Olympus µ[MJU:] 1030 SW - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Hard as nails clicker that comes and has a go...

Pros: Rock hard body; Excellent camera

Cons: Not exactly a fashion winner

Verdict: Like a heavily armed psychopath with a photography degree, this snapper is as hard as nails, yet takes a beautiful picture

Review summary: The Olympus mju 1030SW is a very tough and rugged 10-megapixel compact camera. It works to water depths of 10m, can be dropped from 2m and can even withstand a 100kg force. The camera takes great pics and is perfect for use in extreme conditions. ...

Pros: Bomb-proof build ; great screen and lens ; fine 10-megapixel pictures

Cons: Average focusing and detail ; aggressive styling

Verdict: Remember when electronic kit was easy to use and built to last? Those days are back -- the diamond-tough 1030SW takes good photos, thrives on rough treatment and offers competent point-and-shoot operation. Drop it, kick it, freeze it, splash it -- ...

Review summary: 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 ...

Review summary: If I was looking for a tough, hard to break digital camera I would buy the Olympus MJU 1030 SW. You can take it just about anywhere and do just about anything with it. It fits into a pocket and takes a decent snap. It does more or less exactly what it ...

Pros: Waterproof and shockproof - looks good

Cons: There is nothing that really stands out

Verdict: "The MJU 1030 SW is a tremendously tough and rugged camera. It is small enough to slip into a pocket and takes a good snap shot too. This camera is well worth considering if you are looking for a robust, take anywhere camera."

Review summary: The 10.1 megapixel Olympus Stylus 1030 SW is ready to go just about everywhere you want to go with a camera.

Pros: Rugged - waterproof, shockproof, cold proof and crush proof ; LED illuminator is a nice touch for macro shots ; High quality construction ; Quick performance

Cons: Pricey ; Panoramas better done on a computer since in-camera stitching results were not great ; Mediocre battery life

Verdict: getting it stepped on by a bouncer, this camera will do just fine