Olympus Stylus 1000 10MP Digital Camera with Digital Image Stabilized 3x Optical Zoom | List Price: $430.49
Discount Price: $269.99
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Brand: Olympus
Binding: Electronics
Release Date: 2006-09-30
Features: - 10-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 18 x 24-inch prints
- 3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display; compact, all-weather body
- Bright Capture technology; 24 selectable shooting modes; built-in Help guide
- Perfect Fix feature includes Digital Image Stabilization Edit, Lighting Fix, and Red-Eye Fix
- Stores images on xD Picture Cards; powered by Li-Ion battery (battery and charger included)
Great Camera but watch out for Beach Cameras [Posted on 2007-11-05]
I love this camera it is the best. I have used other digital camera's and other brands and none compare to this one for me. the only time i have ever had a probelm is when the battery is running low then it takes longer to capture the image.
My warning is to watch what you buy from this vendor (Beach Camera's) they neglect to tell you that they ship via FED-EX and that they require a signature in order for you to receive the product and they are very unhelpful when you contact them.
War Survivor [Posted on 2007-11-30]
This little camera is an absolute champ. I purchased one before deploying to Iraq. I disarm Bombs for a living, so this camera has been exposed to a lot of over-pressure. I've been involved in Two direct hits from IEDs and while other electronics in my vehicle (some issued by the Army) couldn't handle the concussion inducing shock this guy has.
Oh yeah and besides taking abuse it takes amazingly detailed pictures.
Olympus Stylus 1000 [Posted on 2008-01-24]
I'm a remodeling contractor in northern California and I document all my projects from start to finish. I record the before, during and after conditions. This record of what is existing, what is in the walls and ceiling and under the floor have saved me on more than one occasion. The quality of 10 Megapixel CCD and image stabilization make it easy to get the qaulity I'm looking for. The fact that the camera is small and light weight makes it easy to fit in the shirt pocket when I need both my hands of other things. The all-weather construction helps to keep the camera in good working order for when I need it. The Quick Time movie mode has been helpful on several occasions. Oh, and a termite can almost fill the photograph, and boy does that make for an interesting conversation with a homeowner. Keep up the good work.
Don't Fall for the Temptation [Posted on 2008-02-29]
I bought this camera for my daughter to go to college with. I have had digital cameras since they first came out. Every child in my home has one and they have been reliable, until now.
I really liked this camera despite a few issues with image noise at higher ISOs. The weather resistance was especially enticing and the solid metal build of the camera was reassuring. Was I ever mistaken. The lens will fail to retract one day for you but will try to several times and then shut off with the lens still out. I sent mine in and the "tech" declared this to be "drop" damage and not eligible for warranty repair. After some discussion with customer service at the supervisor level, I was able to lower the cost of repair but not elimiate it. Now, two months later, the same problem has occurred again. I sent a message to Olympus about this and have heard nothing back from them.
My opinion? Olympus knows they have cheap components in this camera and refuse to acknowledge it because of liability. Shame on them for refusing to deal with me or even offer assistance. I even asked for a copy of the service manual so I could fix it myself since I am very handy that way. NO RESPONSE.
I have had many digital cameras in my home. We are not abusive with our cameras as I cannot stand irresponsibility in handling expensive items or other people's property. We have never had this happen in 10 years of owning digital cameras. My kids have grown up with them and are quite good at using them. Now this happens.
I've lost good money on this camera in it's less than one year of life and Olympus could care less.
Let me help you, be forewarned.
One Significant Drawback!! [Posted on 2008-10-06]
I have owned this camera for one year. I find the comments concerning blurred pictures puzzeling. In normal shooting situations such as daylight or when using the flash indoors the camera has provided exceptionally clear pictures and very excellent color reproduction. The one area that this camera fails is that it is very erratic when taking pictures in a dark enviornment such as a concert where there is low light but the subject is clearly visible to the naked eye. The camera's imaging system often shows a blurred image on the LCD and at times the picture taken is out of focus. It is not a function of subject movement as I have observed other people taking shots and their LCD view finder image is clear and crisp and the resulting pictures are much clearer then mine. It is a obvious short coming of this camera. I do find that if I shoot off a number of shots a few do come out very well, unfortunately, it's a crap shoot. All in all I enjoy using this camera overall and it has given me an incredible number of very excellent pictures.
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