Olympus Stylus 1000 Digital Camera Review

by Emily Raymond
Published on November 16, 2006

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Intro	Testing / Performance
Physical Tour	Components
Design / Layout	Modes
Control Options	Image Parameters
Connectivity / Extras	Overall Impressions
Conclusion	Specs / Ratings
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Likes

- Good LCD resolution - Durable all-weather housing - Bright Capture technology - Built-in Help Guide

Dislikes

- 10 MP not universal - Inaccurate color reproduction - Lots of processing time - Short battery life - Confusing menus

As the new king of the Stylus hill, the Olympus Stylus 1000 will get lots of attention. The compact digital camera does have 10 megapixels, a 3x optical zoom lens, and a Bright Capture 2.5-inch LCD screen. The LCD has great resolution, the lens has a standard range, and the resolution sounds better than it really is. This model may have 10 megapixels, but it can really only be accessed in optimal lighting and without using many other features. If you want the high resolution, you can’t boost the ISO, use some of the scene modes, or activate the burst mode. Olympus released this model at a retail price of $399, which is too much for a camera that can’t access its full resolution much of the time.