Olympus Stylus Zoom 140 QD CG Date 35mm Camera by Olympus
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Digital camera reviews of Olympus Stylus Zoom 140 QD CG Date 35mm Camera
Digital camera Review: Nice quality pics, very good ergodynamics
Summary: 4 Stars
I own a Nikon N6006 SLR and set out to buy a point-and-shoot for convenience. I bought both a Minox CD 140 and an Olympus Stylus Zoom 140 QD. I shot a roll of film with all three at once, then blinded sorted the the match sets of three pictures of each image based on which were best. My findings:1. The Nikon SLR was not consistently the best. In fact, the difference between the pictures from the SLR and the two point and shoots was remarkably smaller than I expected.
2. The Minox had somewhat better color, focusing, and contrast than did the Olympus. The difference, however, was slight.
3. The Olmpus was better designed than the Minox. The Olympus fit better in the hand, the clamshell cover gave more protection, it had a greater zoom range, the viewfinder was slightly larger and set back from the camera body (so your nose doesn't bump the camera as much), and the diopter adjustment was nice. On the plus side for the Minox, the placement of the Minox zoom buttons was more comfortable for me than than the Olympus ones, and the Minox turned on and off markedly faster than the Olympus. Also, the Minox case was more practical.
Both point and shoot cameras would be excellent options. Get the Minox if picture quality is paramount; get the Olympus if you want more features and better comfort in your hands.
Digital camera Review: Not a let down & didn't let me down!
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this camera just before I traveled to Europe. It's always good to check out a new camera before you go on vacation with it, (so you can get to know it and see the results ...nothing worse than coming back from a vacation like that with a bunch of garbage rolls of film as your memories). I was SO happy with the results of the test roll before I left, that I shot another roll "to test" it, and then another... the images are SO sharp and clear! I had VERY FEW pictures that didn't turn out from my entire trip. Good exposures, clear focus... The camera was overall quite adaptable to the various elements a person may come across while on vacation or just out taking pictures at a family event. I've had so much fun taking pictures with it! Neat that it has several different options for the function of the flash! It has a flash override, two different types of red-eye reduction, a selection for night time outdoor flash, as well as a self timer, and the option to put the date on the pictures/ date and time, or no data at all.
I really don't have any complaints about this camera. But since it's all automatic, make sure to always have an extra battery on hand! Especially when you first get it, because you'll probably use the zoom and stuff a bit more at first. Another thing that I noticed with mine is that the flap that slides over to close the lens and cover/protect it will VERY SLIGHTLY rub along the side of the lens as it is being pulled in if you push too far on the flap. So just be aware so not to mar the finish.
What would make this camera better is if it came with a made to fit case!
Digital camera Review: Reeeally nice!
Summary: 4 Stars
I got this camera to use on the fly when a larger camera would be too cumbersome; to the beach etc. and I have found it to be really good. I have owned many cameras, some of them point and shoot, and this one is the best one I have had. The pictures really are very sharp and well-balanced, and the zoom is unbelievable in such a little fellow! Also, the film is always in place, you don't have to worry about coming home from safari with 36 to-die-for pictures of rare wildlife...only not, because the film wasn't put in properly (this actually happened to me once, on safari).The only slight annoyance, and it is very slight, is that you have to half-close the cover in order to activate the retraction of lens etc. then wait until it is safely in place, and THEN close the cover fully. After a while this is second nature and I only mention it so nobody thinks I was paid for this review.
All in all, this camera far surpassed my expectations and I highly recommend it.
Casper
Digital camera Review: Review after ST. LUCIA vacation
Summary: 3 Stars
Disappointing picture quality. Grainy, dull colors compared to my previous Minolta camera that I have had for several years but is starting to break down (my fault). Not worth the money. Close ups were clearer. Not good with distant, scenic shots.Digital camera Review: Sharp pics, great features
Summary: 5 Stars
Strengths: Versatile camera, Great range with zoom, Produces sharp photos, Lightweight, Perfect for traveling, Somewhat weatherproof Weaknesses: Feels a little fragile in your hand; be careful with it! (As with most electronics goods though.)
Summary: This is a great versatile camera. I found it to be the pefect travel companion for me recently, and it produced great results that amazed me for a point-and-shoot camera. I love the wide range it covers, and it's lightweight enough to fit easily in your jacket pocket. And, if that weren't enough, it's near weatherproof! Definitely a serious point-and-shoot for the not-so-serious photographer. :)