Photoradar.com Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:19
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Looking for a way to take great underwater pictures without the financial soaking? This tough compact could be the answerIf you were to drop a DSLR into a stream it would be toast...
With its superb build quality, competent images and rugged good looks, the Olympus mju 1030 sw is a fantastic piece of kit. If you need a camera that can go anywhere (including the sea) and cope with a harsh environment, then this is the compact model...
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practicalphotography.com Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:20
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Worried about knocks and scratches on your holiday compact? Fear not, the Olympus Mju 1030 SW is crushproof up to 100kg and even has a scratch-proof metal body just to emphasise its street-tough credentials...
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igizmo.co.uk Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:24
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If the usual suspects don’t suit, a bit of ruggedness from Olympus might be just the + Tough, tough, tough- Quality isn’t ideal; you pay for the toughnessOlympus is pretty canny and wisely hasn’t gone head-on with Nikon, Canon and Sony with the 1030SW...
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techradar.com Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:25
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If you were to drop a DSLR into a stream it would be toast. So if youre thinking of journeying into a steamy jungle or snorkelling in a tiger-infested mangrove swamp, you might want to use something a bit tougher and lighter.In the past, waterproof ca...
Unrivalled build quality, Takes good pictures, Impressive range of features, Still manages to look stylish...
Images can be quite noisy, No image stabilisation...
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digicambuyer.co.uk Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:25
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Before he started hanging around on railway sidings talking to the engines, Ringo Starr wanted to live under the sea. Or at least that's what he told us in his second-most famous Beatles song, Octopus's Garden.Like most rock stars, the drummer has ma...
picturesWaterproof...
ISO noise, Cant see the screen underwater, Fill flash comes on too often...
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EISA.eu Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:25
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The Olympus µ 1030SW is one of the most interesting compact cameras of recent years. The camera combines good photographic performance with physical endurance in a variety of everyday situations. It is water resistant as well as shock or drop resistan...
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T3.com Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:25
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Waterproof to 100m, crushproof to 100kg., shockproof to 2m and 100 percent proof if you marinate it in sambuca, the Mju 1030 is the camera that refuses to die. It survived submersion in water, the full force of our ample body weight and even a spell...
Rock hard body, Excellent camera...
Not exactly a fashion winner...
Like a heavily armed psychopath with a photography degree, this snapper is as hard as nails, yet takes a beautiful picture...
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Announced on the 22nd of January 2008, the Olympus Mju Stylus 1030SW is Olympus latest ultra compact "tough" digital camera - its designed to withstand the elements, and is waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof, crushproof, dustproof, scratchproof, and...
Very good image quality Good wide angle 3.6x optical zoom lens Excellent 2.7" screen - works well in bright sunlight Very robust compact metal body Crushproof, Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof, Scratchproof, Dust resistant body Excellent macro mode...
Lacks orientation sensor Lacks manual / custom white balance Real optical image stabilisation would be nice (and useful in videos) Slow flash recharge time (unless youre using the continuous shooting mode) Red-eye in group photos...
If you want a rugged digital camera then this is it - its probably the toughest digital camera currently available. If you have children who want to play with all your toys, but you dont want to worry about them breaking them, then this camera is per...
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The Olympus MJU 1030 SW stands out from the crowd. This is a tough, almost unbreakable camera. It is drop proof, crushproof, waterproof and freeze proof too. It is small enough to fit into a pocket. It has 10 megapixels and a 3.6x wide angle lens. Why...
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hereshow.ca Updated: 2011-11-08 14:18:41
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At first glance, the 10.1-megapixel Stylus 1030 SW looks just like a standard digital still camera. If you look at the spec sheet, youll realize that it features a wide-angle lens: a rarity in point-and-shoot cameras, and unheard-of in waterproof mode...
Rugged construction, Highresolution images, Wideangle zoom lens...
Hobbled highquality video, Noisy images at higher ISO...
the Stylus 1030 SW is a solid multipurpose camera, either in the water or on dry land. Its only real shortcoming is hobbled high-resolution video capability, but thats not likely to deter photographers whose primary interest is still images. Because...
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We get our hands on Olympus’s newest additions to the mju range, including one with a 7x optical zoom and one waterproof to 10 metres. The market for compact digital cameras is a busy place, and Olympus’s two new 10.1 megapixel models wil...
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Olympus Tough 1030SW doesnt take massive leaps ahead of its predecessors, but it does introduce a few minor improvements and remains a good choice for users after a unit that can take more than its fair share of punishment.
Waterproof to 10m, shockproof from 2m, snow- and crush-proof, fairly sharp images, low noise levels...
Colour issues, chromatic aberration problems, slow burst mode The Final Word Olympus Tough 1030SW doesnt take massive leaps ahead of its predecessors, but it does introduce a few minor improvements and remains a good choice for users after a unit tha...
Olympus Tough 1030SW doesnt take massive leaps ahead of its predecessors, but it does introduce a few minor improvements and remains a good choice for users after a unit that can take more than its fair share of punishment.
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Available in black or silver, the Mju 1030 SW is the first in the Tough series with a 10-megapixel image sensor. Waterproof to 10 metres, it is also capable of withstanding a drop of two metres and can tolerate temperatures down to -10 degrees Celsiu...
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It hardly seems five minutes since we were singing the praises of the last ruggedised Olympus camera, and now the toughest of them all has come bouncing and swimming its way through a remote jungle and into our paws.While previous Olympus SW models hav...
Almost unbreakable. Stylish. Simple to use...
No image stabiliser. Noisy high-ISO shots...
A sexy snapper that can be taken to the extremes and still produce good snaps...
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Want a camera that can take more punishment than you? Olympus's latest mju Tough model can cope with water (lots of it) shocks sub-zero temperatures and high loads. Yes but can it take good pictures? Paul Burrows finds out.For most professional photograph...
Olympus's 1030SW combines ruggedness with some useful features – such as the 28-102mm zoom – which make it a very practical take-anywhere compact camera. The protection features are real rather than just hype, but the Olympus also looks great into the bar...
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Right upfront, scuba divers will adore the new 10-megapixel Olympus Stylus 1030 SW. This new top-of-the-line model in Olympus' SW (Shock & Waterproof) series was introduced in January of 2008 as part of the company's announcement of nine new consumer c...
Attractively styled sports and outdoor camera, Real diving possible with 33 feet depth limit, Inherent waterproofing provides peace of mind when handling in/around water, Can survive 6.6foot drops and 14 degree temperature!, Superb wide viewingangle, highres 2.7inch LCD, Precapture movie mode, microSD adapter included, 3.6X 28102mm optical zoom allows wide angle shooting, Very good underwater m...
Strictly point & shoot, Small mode wheel hard to read underwater, Overzealous underwater depth warnings, Tiny gray on silver labels difficult to read, LCD not always bright enough for underwater viewability, Elegant metal body can get scratched, Integrated automatic lens cover can get clogged and stuck, Included wrist strap does not tighten around wrist...
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The Olympus Stylus 1030SW, hands down has got to be one of the funnest, and most reliable digital camera I have ever owned. Land or sea, this 10.1MP digital camera will take spectacular pictures. The Olympus Stylus 1030SWLand or SeaLast year when I to...
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It almost seems as if with each day that passes there is a new, high-tech and unbelievably cool looking digital camera on the market. Olympus has decided to throw their hat into the ring with their one-of-a-kind Stylus 1030 SW compact digital camera. T...
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Here it is, I’ve published my review of the Olympus Stylus 1030SW, a very solid point-and-shoot camera that’s water, shock, crush and freeze proof. Does it take good pictures? Hit the link and find out! I’ve also posted the Olympus Stylus 1030SW photo...
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consumerelectronicsnet.com Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:20
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Compact digital cameras are easy to use, output excellent quality images, and are loaded with features that can enhance the users photographic capabilities. One thing that many compact digital cameras are not, as with most personal electronic devices...
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thebuzzmedia.com Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:20
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Over the past few years I have burned through a couple of digital cameras, demolishing them to a pile of plastic and circuitry because of my active and outdoor lifestyle. I was ecstatic when I came across this camera, and picked it up on Amazon for a t...
Overall I am very happy with the camera, it makes a great pocket multi-use camera suitable for many occasions. And hopefully it will be the last one I buy for a while.CostIf you watch the sales you can pick it up on amazon for just under $300. MSRP is...
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The Olympus Stylus 1030 SW is the latest top-of-the-line offering in the Olympus Stylus SW waterproof and shockproof digital camera line. Olympus has made a lot of improvements to the Stylus SW cameras since we reviewed the original 720 SW. Most obviou...
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Through almost two months of testing, the rugged and waterproof Olympus Stylus 1030SW ($399 list) prevailed, despite sand and salt water from various Long Island beaches, multiple raucous pool parties, and a number of 90-degree-plus days with high hu...
Rugged and waterproof. Takes underwater pictures and video. Terrific image quality.
Significant shutter lag and long recycle times between shots. Uses xD-Picture Cards, which are limited to 2GB storage. (Can use microSD cards too but requires an adapter to do so.)...
The tough, waterproof Olympus Stylus 1030SW takes terrific pictures in practically any situation including treacherous weather or terrain, but if youre looking for speed, you may be disappointed by significant shutter lag and recycle times...
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The Olympus Stylus 1030 SW is a fine underwater camera that can do more than any other device in this review. If you\'re looking for something with superior video capture though, this probably isn\'t for you...
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The Olympus 1030 SW is both a treat and a disappointment. We love the idea of a camera we can mistreat in a wide range of difficult shooting situations without having to worry about babying our gear. Its small and portable enough to go where an SLR w...
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Price: $649Claim to fame: Deepest diving compactMade for: Watersports lovers and klutzesDL low-down: This is a Michelle Yeoh - tough as nails yet so manicured. The size of a pack of playing cards, the µ1030W is one camera you can seriously chuck about:...
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How one rates the Olympus Stylus 1030SW depends on how you view it. If you view it as an ultra-compact camera, its average, at best. However, your typical ultra-compact cant take nearly the beating that the 1030SW can. It can be dropped, dunked in w...
Good exposure and color, Ultrarugged, "everythingproof" body, Wideangle, 28 102 mm lens, Snappy performance, Large, sharp 2.7" LCD display with good low light visibility, Tons of scene modes, Handy Shadow Adjustment and Perfect Shot Prev...
Soft images with heavy noise reduction and substantial blurring around the edges of the frame, Redeye a problem (but at least you can remove it later), Lens is on the "slow" side, No manual controls, Poor white balance performance in the stud...
How one rates the Olympus Stylus 1030SW depends on how you view it. If you view it as an ultra-compact camera, its average, at best. However, your typical ultra-compact cant take nearly the beating that the 1030SW can. It can be dropped, dunked in wa...
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It hardly seems five minutes since we were singing the praises of the last ruggedised Olympus camera, and now the toughest of them all has come bouncing and swimming its way through a remote jungle and into our paws.While previous Olympus SW models hav...
Almost unbreakable. Stylish. Simple to use...
No image stabiliser. Noisy high-ISO shots...
A sexy snapper that can be taken to the extremes and still produce good snaps...
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infosyncworld.com Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:25
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The Olympus Stylus 1030 SW is tougher than a Chuck Norris roundhouse. Find out why in our in-depth review.
Tough as Conan the Barbarian; possibly tougher. Cool little mode-wheel on back. Helpful panorama modes.
Clumsy interface. Only supports xD and microSD. Making features proprietary to Olympus xD cards is underhanded. Image quality poor for this price range.
The Olympus Stylus 1030 SW isnt about taking magazine-quality pictures. Its about dragging it through 14-degree weather, 30-feet of water and then accidentally dropping it, all without concern for its survival. If the cameras durability meets a sp...
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photoxels.com Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:25
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This camera is targeted to Point-and-Shoot photographers, has 10.1MP resolution and a 3.6x optical zoom. AUTO and 24 Scene Modes simplify shooting, and more advanced photographers can also switch to the Programmed AE (P) mode which provides control ove...
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The 10.1 megapixel is ready to go just about everywhere you want to go with a camera. This rugged camera can handle the elements and can still look good enough for a night out on the town. (view large image) And even if your night out on the town m...
The Olympus Stylus 1030 SW definitely has the rugged qualities needed to fulfill its mission. If you need a waterproof, shockproof, coldproof, and crush-proof camera, it absolutely fits the bill and it even looks good doing it. Operationally, the came...
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maclife.com Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:25
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Boil it, mash it, stick it in a stew: The Stylus just won’t break. Durable cameras aren’t just for jittery, extreme-drink-guzzling kids. Sure, they’re the sort who would take a camera surfing or drop it down a skate ramp. But these sol...
Water-, shock-, cold-proof housing leads to creative photos. Looks like a regular camera versus one in a bulky case. Snaps images almost precisely with shutter button.
Mediocre image quality has more noise than detail. Hard to see the screen in bright light. Flash doesn’t light image edges along with a center subject.
The Stylus 1030 SW leads to creative, always-ready photos in rainstorms, ski trips, or just gazing up from a beer mug. A fragile camera can’t get many of those images, but the 1030 SW’s photo quality might make you wish it could...
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whatdigitalcamera.com Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:25
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Since its emergence a little over a year ago Olympus’ SW series has managed to combine Shock, Water and Crush proofing within a shell that has a certain industrial charm and is by no means cumbersome. The 1030SW is referred to as ‘lif...
lsquo;Lifeproofing’, design, noise control...
A touch expensive, white balance, fringing...
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Neocamera.com Updated: 2011-09-23 00:49:25
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Review Introduction The Olympus Stylus 1030SW is a rugged ultra-compact digital camera like no other. Its rugged exterior can be submerged 10 meters under water, dropped from up to 2 meters onto concrete, frozen to -10C and withstand pressure up to 20...
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The Olympus Mju 1030 SW is the latest addition to Olympus ever-growing range of shockproof and waterproof digital cameras. Waterproof to a depth of 10m and shockproof against falls to 2m, the metal-bodied mju 1030 SW should survive pretty much anyth...
Though youll find some good deals online, youre not going to buy an Olympus Mju 1030 SW unless you also buy into its exterior toughness – as its obviously costing you a little extra over similarly specified competitors. At a time when a lot of riva...
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This fast and durable camera can take a pounding in all sorts of conditions and can snap good-looking pictures.
Rugged yet sleek design, Simple interface, Speedy performance, Records smooth video...
No optical image stabilization, Reds and pinks sometimes appear muted, Flash sometimes overwhelms low-light shots...
You don’t have to climb Mt. Olympus to appreciate the 1030 SW. Its durability and ability to capture sharp photos in a wide variety of shooting conditions makes it a versatile camera for travelers and thrill-seekers alike.
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The original mju range was Olympus' flagship film compact and offered weatherproof protection. That was transferred to digital cameras, after overcoming the problem of heat dissipation from the electronics and sensor, with the launch of the mju 300. Olymp...
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Video Review: Alright, put that Hi8 camcorder away, stop listening to those cassette tapes and for the love of Blu-ray, hide that Betamax player!There’s no reason to hang on to technology from the 80’s (or the 90’s for that matter). We understand, year...
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This tough little point-and-shoot camera can withstand conditions -- and handling -- that would wreak havoc with other cameras. The Olympus Stylus 1030SW also offers a nice selection of features that are helpful for novices and snapshooters. You wont...
Compact, attractive design, Rugged build, Waterproof, Freeze proof, Crushproof, Shockproof, Submersible to 33 feet with no time limits, Special underwater scene modes, 28mm wide-angle optical zoom, Macro illumination lamp, Face Detection, 2.7-inch LCD...
External control identifiers difficult to read, Image noise even at low ISO, Chromatic aberration, Soft images, Face Detection buried in main menu, Image quality not as good as "non-rugged" competition, Poor autofocus system, No manual apertu...
This tough little point-and-shoot camera can withstand conditions -- and handling -- that would wreak havoc with other cameras. The Olympus Stylus 1030SW also offers a nice selection of features that are helpful for novices and snapshooters. You wont...
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buy-n-shoot.com Updated: 2014-01-19 07:39:22
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Slightly larger than a pack of cards, the Olympus Tough 1030SW feels reassuringly solid. With a stainless steel case, it is designed to be water resistant up to a depth of ten meters and survive being dropped from two meters, crushed by 100 kg or e...
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Designed for adventurers users worldwide, Olympus has unleashed the 10.1-megapixel Stylus 1030 SW, the toughest point-and-shoot camera in the world. This shockproof, waterproof, freezeproof, crushproof and dustproof model builds on the Olympus Stylus S...
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