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Digital camera - 6.0 Mpix - optical zoom: 3 x - supported memory: xD, xD Type H, xD Type M More product details

$286.00

Solid image quality ; robust burst mode ; simple operation ; bounty of scene modes (cnet.com)

Inexpensive ; accurate color and exposure ; light, slim body ; comfortable to operate (macworld.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Olympus FE-120

We have collected and analyzed 23 expert reviews and 159 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 68/100 and users rate it 80/100. The average review date is August 1, 2006. We have compared these reviews to 555063 reviews from other Digital Compact Cameras. The alaScore™ for this product is 85/100 = Very good. Last update: November 21, 2009.

alaSCORE 85

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182 reviews

November, 2009

68 / 100

23 Experts

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80 / 100

159 Users

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Expert Reviews (23)

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Review summary for the Olympus FE-120

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 182 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the contrast. The menu also impresses, but many are less positive about the resolution.

Contrast, Menu, Glare, Interface

Resolution, Performance, Lens, Memory

Experts rate this product 68/100 and users 80/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras, the Olympus FE-120 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very Godd quality.

alaSCORE 85

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Olympus FE-120

By David D. Busch (cnet.com)

Solid image quality ; robust burst mode ; simple operation ; bounty of scene modes

No manual controls ; slow autofocus ; long shutter lag ; LCD difficult to view in bright light ; motion-picture clips limited to 320x240

The Olympus FE-120 offers decent 6-megapixel picture quality and a capable burst mode, but its lack of manual controls makes it strictly a snapshooter's mainstay.

Design of Olympus FE-120The solid, silver-textured Olympus FE-120 weighs 7...

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Olympus FE-120 camera

By Richard Baguley (macworld.com)

In the end, the Olympus FE-120 will appeal mostly to people who are happy with automatic modes. Experienced photographers would likely find the lack of manual controls frustrating.

Inexpensive ; accurate color and exposure ; light, slim body ; comfortable to operate

Images a little soft ; small, low-resolution LCD screen ; no manual controls ; no video out for TV viewing

The FE-120's case resembles a bar of soap, with rounded edges and recessed buttons. At just over 1.4 inches thick, it's slim enough to fit into a coat pocket or handbag, and at just over 5 ounces, it won't weigh you down. Its 3X zoom lens telescopes ...

Macworld's buying adviceThe Olympus FE-120 is a low-cost camera that delivers...

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60100

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User Reviews (159)

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Olympus FE-120

By Sunflare98 (cnet.com)

I've had this camera for over a year and really love it as an all-around picture taker. It takes...

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Olympus FE-120

By Skimmy25 (cnet.com)

I love this camera. it was my second. My first camera the Polariod PCDC 5070 did not possess...

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Olympus FE-120

By cheaty112 (cnet.com)

This was my second camera I have purchased prior to the Kodak EasyShare C300. Overall, this is a...

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Manufacturer's Description

Combining 6.0 million pixels and ease of use, the FE-120 is ideal as an introductory digital camera for those on a budget - but who want more than just the basics. The large 4.6cm LCD monitor makes it easy to frame the shots you want, while 16 scene modes and a movie recording function let you experiment.

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