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Olympus Stylus 730 / µ Digital 730

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Nikon D3100

Nikon D3100 Digital Camera

$245.13  |  1 store
From $514.95  |  22 stores
Product Description
Enjoy easy-to-use sophistication and enhanced performance with the Stylus 730. Get the big picture for shooting, sharing or editing - the extra large 3" LCD lets you see everything... More
Enjoy easy-to-use sophistication and enhanced performance with the Stylus 730. Get the big picture for shooting, sharing or editing - the extra large 3" LCD lets you see everything you''ve shot in detail. The 730 features large buttons and illuminate in low light as well as Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) and Bright Capture Technology for stunning results. Like all Stylus digital cameras, it also offers All-Weather durability so you can shoot with confidence, regardless of the conditions Less
The Nikon D3100 digital SLR camera speaks to the growing ranks of enthusiastic D-SLR users and aspiring photographers by providing an easy-to-use and affordable entrance to the world of Nikon... More
The Nikon D3100 digital SLR camera speaks to the growing ranks of enthusiastic D-SLR users and aspiring photographers by providing an easy-to-use and affordable entrance to the world of Nikon D-SLR’s. The 14.2-megapixel D3100 has powerful features, such as the enhanced Guide Mode that makes it easy to unleash creative potential and capture memories with still images and full HD video. Like having a personal photo tutor at your fingertips, this unique feature provides a simple graphical interface on the camera’s LCD that guides users by suggesting and/or adjusting camera settings to achieve the desired end result images. The D3100 is also the world’s first D-SLR to introduce full time auto focus (AF) in Live View and D-Movie mode to effortlessly achieve the critical focus needed when shooting Full HD 1080p video. Less
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Key Features   
Digital Zoom 5x -
HD Recording Format - 1080p (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV)
Camera Type Compact SLR/Professional
Weight 0.29 lb. 1 lb.
LCD Screen Size 3 in. 3 in.
Resolution 7.4 Megapixel 14.2 Megapixel
Optical Zoom 3x -
Features Image Stabilization Image Stabilization • Red-eye Correction • AF Tracking
Image Quality   
Camera Resolution 7.4 Megapixel 14.2 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type CCD CCD
Image Resolutions 640 x 480 • 2560 x 1920 • 2304 x 1728 • 2048 x 1536 • 1600 x 1200 • 1280 x 960 • 1024 x 768 • 3072 x 2304 2304 x 1536 • 4608 x 3072 • 3456 x 2304
Video   
Video Resolutions 320 x 240 • 640 x 480 (VGA) • 160 x 120 640 x 424 • HD (1280 x 720) • 1920 x 1080
Video Format QuickTime • Motion JPEG QuickTime
Max Movie Length Without Limit (Depends on the camera free memory size) 600 Seconds
Video Speed 30 fps 24 fps
Lens   
Interchangeable Lens Not Interchangeable Lenses Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom 3x -
Focus Type Autofocus -
Focal Length 6.7 - 20.1 mm -
Macro Focus Range 2.8 - 19.7 in. (w) / 11.8 in. to Infinity (t) -
35mm Zoom Lens 38 - 114 mm -
Focus Range 19.7 in. to Infinity (w) -
Exposure Control   
Aperture Range f3.5/f5 (w/t) -
Shutter Speed 4 - 1/1000 sec -
Frames Per Second 3.5 Frames -
White Balance Auto • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Overcast (Preset) Auto • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Incandescent (Preset) • Shade (Preset)
Flash   
Flash Functions Flash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash Flash Off • Auto Flash • Rear Sync Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
Flash Type Built-In Built-In & External
ISO Speeds Auto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 800 • 1600 • 3200 • 80 100 • 3200 • 6400 • 12800
Storage   
Memory Type Built-in • xD Picture Card SD Card • SDHC Card • SDXC Card
Compression Type JPEG JPEG • Raw Image • DPOF • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0
Compression Modes - Uncompressed
Built-in Memory Size 22 MB -
Included Features   
Self Timer 12 Sec. 2 Sec. • 10 Sec.
Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount
Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone
Built-in Speaker With Built-in Speaker -
Viewfinder / Display   
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Viewfinder Without Viewfinder Optical (Through-the-lens)
LCD Screen Resolution 230,000 pixels 230,000 pixels
Interfaces   
Video Interface Video Out Video Out
Interface Type USB 2.0 USB 2.0 • HDMI
Power Supply   
Battery Type Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
System Requirements   
Operating System Apple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP -
Dimensions   
Weight 0.29 lb. 1 lb.
Depth 0.83 in. 2.9 in.
Height 2.4 in. 3.8 in.
Width 3.8 in. 4.9 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year -
Miscellaneous   
UPC 840356288857 18208097982
Product ID 36485536 101677489
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Hand Strap • Driver • Lithium Battery • Battery Charger Software • Battery Charger • Strap • Battery Pack
Release Date 30 August, 2006 September, 2010
Family Line Olympus Stylus Nikon D
Product MPN   
MPN STYLUS 730 9798
 
Consumer Reviews
Olympus Stylus 730 / µ Digital 730
Olympus Stylus 730 / µ Digital 730 Digital Camera
$245.13
Nikon D3100
Nikon D3100 Digital Camera
From $514.95

Product Review Summary

3.5
Based on 2 user reviews
50% recommend this product
5 stars
4 stars
1
3 stars
1
2 stars
1 star
Pros
  • None Yet
Cons
  • None Yet
Good For
  • None Yet

Consumer Reviews

12

Amazing quality photos

bythewheezyone Mar 16, 2007
14 Helpfuls 15 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Amazing photos, in camera editing, all weather, large LCD screen.
Cons Battery life, Included software, Can't take photos in black and white/sepia.
Recommended it? Yes

When I had to make inevitable step of moving into my own place I found myself without a digital camera, which I found unacceptable. So I went searching through the selection on Dell.com. I knew I wanted an Olympus, rechargeable power source and a nice camera so I ended up selecting the Stylus 730... Read full review »

1

Good quality photos

byrohrer24 Oct 4, 2008
1 Helpfuls 2 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Large screen, many options, clear and detailed pictures, easy to use, rechargeable...
Cons Slow, expensive to fix, somewhat short battery life, lasted less than 2 years before...
Recommended it? No

I purchased the Olympus Stylus 730 as my first digital camera. I don't claim to be a photographer and typically use this camera for "everyday life" pictures such as parties, camping, outings with friends, travel, etc. and have been happy with the quality of pictures. The camera is easy to use, but... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.5
Based on 18 user reviews
89% recommend this product
5 stars
9
4 stars
9
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Pros
  • Easy to Use (1)
Cons
  • Short Battery Life (1)
Good For
  • Everyday Use (1)

Consumer Reviews

10

Good DSLR for a beginner

bymixey62 Oct 23, 2011
21 Helpfuls 22 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros good for beginnersgood price for DSLR
Cons battery life in liveview
Recommended it? Yes

I have always envied those that could take amazing photographs; observing these people has led me to the same observation: they use DSLR cameras instead of the easier to use point-and-shoot varieties. I was always intimidated by these cameras so never thought that one was for me-- that was until I... Read full review »

1

Best purchase

byjulvog65 May 2, 2011
21 Helpfuls 22 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Everything!
Cons A little heavy and bulky. 
Recommended it? Yes

I just bought this camera for my hobby and I'm amazed by this. The quality is amazing and you have many features to make your photos even better. (Changing color, light settings, color balance, even a fun fish eye effect!) The screen is big enough to see details of your camera and the buttons are... Read full review »

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