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Olympus FE-300

Reviewed October 2007

Our Opinion

Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 12 megapixel

• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities


Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.
9 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.
8
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.
9 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.
8
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.
7 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.
8
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.
8 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.
8
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption — (with rechargeable batteries)
7 Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
8
Total: 8 Total: 8

Positives

Negatives

  • Excellent image quality with bright, strong light, or with flash.
  • Program mode with some user controls.
  • Good flash.
  • Sharp, 2.5-inch monitor.
  • Good lens, no serious distortion.
  • Very high resolution.
  • Good value.
  • Some shadow noise.
  • Slight wide angle chromatic abberation.
  • Menu system a bit cumbersome.
  • Average battery life.

Approximate Retail Price: (October 2007)

Canada $ 380
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Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion



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