Tag : cg date, olympus stylus, epic qd, 35mm camera
 |  Company : Olympus List Price : $119.99 Amazon Price : Used Price : Average customer review :  |
Accessoies
- FujiFilm Super HQ 200 Speed 48 exp Film (2 Pack)
- Kodak High Definition 400 Speed 24 Exposure Film (3-Pack)
- FujiFilm Superia 110 200 Speed Film (2 Pack)
- Kodak Gold Max 400 Speed 24 Exposure 35mm Film (4 Pack)
- Lowepro Z20 Pouch (Black)
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Features
- Active type multi-beam autofocus system
- Fully automatic operation
- Intelligent variable-power flash
- Spot Mode provides pinpoint exposure accuracy
- Bright, 0.45X real-image viewfinder
Product Description
35mm lens / AutoFocus and AutoExposure system / Integrated Self-timer / Electronic Flash / Quartz Date / Uses 35mm Film 0.45x real-image viewfinder Multimode flash with automatic color balance Selectable Quartz Date features marks time or date picture was taken Built-in self-timer mode (a wireless optional remote control may be added for shutter control up to 16 feet away from the camera) Durable all-weather construction resists heat, rain and snow Requires CR123A battery (not included) Uses 35mm film (requires additional purchase) Champagne gold finishCustomer reviews
pictures say everything 
i don't remember a lot about this camera - but when i look at the pictures in the album i see good quality, very clear images even of the fast (show jumping) movements. I remember that it "died" when switch on-off by opening-clothing the lid stopped working and lens didn't "hide inside". but may be real reason was some dirt in it, it was with me everywhere. later remembering this camera dad bought newer version (same mechanism of switch on-off and still works)
Very Good Within Its' Limitations, could use more manual controls, but Spot Meter helps!
I stand by MOST of my old review, BUT after using the Epic a bit more, I've found that the Spot Metering is a good workaround for some of the camera's shutter-priority programming. Put that Spot meter to careful use, and you can get more depth-of-field and less flash use. Also, after days of heavy rain recently here in California, the Weather Resistant features are nice, too. This camera really IS a great value!
OLD REVIEW:
I'd suggest finding an old Olympus XA in good condition instead of this mostly pre-programmed techno-cam, although it does have a sharp lens..and it's very small and light too. But the autofocus is a little touchy, and it wants to shoot at f2.8 in any kind of even slightly low light. With the XA, you can choose any aperture(or ISO!)you want, and the lens is even sharper..of course, you might have to use a tripod too, but the Stylus Epic won't really acknowledge that choice!
However, within its' parameters, it's a slick little camera, and you really shouldn't have to pay too much for it; refurbished ones go for under $50.
I'm a Japanese 
Small, light, and strong.
The best for a tough traveling abroad.
It has no Panorama Mode, no Wireless Remote Control, no Pouch, and no CR123A Battery.
Then, it is simpler than Olympus µ[mju:]-II.
great little camera
I am absolutely NOT a photographer. The pix I took with this camera all came out excellent.
great pictures, but unreliable 
Because of the lens, pictures come out sharp and beautiful. I've even took slides.
It's small and, so, it fits in your pocket. I take it kayakking.
But I find it unreliable. I've owned three and each time around the 1 year mark, the camera would inadvertently rewind the film as I was opening the shell.
I wish that there was a competitor. But there's really no other point and shoot with anything close to the sharpness that comes with an f2.8 lens.
