Olympus 10 X 25 WPI

Advantages: Image adjustments to give great view, waterproof, adjustable eye-relief
Disadvantages: fixed magnification, average build and design quality

...Binoculars are mainly used by bird watchers as to get a closer look at them. Many people also use binoculars for occasions such as holidays where they travel to destinations of natural beauty. Using a binocular enables them to see the scenic beauty from a better and closer perspective. The Olympus 8X25 WPI is labeled professional, but can obviously be used by everyday and ordinary people. These particular binoculars have an 8x magnification ability. This is simply the power of magnification on the binoculars, the 8x magnification means that the object or area you view through the binoculars is going to appear 8x larger or closer. The 8x magnification also means that this is the maximum and minimum magnification power of the binoculars. You cannot view an object or place with a lesser or higher magnification than 8x... Read review

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Advantages: Battery life, focussing, size, water resistance
Disadvantages: no viewfinder, limited focal length

...Got one of these little beauties shortly before Christmas as a replacement for a Olympus F40, wanted another compact with faster focussing and a level of water resistance suitable for beaches and kayaking. The Pentax Optio WPi is proving to fit our requirements, the focus lag seems to be reduced and the camera has the ability to refocus as the subject moves. The lens movement whilst the camera zooms is within the camera body, behind a filter so no risk of sand getting into any moving parts. Battery life is excellent, cannot say exactly but I think that we took somewhere in the region of 500 or so shots with only 2 or 3 recharges to the lithium ion battery, a massive improvement on the AA Ni MH in our Olympus. This model is currently available on the net for a lower price than the previous 5MP Optio WP is available on the High St... Read review

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Advantages: many
Disadvantages: None

...This is a good quality product that offers good value for money in the very short term. Although as with most electronic products, the value will deteriorate over time and should be able to get a cheaper version next year. It's a great little device with plenty of features that I would highly recommend. This really is a wonderful piece of kit that should go well with many accessories because it really looks good. However, always think carefully as to whether you actually really need something before you buy it. We buy so many things nowadays that we don't really need. Other Features: 8.0 Megapixel CCD imager 3x optical (35 - 105mm 35mm equiv) zoom, 4x digital zoom Digital Image Stabilization and Built-in Help Guide TruePic TURBO Image Processor 2.5" color LCD and 10x playback zoom 16 shooting modes including AVI Motion JPEG movies... Read review

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