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Olympus C-5050 Digital Camera

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Performance
Overall rating83
Image quality: To gauge picture quality, we take a series of shots, with and without flash, at 640 by 480 resolution and at the camera's highest resolution. We photograph a complex still life and a mannequin to see how well each camera captures details and subtle colorings such as skin tones. A panel of judges reviews the on-screen and printed photos and assigns image-quality scores; we then average those scores.Outstanding
Ease of useVery good
FeaturesVery good
Maximum effective pixels/resolution5 megapixels at 3200 by 2400
Bundled media32MB XD-Picture Card; also accepts SmartMedia card and CompactFlash media
Focal range (35mm equivalent)35mm to 105mm
Aperture rangef1.8 to f8
Shutter speed range (seconds)16 seconds to 1/2000 second
ViewfindersOptical viewfinder, 1.8-inch LCD display
Video / audio recordingYes/Yes
Semi-automatic/manual modesFour scene modes; aperture-priority, shutter-priority, manual modes; manual focus
Optional lensesWide-angle and telephoto
SoftwareOlympus Camedia Master 4.0
Battery scoreGood
Battery life372 shots, 130 minutes
Battery typeFour rechargeable NiMH
Dimensions and weight4.5 by 2.7 by 3.1 inches; 17.3 ounces
Support policy scoreGood
Support policiesOne-year parts and labor warranty; toll-free support for 13 hours on weekdays
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User Reviews for Olympus C-5050 Digital Camera

  • Reviewed by: honeill

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Spectacular photos, even for a novice. Built-in flash pics are unusually good and crisp.

    Weaknesses: Batteries must be removed to recharge. Instruction manual is very weak.

    Overall Evaluation: Battery door broke early in the camera's life. Had to travel around Italy with the battery door held closed by everybody's favorite, duct tape. Olympus has had the camera for more that 8 weeks and is charging more than $250 to repair.

  • Reviewed by: negene

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Outstanding picture quality. Perfect Windows XP compatibility. Takes AA batteries. Takes most popular media cards.

    Weaknesses: Battery life could be longer.

    Overall Evaluation: This is my first digital camera. I am totaly pleased with the performance of this camera. Software included is OK but I prefer the XP program. Great for panorama shots right on down to portraits and close ups.

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