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Olympus Stylus 730 / µ Digital 730

Olympus Stylus 730 / µ Digital 730 Digital Camera

Panasonic DMC-LX5

DMC-LX5 Digital Camera

$245.13  |  1 store
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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 Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 is a unique compact digital camera offering photo enthusiasts the ideal way for capturing professional-quality photos and High Definition (HD) video. With an... More
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 is a unique compact digital camera offering photo enthusiasts the ideal way for capturing professional-quality photos and High Definition (HD) video. With an ultra-bright F2.0 ultra-wide-angle 24mm Leica DC Vario-Summicron lens, the Lumix LX5 minimizes image distortion, resulting in stunning, true-to-life images with outstanding resolution and detail. The 24mm wide angle lens offers extraordinarily large viewing space and now the optical zoom is extended to 3.8x (90mm) making the LX5 even more versatile. Less
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Key Features   
Digital Zoom 5x 4x
HD Recording Format - 1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p
Camera Type Compact Standard Point and Shoot
Weight 0.29 lb. 0.51 lb.
LCD Screen Size 3 in. 3 in.
Resolution 7.4 Megapixel 11.3 Megapixel
Optical Zoom 3x 3.8x
Features Image Stabilization Image Stabilization • Red-eye Correction • Face Detection • AF Tracking
Image Quality   
Camera Resolution 7.4 Megapixel 11.3 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 640 x 480 • 2560 x 1920 • 2048 x 1536 • 2048 x 1360 • 1600 x 1200 • 3072 x 2304 • 640 x 424 • 1920 x 1080 • 3648 x 2736 • 3968 x 2232 • 3168 x 2112 • 2736 x 2736 • 2304 x 2304
Video   
Video Resolutions 320 x 240 • 640 x 480 (VGA) • 160 x 120 320 x 240 • 640 x 480 (VGA) • 1280 x 720 • 848 x 480 • HD (1280 x 720)
Video Format QuickTime • Motion JPEG QuickTime • Motion JPEG
Max Movie Length Without Limit (Depends on the camera free memory size) -
Video Speed 30 fps 30 fps
Lens   
Interchangeable Lens Not Interchangeable Lenses Not Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom 3x 3.8x
Focus Type Autofocus Autofocus & Manual Focus
Focal Length 6.7 - 20.1 mm 5.1 - 19.2 mm
Macro Focus Range 2.8 - 19.7 in. (w) / 11.8 in. to Infinity (t) 3.6 in. to Infinity (w) / 11.76 in. to Infinity (t)
35mm Zoom Lens 38 - 114 mm 24 - 90 mm
Focus Range 19.7 in. to Infinity (w) 19.68 in. to Infinity (w)
Exposure Control   
Aperture Range f3.5/f5 (w/t) f8 (t) - f2/f3.3 (w/t)
Shutter Speed 4 - 1/1000 sec 60 - 1/4000 sec
Frames Per Second 3.5 Frames 10 Frames
White Balance Auto • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Overcast (Preset) Auto • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Halogen (Preset) • Flash (Preset) • Colour Temperature Adjust
Flash   
Flash Functions Flash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash Flash Off • Auto 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 Auto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 800 • 1600 • 3200 • 80 • 6400 • 12800
Storage   
Memory Type Built-in • xD Picture Card Built-in • SD Card • SDHC Card • SDXC Card
Compression Type JPEG JPEG • Raw Image • DCF • DPOF • EXIF 2.3
Compression Modes - Fine • Normal • Uncompressed
Built-in Memory Size 22 MB 40 MB
Included Features   
Self Timer 12 Sec. 2 Sec. • 10 Sec.
Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount -
Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone
Built-in Speaker With Built-in Speaker With Built-in Speaker
Viewfinder / Display   
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Viewfinder Without Viewfinder Without Viewfinder
LCD Screen Resolution 230,000 pixels 460,000 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 Lithium-ion Battery
Battery Life - 400 Images
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. 0.51 lb.
Depth 0.83 in. 1.69 in.
Height 2.4 in. 2.58 in.
Width 3.8 in. 4.32 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year -
Miscellaneous   
UPC 840356288857 84684036111
Product ID 36485536 101257783
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Hand Strap • Driver • Lithium Battery • Battery Charger Software • USB Cable • Shoulder Strap • Battery Charger • Lens Cap • AV Cable • Battery Pack
Release Date 30 August, 2006 August, 2010
Family Line Olympus Stylus Panasonic Lumix
Product MPN   
MPN STYLUS 730 PNSNCLX5BLACK
 
Consumer Reviews
Olympus Stylus 730 / µ Digital 730
Olympus Stylus 730 / µ Digital 730 Digital Camera
$245.13
Panasonic DMC-LX5
DMC-LX5 Digital Camera
From $349.00

Product Review Summary

3.5
Based on 2 user reviews
50% recommend this product
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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 »

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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

5.0
Based on 3 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

lawman67
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My second choice may be your best option

bylawman67 Oct 13, 2010
22 Helpfuls 23 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Incredible F2.0 Leica lens.  Low resolution 10 MP sensor for maximum detail and...
Cons Expensive, a bit bulky
Recommended it? Yes

  I did not buy the LX5, and choosing a different camera (Canon PowerShot S95) was one of the most difficult purchase decisions I've ever made.  The LX5 really is THAT good.

First the basics.  The LX5 is a compact digital camera with advanced controls and a fast F2.0... Read full review »

108

A professional photographer's back up camera

byplayhooky Dec 7, 2011
13 Helpfuls 14 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros High quality lens, ability to shoot RAW format, professionnal controls
Cons No viewfinder for bright sunny days, although you can purchase one.
Recommended it? Yes

Quick Specs:

* F2.0 Leica DC Summicron Lens
* 1/1.63" High Sensitivity 10 megapixel CCD with evolved sensor technology
* HD Movie Recording - AVCHD Lite
I shoot stock photography for income. I don't have the most expensive equipment or fanciest camera equipment.  For me its... Read full review »

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