Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 80 Point and Shoot
Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 80 Point and Shoot
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[Aug 14, 2000]
Kelly Kelly
Intermediate
Strength:
Small size, good colour and contrast
Weakness:
You absolutely have to hold this camera rock steady otherwise you get blurry pictures, even with 400 speed film. This is a strong disadvantage, particularly when trying get get a 'quick shot'. I am still looking for the perfect point and shoot. I own a Nikon F100 and was looking for a decent p $ s. Looks like I made the wrong choice. Customer Service None needed. Similar Products Used: Nikon point and shoot (forget the model) |
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[Aug 01, 2000]
Shannon West
Casual
Strength:
Small size, very convenient to carry, clear sharp pictures provided you hold it rock still in anything but bright sunlight.
Weakness:
You have to hold it rock still in anything but bright sunlight. Slow lens is about the same you'd find on most other point and shoots but seems to be more of an issue with this camera. Also, I keep inadvertently turning it off by touching the lens cover the wrong way - maybe I'll get used to it. Just what I was looking for in terms of size and quality of pictures. A monopod would be a good accessory to own though! Customer Service Having needed it yet Similar Products Used: Pentax 928 |
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[Jul 17, 2000]
Jose
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
Stylus Epic Zoom 80
Strength:
small for those looking for convenience, weatherproof
Weakness:
slow film loading I didn't like it since it broke down on me twice, had to replace it, too much hassle, it takes good pictures but so do other cameras out there now at lower price. This one is too pricey adn you don't get that many options anyway. I tried a different brand and now think Olympus wasn't a right choice for me. Similar Products Used: Kodak |
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[Jul 13, 2000]
Shawn Vu
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
Stylus Epic Zoom 80
Strength:
Compact design
Weakness:
Plastic shell Great picture for the buck... very compact and light. This 35mm format is nice with great depth, although the shutter speed can be little faster. I have purchased the Canon ELPH APS before this one, the ELPH can't compare the picture quality wtih this Stylus. Similar Products Used: Minolta Freedon |
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[Jul 12, 2000]
Brent Nelson
Casual
Model Reviewed:
Stylus Epic Zoom 80
Strength:
EXCELLENT Picture quality
Weakness:
none This is a great little camera! I picked it up at my local WAL-MART for $148.00. I had just taken back the olympus superzoom 115 b/c it took horrible, out of focus photographs. I decided to pick up the stylus epic zoom 80 (the champaign colored Quartz Date Version). I have never been so pleased with a camera as i am with my new olympus. EVERY picture came out sharp and exposed correctly. This camera really makes your pictures look as if they were taken by a professional. I got them developed at RITZ one hour developing and everything looked great (best photo mat i've been too also -- check them out) I would HIGHLY suggest you go out and purchase this camera....you will not regret it! :O) Customer Service I have not had to contact them Similar Products Used: samsung maxima zoom 70GL |
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[Jun 03, 2000]
brian milne
Casual
Model Reviewed:
Stylus Epic Zoom 80
Strength:
excellent package, great for events where larger cameras are not suitable. Quality is amazing
Weakness:
viewfinder is a little on the small side excellent camera, recommended above all other p&s in price range Customer Service haven't had to find out yet Similar Products Used: canon elph, previous olympus models |
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[May 27, 2000]
Fred
Casual
Model Reviewed:
Stylus Epic Zoom 80
Strength:
Size/weight
Weakness:
Cost I bought this because it was really light, and weather-proof. This is important for me, because I wanted a camera that I could take rock climbing, tramping and mountainbiking. It does it's job well, and I hardly notice it, even if it is my back pocket. Similar Products Used: None |
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[May 24, 2000]
JEREMY SCHIFFER
Model Reviewed:
Stylus Epic Zoom 80
Strength:
WEATHERPROF. QUICK & EASY TO SET UP. GREAT OPTIONS WHEN YOU'RE READY TO SHOOT. POCKET SIZE IS A+++
Weakness:
WHEN THE BATTERY RUNS LOW, IS MOVES REALLY SLOW. PERFECT TO THROW IN THE PACK TO DOCUMENT YOUR TRAVELS & ACTIONS. PERFECT FOR MY MT. BIKE & SNOWBOARD ADVENTURES! Customer Service N/A Similar Products Used: ZOOM 140 |
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[May 20, 2000]
John
Casual
Model Reviewed:
Stylus Epic Zoom 80
Strength:
Fantastic design. Great pictures for a compact P&S camera.
Weakness:
None found yet If you're looking for a solid, all-around, compact P&S, this is it!! Got this about a month ago to use on upcoming honeymoon to French Polynesia. Shot a few rolls so far with very good results. You'll be quite happy if you decide to make this your on-the-go P&S!!!! Customer Service N/A Similar Products Used: Canon Elph APS |
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[Apr 23, 2000]
Wayne lipe
Expert
Model Reviewed:
Stylus Epic Zoom 80
Strength:
Great size/capability ratio. Weather resistant clamshell case. Reliable crisp photography.
Weakness:
Really fussy loading film. Needs a spot meter. Carrying a camera just when you think there will be a photo opportunity is like using your seatbelt just when you think you might have an accident. I carry the little Olympus with me all the time. As a result I get more pictures from it than from my sophisticated SLR. If you read the manual and understand what the camera is doing, it will never give you an out of focus or poorly exposed shot. Customer Service Not used Similar Products Used: P&S by Nikon, Fuji, Minolta and Pentax APS |