Olympus µ THOUGH-3000

alaTest has collected and analyzed 284 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the water proof and image quality. The low light performance and zoom also get good feedback, but the viewfinder and battery get less positive reviews. Reviews are divided on the usability.

responsiveness, zoom, low-light, image quality, water proof

performance, shutter, features, battery, viewfinder

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Olympus µ THOUGH-3000 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Olympus Tough-3000

 

There are a wide variety of cameras – from superzooms to point and shoot to cameras that even survive harsh torrential weather. Oh well, that might be a bit of exaggeration but there are a handful that can be carried along when scuba diving or in the...

The Olympus Tough-3000 might not be the best among the point and shoot cameras but performs decently well in comparison to other mid-range cameras. That apart it does have a much superior build that can take quite a beating as well as survive sub zero...

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Olympus Stylus Tough-3000

 

All in all, the Olympus STYLUS TOUGH-3000 digital camera can be judged as a high-end consumer performance camera. The camera need not be handled with utmost care since it features a waterproof, freeze-proof, and shockproof camera body. This model is...

Rugged- waterproof, freeze-proof, and shockproofFeatured- TruePic III Image Processor, plenty of enhancementsAffordable- great price for a high-end consumer digital cameraCompact- perfect size for any pocket, purse, or camping bag

Beatable- tough contender but still beatable in vast market

The Olympus STYLUS TOUGH-3000 is one of the several TOUGH-series cameras...

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Olympus Stylus Tough 3000 Review

 

The waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof Olympus Stylus Tough 3000 can handle almost any adverse condition.

Good image, color quality ; Waterproof ; Shock resistant

Below average shutter lag and AF acquisition times ; Below average battery life

Image quality is good and the one-button video capture is a definite advantage considering the places and activities where the camera may see use. Shutter lag and AF acquisition times could be better but are not fatal. Battery life may be problematic...

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Olympus Stylus Tough-3000

 

You know that feeling you get when you lost 200 bucks in a bet ..... What's exactly how I feel shortly after purchacing this toy camera. My girl friend needed a waterpoof camera for a trip to Mexico. This was a last minute buy before te mall closes,...

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Amazon review summary for the Olympus µ THOUGH-3000

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 55 user reviews of the Olympus µ THOUGH-3000 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

value for money, portability, design, usability, zoom

performance, battery, shutter, responsiveness

55% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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This thing is awesome! Love it!

 

Great little camera! Easy to adjust all settings and I love the auto multi picture for moving objects setting! The camera sped up the number of pictures it was taking of my dog and horses as they move in order to not take any blurry pictures! Because...

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Great for the price - waterproof & shock

 

We have four Olympus Tough cameras. We carry them in our pockets without protective cases. The heavier sylus Tough 8000 has a metal case and a protective cover that slides over the lens (my personal camera). The 3000 series is lighter but does not have...

Easy to Use ; Good Battery Life ; Great Resolution ; Large Clear LCD ; Small / Compact ; Water resistance

Lag / Shutter Delay ; No protective lens cover

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Leakproof Claim Doesn't Hold Water

 

I purchased this camera 11 months ago and used it with zero problems in and out of water with great results. I followed all instructions to the letter for maintenance including rinsing salt water from the camera. On a trip to BVI this past December the...

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Great camera

 

Product arrived in a timely manner, well packaged, better that described. Like new condition with all cables , battery, & memory card and owners manual. Absolutely no complaints. Highly recommend this seller. GOOD JOB !!!!

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Good for the Average User

 

The Olympus Stylus Tough is a good camera for the average person. It takes good stills images, but sometimes it will focus on the wrong thing. The video is good, since it shoots in 720p HD. It does have auto focus, but lags on occasion. The audio for...

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Product Specifications

FE-3000 are compact digital cameras designed to make it easy for anyone to shoot, view and delete images without having to refer to the instruction manual or struggle with complicated settings. The user simply sets the mode dial to "i-AUTO" and Intelligent Auto takes over, analyzing the imaged scene to determine its type and applying optimum settings automatically. Thanks to Intelligent Auto, users can relax and take pictures without worrying about selecting the right type of scene or setting. Even in conditions that conventional auto modes find difficult to handle, Intelligent Auto easily finds the right mode. The advanced Face Detection function detects up to 16 individual faces and adjusts focus and exposure appropriately for more convenience. Lightweight and portable, with a slim, stylish design available in a choice of elegant colors, these fun, easy-to-use digital cameras can accompany the user anywhere for easy shooting anytime.

Audio Input

Microphone Operation Mode:Mono
Microphone Technology:Electret condenser
Type:Microphone

Battery

Battery Form Factor:Manufacturer specific
Manufacturer Battery Name:Olympus LI-42B

Camera Flash

Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Type:Built-in flash

Digital Camera

Digital Camera Type:Compact
Supported Flash Memory:SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:0.9in
Height:2.6in
Weight:4.4oz
Width:3.8in

Display (Projector)

Diagonal Size:2.7in
Diagonal Size (metric):6.9cm
Display Form Factor:Built-in
Technology:TFT active matrix
Type:LCD display

Exposure Parameters

Shooting Programs:Landscape / Portrait mode / Beach/snow / Self-portrait / Pet / Fireworks / Night scene / Sports mode / Sunset / Indoor / Cuisine / Candle / Night scene with portrait / Documents

Flash Memory

Form Factor:Integrated
Storage Capacity:1GB

Header

Manufacturer:Olympus
Model:Tough 3000
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Olympus Stylus

Lens System

Lens Aperture:F/3.5-5.1
Max Focal Length:18.2mm
Min Focal Length:5mm
Optical Zoom:3.6
Type:Zoom lens

Miscellaneous

Color:Blue/Green/Pink/Red
Microsoft Certification:Compatible with Windows 7
Underwater Use: Yes

Optical Sensor

Optical Sensor Size:1/2.3 / 1/2.3"
Optical Sensor Size (metric):11 mm ( 1/2.3 ) / 11 mm ( 1/2.3" )
Optical Sensor Type:CCD
Sensor Resolution:12Megapixel

Optical System

Built-in Optical Image Stabilizer: Yes
Image Stabilizer:Optical

Storage Floppy Drive

Type: None

Video Input

Digital Video Format:MPEG-4
Digital Zoom:5
Face Detection: Yes
ISO (Max):1600
Light Sensitivity:ISO 100 / ISO 800 / ISO 400 / ISO 200 / ISO 64 / ISO 1600 / ISO auto
Shooting Modes:Frame movie mode
Special Effects:Black & White / Sepia / Fisheye / Sketch / Pop Art / Pin Hole
Still Image Format:JPEG
Type:Digital camera

Viewfinder

Viewfinder Type: None
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