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Olympus Stylus 1030 SW

Olympus Stylus 1030 SW
alaScore 88

650 reviews

May, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 650 reviews of Olympus Stylus 1030 SW. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the image quality and durability. The performance and portability are also mentioned favorably. Views about the energy efficiency and battery are different. There are some less positive comments about the storage and shutter.

usability, portability, performance, durability, image quality

memory, viewfinder, low-light, shutter, storage

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Olympus Stylus 1030 SW is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Olympus Stylus 1030 SW

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 117 user reviews of Olympus Stylus 1030 SW from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Comments about the reliability and durability are generally positive. The performance and portability are also mentioned favorably. Comments about the contrast and battery are different. There are some negative opinions about the memory.

usability, portability, performance, durability, reliability

memory

78% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Olympus Stylus 1030 SW

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 170 user reviews of Olympus Stylus 1030 SW from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Opinions about the performance and durability are on the whole positive. The portability and image quality also get good reviews, whereas comments are divided on the zoom. Some have doubts about the image stabilizer and shutter.

usability, image quality, portability, durability, performance

reliability, viewfinder, low-light, shutter, stabilizer

74% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by : Jamie Harrison (trustedreviews.com)

Olympus mju 1030 SW

 

Tough by name, tough by nature. We take a look at the new Olympus mju 1030 SW

Olympus has packed the camera with a whole bunch of features, including 24 scene modes, nicely illustrated in the menu with examples of the type of photography they are designed to deal with. This makes it a useful camera for those that aren't into...

Feb, 2011

Expert review by : * (techradar.com)

Olympus 1030 SW review

 

A great way to take great underwater pictures without getting a financial soaking

Unrivalled build quality ; Takes good pictures ; Impressive range of features ; Still manages to look stylish

Images can be quite noisy ; No image stabilisation

With its superb build quality, competent images and rugged good looks, the Olympus mju 1030 sw is a fantastic piece of kit. If you need a camera that can go anywhere (including the sea) and cope with a harsh environment, then this is the compact model...

Aug, 2008

Expert review by : Theano Nikitas (cnet.co.uk)

Olympus Stylus 1030 SW review

 

Olympus has some of the roughest and toughest cameras on the market, most notably the 10-megapixel Stylus 1030 SW, a compact, point-and-shoot camera that's rugged enough to outlast any contestant on Survivor. But you don't have to be exiled or an...

Rugged, sealed body that's waterproof, crushproof, shockproof, and freezeproof; solid build and design, onboard Guide for beginners; live preview.

Average image quality and performance.

Other cameras may deliver better image quality and performance, but none can survive the range of conditions that the Olympus 1030 SW was designed for.

Sep, 2008

Expert review by (stuff.tv)

Olympus Mju 1030 SW review

 

Olympus has taken things to extremes with the Mju 1030 SW. It isn't just rugged – it's super-sexy

A sexy snapper that can be taken to the extremes and still produce good snaps

Jun, 2008

Expert review by (stuff.tv)

Stuff magazine

 

Olympus has taken things to extremes with the Mju 1030 SW. It isn't just rugged – it's super-sexy

A sexy snapper that can be taken to the extremes and still produce good snaps

Jun, 2008

Expert review by : David Fearon (igizmo.co.uk)

Olympus mju 1030SW

 

If the usual suspects don't suit, a bit of ruggedness from Olympus might be just the ticket.

Old boots etc

Aug, 2008

Expert review by : Julie Easton (digicambuyer.co.uk)

Olympus µ-1030 SW

 

Before he started hanging around on railway sidings talking to the engines, Ringo Starr wanted to live under the sea. Or at least that's what he told us in his second-most famous Beatles song, Octopus's Garden.Like most rock stars, the drummer has many...

Jul, 2008

Expert review by (cameras.co.uk)

Olympus MJU 1030 SW

 

If I was looking for a tough, hard to break digital camera I would buy the Olympus MJU 1030 SW. You can take it just about anywhere and do just about anything with it. It fits into a pocket and takes a decent snap. It does more or less exactly what it...

Waterproof and shockproof - looks good

There is nothing that really stands out

"The MJU 1030 SW is a tremendously tough and rugged camera. It is small enough to slip into a pocket and takes a good snap shot too. This camera is well worth considering if you are looking for a robust, take anywhere camera."

May, 2008

Expert review by (photoxels.com)

Olympus Stylus 1030 SW Review

 

This camera is targeted to Point-and-Shoot photographers, has 10.1MP resolution and a 3.6x optical zoom. AUTO and 24 Scene Modes simplify shooting, and more advanced photographers can also switch to the Programmed AE (P) mode which provides control...

May, 2008

Expert review by (digicamreview.co.uk)

Olympus Mju Stylus 1030SW

 

The Olympus Mju Stylus 1030SW is an ultra compact digital camera with a tough outer shell, not only do you get a 10 megapixel camera, but you get one that can survive the harshest conditions.

Very good image quality ; Good wide angle 3.6x optical zoom lens ; Excellent 2.7" screen - works well in bright sunlight ; Very robust compact metal body ; Crushproof, Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof, Scratchproof, Dust resistant body ; Excellent...

If you want a rugged digital camera then this is it - it's probably the toughest digital camera currently available. If you have children who want to play with all your toys, but you don't want to worry about them breaking them, then this camera is...

May, 2008

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