Latest – Review and Sample Photos by Trusted Reviews (added 25 February’09)
Olympus Stylus 1040 is a 10 megapixel digitally image stabilized point-and-shoot digital camera and it features a 3x optical zoom lens (38 – 114 mm equivalent in 35mm), 0.65” super slim all-metal body, 2.7 inch LCD, auto scene identification, smile detection, and an ISO range of 50 to 1600. Camera dimensions are 3.5″W x 2.2″H x 0.65″ D, with lens cover: 0.8″ (89mm x 55.5mm x 16.5mm, with lens cover: 20.3mm) and it weighs 3.8oz (108g) without batteries and media card.
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Review Index – (updated 25 February’09)
TrustedReviews
“Design and build quality are good for the price, and despite its unusual control panel and needlessly complicated menu system it is simple and fun to use. Exposure metering and autofocus are both good, but unfortunately it is let down badly by a very inferior lens and slow overall performance.”
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InfoSync
“We found the Stylus 1040’s main issue to be lack of a proper exposure level in many images. With only Exposure Compensation to play with, it’s very difficult to fine-tune the brightness of an image with this camera.”
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Cameras.co.uk
“A fantastic camera? No, but the Olympus MJU 1040 puts up a solid showing. The camera is one of the best looking at this price point and will slip easily into a pocket. Picture quality could go up a notch or two here and there, but I think this camera offers fair value for money.”
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DPInterface
“The thing going for the Stylus 1040 is that it’s a value packed, 10 megapixel snapper. First off, the stylish design alone (which seems rather alike to another thin camera *ahem*) of the Stylus 1040 doesn’t make it look like a cheap camera and the camera can use, not one, but two kinds of memory cards thanks to the bundled microSD adapter.”
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Press Release
Hamburg, 25 August 2008 – Combining powerful features in a completely redesigned super-slim metal body, the Olympus µ [mju:] 1040 is an extremely elegant performer. Measuring in at a depth of just 16.5mm at its thin end, it combines a precision 3x zoom (38-114mm*) with cutting-edge features such as Advanced Face Detection and Shadow Adjustment Technology. Furthermore, the brand new Intelligent Auto mode can detect the five most commonly-used scenes and then automatically adjust camera settings including focus and exposure. A large (6.9cm/2.7”) HyperCrystal LCD helps users frame and review their shots. In addition to the camera’s internal memory, photos can be stored on xD-Picture Card or – thanks to a bundled attachment – on microSD Card. The 10 Megapixel µ [mju:] 1040 will hit stores from September 2008 at an RRP of £149.99.
Style meets innovation
The Olympus µ [mju:] 1040 represents a new generation of style. Its sleek, thin metal body really makes a statement and comes in a dazzling array of colours. These include Starry Silver, Midnight Black, Magma Red and Melon Yellow, with a sliding lens cover that enhances the µ [mju:] 1040’s streamlined appearance. The camera’s interface has also been changed as now you can access most functions through a flat control panel. This ensures easy navigation while simultaneously getting the hearts of minimal design enthusiasts racing.
High-tech features
The innovations incorporated in the Olympus µ [mju:] 1040 make capturing picture-perfect images a breeze with the brand new Intelligent Auto mode. This feature automatically detects 5 different popular photographic scenes and adjusts settings, focus and exposure automatically.
Advanced Face Detection Technology lets up to 16 faces be recognised by the camera. Matched with Shadow Adjustment Technology, which cleverly optimises shadowy areas in picture, you can be sure that your human subjects are always caught in the right light.
Thanks to Digital Image Stabilisation, which boosts ISO values, crisp and sharp photos are assured – even in low-light situations. Meanwhile, the powerful TruePic III image processor enhances colour reproduction and image quality as well as boosting speed.
Take charge
With the Olympus µ [mju:] 1040, you are in control. Perfect Shot Preview lets adjustments to your photo be shown on the LCD in real time. This makes it easy to choose the right settings to achieve the best effects. In cases where further assistance might be required, the in-camera help guide puts solutions at your fingertips. Users also have a choice of up to 39 languages for the camera menu. In addition to internal memory, pictures can be stored to xD Picture Card, or – thanks to a bundled attachment – to microSD Card. And to ensure easy handling of photos on a computer, the multifaceted Olympus Master software is also included.
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why did the pictures taken are not sharp in the computer as in the lcd screen?how can i get the good quality?previously,i only used 4.1 megapixels’s camera..but it seems like the pictures are better than this 10 megapixels..
I just got the camera for christmas and I am not to satisfied. The picture quality is not good at all.