A little pricey, but worth it
Written: Sep 21 '03
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Pros: all-weather, easy to remember (or work out) software command tree, good flash & controls
Cons: battery life, shutter lag noticeable.
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| rhkennerly's Full Review: Olympus Stylus 400 Digital Camera |
Not my first digital camera, but I wish it had been (it's always the cheap man who pays the most).
Easy to tote around, weather proof and rugged, I carry it with me more than any camera I've ever owned. My Pentax SLR rig has been gathering dust since I bought the D400.
The layout of buttons & controls is intelligent and the software's command tree easy to remember (or puzzle out), even for occasional users. I don't think a camera or controls can get much smaller and be easy for a guy with big hands to use.
I opted for the D400 over the somewhat more compact Canon Elph (sp?) series because of the Olympus' better flash, stronger (farther reach) and more versatile settings.
The (optional) 256 MB xD card (all about the size of a quarter) stores 266 pix at resolutions suitable to print a 4 x 6 inch photo. The included 16 MB xD card stores about 20 pix at the same resolution (I think I see a pattern here). Included software a bit basic but easy to use, includes a USB cable for the computer.
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Amount Paid (US$): 420
This Camera is a Good Choice if You Want Something... Flexible Enough for Enthusiasts
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