Olympus CAMEDIA C-4040 Zoom

OK – I can't keep quiet about the Olympus C4040Z any more - I've had one now for over 4 months, and I'm still finding even more reasons to like it. It's my third Olympus – I started out with the Olympus C2000Z 3 years ago - that was stolen. I tried a Fuji 4700 for a couple of days (check out my Ciao review of that) but I was disappointed with the lens and picture quality of the Fuji. I then went to an Olympus C2020Z (check out my Ciao review of that) and since a large part of my use is business related, I've passed the C2020Z to one of my colleagues, and now I've got the C4040Z – brilliant ... more

As usual, I am not going to extol all the technical bumph about this product. It is easy to find that kind of information elsewhere, this is purely my experience of using the Olympus Camedia C-4040Z. I bought this camera from Dabs and opened it as soon as it arrived - I couldn't wait. My first reaction was one of disappointment, camera was there, manuals were there, software and mediacard check, but no mains adaptor. Digital cameras are notorious for their power consumption, and when it comes to taking pictures, reviewing them and downloading to a PC you really need to have something other ... more

What can I say about his camera? I could go on and on about technical specs (and I might if you give me enough time)but the best way to describe it is "magnificent!!!". The camera fits into your hand snugly, is heavy enough not to feel plasticy (the case is part plastic but mainly metal) but not so heavy that it is a chore to hold. The LCD screen is bright and clear and can be seen even when the sun is shining almost directly on it. The quailty of the pictures is outstanding. Before I bought one of these camera, I had read a few reviews that said it was an "OK" camera . I have to disagree. You ... more