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January 2014
(85%)
77 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(88%)
12 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Comparatively small size
Long reach 10.7 x optical zoom
Constant fast f/2.8 aperture
Great design
Long zoom with f/2.8 constant maximum aperture
Excellent built-in viewfinder
Dual function lens ring
Fast autofocus
Top-spec design
Very compact
Easy to handle
Good control layout with customisable options
Excellent responsiveness
Fast
Constant f/2.8 zoom lens with ND filter
Pleasant EVF with good definition
Battery life over 500 photos
Builtin WiFi
Good EVF
Exellent spec
Retro-styled design
Strong f/2.8 (constant) lens
Easy-to-pair Wi-Fi
Terrific EVF
Speedy
The editors didn't like
Small sensor
Not a looker
Bulky for a compact
Pricey
Bulky
Expensive
No focus peaking for manual focus
Would like wider-angle lens
Image quality not great at higher ISO settings
Noisy startup
No focus peaking
Barrel distortion at wideangle
Video slightly underexposed
Touchscreen isn't used to the best of its potential
Abstract: Stepping up in the compact spectrum are cameras that tend to be aimed at photographers who want full photographic control. Good low-light performance, the ability to shoot Raw, and accessible manual controls make these compacts a viable portable alternati...
Abstract: Stylus 1 picture tour gallery Price: £549 A baby OM-D? Olympus had a massive success with the OM-D E-M5, a Micro Four Thirds mirrorless interchangeable lens system camera, thanks in large part to its unapologetically OM film SLR-styling that dates ba...
Abstract: 1. Introduction2. Specifications3. Design and Operation4. Design and Operation5. Design Compared6. Controls7. First Impressions & Samples Olympus Stylus 1 First Impressions Review October 2013 | By Andy Westlake and Richard Butler Tweet First impression...
Given the relatively small size of the camera's sensor, the review cameras turned in a good enough performance to satisfy most potential purchasers and handled most types of lighting competently. For everyday photography, the Stylus 1 provides all of the ...
Abstract: Digital Life News Cameras Technology News DateJanuary 30, 2014 (0) Read later This 12-megapixel camera, with a 28-300mm f2.8 constant aperture, optically stabilised lens, looks and feels like a hybrid. Olympus calls it a ''compact'' but it ...
Image quality up to ISO400 is excellent. The smartphone app is improved and now one of the best in the business. The Super Macro mode produces superb close-ups.
The sensor is smaller than on a micro fourthirds camera, so why is the camera so big?
A remarkable camera. The constant f2.8 aperture over the 10x zoom range is impressive, making it possible to get a shallow depth of field with out-of -focus background, ideal for portraiture. The Super Fine jpegs are excellent; the RAW output is better. W...
The Olympus Stylus 1 has an excellent 10.7x f2.8 zoom lens, fine photo quality, and excellent shooting performance. Its touch screen and electronic viewfinder are very nice, and its features and controls give it a dSLR feel
For its $700 price tag, pixel peepers might be disappointed with its photo quality above ISO 400. Better suited for photos than movies, and there's no external mic jack
For those who crave an enthusiast compact with more zoom range, the Olympus Stylus 1 should be high on your list for its excellent balance of performance, design, and features....
Comparatively small size, Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture, 10.7x zoom range, Excellent EVF
Small sensor, Not a looker
Retro cameras are very much in-vogue, and while the Olympus Stylus 1 certainly follows this trend it's not the prettiest camera around. Buying Guide Best compact camera Nevertheless, it affords plenty of control, and adjustments can be made quickly and e...
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Published: 2014-04-01, Author: Ryan , review by: techsmart.co.za
Extremely solid, well built body, Terrific ergonomics, Superb LCD screen, Lovely control dial encircling the lens
Convoluted menu structure, Some quality issues at high ISO
Review: Olympus Stylus 1Review by Fazri NuhaMy first compact digital camera had been a 2MP Canon Powershot A60, which had been powered by four AA batteries. This is way back in 2003. It is the first compact digital camera with Program, Aperture/Shutter Pr...
