 12 MP | | Guaranteed software updates until | unknown | ## Product Details - **Compatible Mountings:** Micro Four Thirds - **Aspect Ratio:** 3:2 - **Photo Sensor Technology:** MOS - **Supported File Format:** JPEG, RAW - **Image Stabilization:** Digital - **Optical Zoom:** 50 x - **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100 - **Brand:** Olympus - **Model Name:** E-5 - **Maximum Webcam Image Resolution:** 12.3 MP ## Images ![Olympus E-5 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91AedokuhTL.jpg) ![Olympus E-5 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91SmR90GaDL.jpg) ![Olympus E-5 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/8188NtkdcKL.jpg) ![Olympus E-5 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ioUG3ICGL.jpg) ![Olympus E-5 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81teiwjBk+L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: I want to add an E-5 to my E-1/E-3 + glass) - found your review re Japanese suppliers. Request advise which company you used, please ? VMT, Kevin** A: What do you exactly mean with "add an E-5 to E1/E-3 + glass"? ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Camera *by D***T on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 May 2012* I had been using an Olympus E510 for the last 5 years and wanted to upgrade the camera, I am a published photographer but its not my main source of income. I thought about changing systems as the Canon or Nikon's out there looked a good way to go for someone working at my level. However after 5 years I also had a serious investment in Olympus glass and to switch would have meant a huge outlay. Maybe 3 times the cost of this camera! Truth was I really liked the Olympus system, the lens are amazing and they offer to me a very detailed and attractive image quality. They are also very easy to carry around all day. Furthermore dispite the critic of the Olympus system I knew my way around the E510 and the E5 has a very similar albeit more advanced Menu.So I decided to stick with Olympus until I could afford to switch or I could claim the tax back as a professional photographer. Having said that the E5 has proved so far to have been an excellent choice. My photography has moved up to a new level, so much more is possible. The AF is stunning, it claims to be one of the fastest systems and it has certainly proved itself very capable with a Pro-lens coupled with Olympus's SWD system it is amaziingly fast but even with other kit it snaps into focus very quickly. Lots of my work is landscape photography and even using manual focous it is quick and easy to adjust. For the landscape photographer it also has a very useful sprit level.The sensor which has come in for a lot of flack is incredible, Olympus have managed to squeese so much from it! My pictures using the E5 are incredibly detailed, I mainly shoot RAW and the upgrade in picture quality is stunning. Even at high ISO they are sharp.The tilting live view is very useful allowing you to get interesting shots, recently at a Wedding I used it to get overhead images of the reception. Its also great for composition at ground level.Don't let the weight either put you off! It is no heavier than the Canon or Nikon's in the same price bracket and they are not weather sealed. It also fits into your hand very well even with a 50 - 200 mm telephoto mounted on the body.I have only been using the E5 for just over 2 months but it has proved for me the best upgrade. It is an incredible camera and everytime I use it I am discovering something else I like about it but having said all that it is expensive. If I did not have such an investment in the Olympus system I maybe would had switched?? But having used it I don't think I would, it is that good a camera and I am very pleased with it but if your just starting out on your first SLR I would give it a lot of thought, there are cheaper SLR's out there which are just as good. So to sum up, a great upgrade for existing Olympus users! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars E5 Appreciation *by P***B on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 February 2012* First thiings first this is NOT the body for you if shooting video is a priority.However for still work it seems unbeatable to me. Specifically because:-The 4/3 system delivers significantly smaller lighter lenses than the manufacturers who rushed into digital with camera bodies whose sensors ape the size of a 35mm frame, unlike Olympus who started with a clean sheet of paper. And Zuiko lenses are exceptional.The viewfinder beats every other DSLR I have tried. It is bright and informative and is a genuine 100% representation of the captured frame.Autofocus is fast, accurate and versatile.The controls are well placed and out of the box allow a sensational degree of control with the camera to the eye. The level of customisation on offer is extraordinary.Many professional reviewers have called the menu system over complicated - well smell the roses guys, DSLR are extremely complicated pieces of equipment, (is there is any single person in any of the serious camera companies who truly understands every process and mechanical function going on inside), and I can't think of a relevant featurewhich cannot be accessed and managed.The E5 feels incredibly well built and is a joy to use.I was talking to a technician at a very high end inkjet print shop a while ago and he told me two things which mark out the E5 from the persepctive of those who regularly print out very large prints: Firstly you never see sensor dust marks, and second Olympus users never complain about how much work they have to do on their images because the cameras are so accurate. ### ⭐⭐⭐ 3.0 out of 5 stars S/H Olympus E5 camera body *by B***S on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 October 2013* Certainly not in the "as New category" or even "very good".The two main reasons were, obvious signs of wear on the body, nasty deep scratch on the screen & the incorrect battery & charger were supplied..the batteries & charger supplied were for the E3, NOT the E5, which although they work ok are not as powerful as the correct ones- BLM-5 & BCM-5....so far I have found no problems with the functional aspect but I do feel that the camera was overpriced & that the description was somewhat misleading, --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/213361604-olympus-e-5-digital-slr-camera-body-only](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/213361604-olympus-e-5-digital-slr-camera-body-only) --- *Product available on Desertcart Australia* *Store origin: AU* *Last updated: 2026-05-09*