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Olympus SZ-10

Olympus SZ-10
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alaScore 86

240 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 240 reviews of Olympus SZ-10. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Comments about the performance and portability are generally positive. The zoom and image quality also get good feedback. The color and durability get mixed comments, while many are less positive about the viewfinder and image stabilizer.

usability, image quality, zoom, portability, performance

stabilizer , viewfinder

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Olympus SZ-10 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 86/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Olympus SZ-10

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 42 user reviews of Olympus SZ-10 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the performance and price. The portability and image quality are also mentioned favorably. Opinions are divided on the battery. The color and lens get critical opinions.

usability, image quality, portability, price, performance

durability, lens, color

86% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Olympus SZ-10

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 39 user reviews of Olympus SZ-10 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the performance and portability. The price and image quality also get good feedback, whereas comments about the focus and reliability are different.

zoom, image quality, price, portability, performance

90% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : William Chambers (steves-digicams.com)

Olympus SZ-10 Review

 

The Olympus SZ-10 is a competitive super-zoom camera in the sub $300 category. With easy to use exposure options, good shooting performance, and pleasing image quality in various shooting conditions, the SZ-10 is one to consider. Read more in our Full...

Nice compact body ; Versatile 18x optical zoom ; Dual IS ; Captures pleasing 14-megapixel photos in most conditions ; Plethora of easy to use exposure modes ; 8 Magic Filter modes for fun with stills and video ; Dedicated video record button for...

iAuto had some issues indoors ; ISO 800 and 1600 show a good amount of noise ; Red-eye in most of our indoor portraits ; Average HD video quality ; No manual exposure options

The Olympus SZ-10 is a competitive super-zoom camera in the sub $300 category. With easy to use exposure options, good shooting performance, and pleasing image quality in various shooting conditions, the SZ-10 is one to consider. Read more in our

Sep, 2011
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Expert review by : Zoltan Arva-Toth (photographyblog.com)

Olympus SZ-10 Review

 

The Olympus SZ-10 is a pocketable 14-megapixel travelzoom camera offering 18x optical zoom, mechanical image stabilisation, HD movie capture, in-camera panorama stitching and a range of “Magic Filters”. Like a number of other recent compact cameras...

As the most affordable offering in Olympus' new line up of pocket-sized travelzoom cameras, the Olympus SZ-10 mates a whopping 18x zoom lens to a decidedly compact camera body. Its small yet effective hand-grip, faster-than-average lens and mechanical...

Aug, 2011
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Expert review by : Barrie Smith (digital-photography-school.com)

Olympus SZ-10 Review

 

And on they come! Compact maxi zoom digicams.

This one has an 18x optical zoom, equating to a 28-504mm lens as 35 SLR equivalent, As I've said before, try to fit out a DSLR with an 18x zoom and you hit a brick wall!

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com.au)

Olympus SZ-10

 

The SZ-10 boasts an 18x optical zoom in a compact body and has some fun features to appeal to photographers.

Via CNET

Feb, 2011
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Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Olympus SZ-10 Digital Camera Review

 

Daniel Bell reviews the Olympus SZ-10, a super zoom digital camera available for less than �150.00.

Rubber grips on front and back; Minimum focus distance of just 1cm; High-speed shooting at 10 fps; Good detail in images

No optical zoom with sound in videos

Aug, 2011
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Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung WB700

 

Daniel Bell compares two 18x optical zoom cameras, the Olympus SZ-10 and Samsung WB700.

Rubber grips; Lower price than the WB700; Panoramic shooting; 3D mode; High-speed shooting is faster and at higher resolution; More detail in images; 1cm close focusing distance; Optical zoom with sound during video recording; Zoom extended to 24x...

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Consumer review (tigerdirect.com)

Not as good as described

 

I bought the Olympus SZ-10 to replace a damaged camera. However, I was surprised about the quality of camera I received. Although the camera is solid and compact, the quality of the pictures is way below what I would expect from a 14 mp camera. The...

Apr, 2012
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Consumer review (tigerdirect.com)

excallent zoom terrible lag time between shots

 

Great features, but horrible lag time between pictures. Neat effects with fish eye and panorama, nice and lightweight.

Nov, 2011
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Consumer review (cameraworld.com)

Best Camera Ever!!

 

This camera takes beautiful photos. Once you give the quick start guide a go-over, the camera is easy to use. lots of functions to try. haven't tried the 3D yet, but look forward to while going on vacation. I would definitely recommend this product to...

Easy To Use ; Fast/accurate auto-focus ; Good Image Quality ; Good Image Stabilization ; Good in Low Light ; Great Zoom ; Large Clear LCD ; Nice Body Color ; Short Lag Time ; Small / Compact ; Uploads-quick and easy

May, 2012
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Consumer review (staples.com)

Great Camera

 

I just purchased the camera, * haven't really used it, just to play with it. Still figuring it out

Easy to Use,Fast Shutter Speed,Good Battery Life,Good in Low Light,Great Resolution,Great Zoom,Large Clear LCD,Small \/ Compact

Jan, 2012
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