Easy to use menu system, Manual & automatic modes, Unique control ring, RAW shooting
No hand grip, Subpar video quality, Some images are underexposed, Unfriendly manual focus controls
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Published: 2011-04-25, Author: Petr , review by: e15.cz
Abstract: Na všech fotografických i technických webech je nový Olympus XZ-1 vychvalovaný takřka do nebes. Ačkoliv se jedná o velmi nenápadný digitální kompakt, jeho útroby ukrývají velmi nadupanou kombinaci elektroniky, optiky a poctivé řemeslné práce.Kompaktními d...
Abstract: Kvalitetskompakterna blir fler och fler. Till skillnad från en ”vanlig” kompakt bör de ha en något större sensor, bättre ljusstyrka och fler manuella inställningsmöjligheter. Olympus XZ-1 har det.Efter att ha testat såväl ett förhands-exemplar som ett ...
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Published: 2011-04-22, Author: Tim , review by: macworld.co.uk
Unique scene modes and art filters; F1.8 aperture at wide-angle end; F2.5 at telephoto; Control ring provides quick manual adjustments
Lacks a hand grip; Underexposed images in iAuto mode; Autofocus struggles in low-light and macro modes; A lot of menu-diving required
The XZ-1's blend of manual features and tutorial modes make it a good fit for experienced shooters or anyone who wants a pocketable camera they can get to know and ultimately grow into. Expect a learning curve, but one that ultimately offers some nice rew...
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Published: 2011-04-22, Author: Edward , review by: pcworld.pl
Abstract: Na ten aparat czekaliśmy dobre kilka lat, używając jego poprzednika C-5050, wyposażonego w równie jasną, ale nie tak szerokokątną optykę. Pod względem konstrukcyjnym różni się od poprzednika diametralnie. Konstruktorzy postawili na miniaturyzację, jednocz...
Abstract: XZ-1 er det første virkelig avanserte kompaktkamera fra Olympus på mange år og har meget bra spesifikasjoner. Spesielt lysstyrken gjør at XZ-1 skiller seg litt fra de nærmeste konkurrentene som er som Canon G12, Canon S95, Nikon Co...
The XZ-1's blend of manual features and tutorial modes make it a good fit for experienced shooters or anyone who wants a pocketable camera they can get to know and ultimately grow into. Expect a learning curve, but one that ultimately offers some nice ...
Excellent build, refined appearance, f/1.8 i.Zuiko lens performs well, 3-inch OLED is crisp, Captures 720p HD video, Built in hot shoe, Built-in support for wireless flash, Dials front and back to adjust controls, Compatible with optional excellent VF-...
Mode dial is too easily changed by accident, OLED display is hard to see in bright light, making image composition more difficult, Needs a grip, Would like the option to change the function of the dials, You have to return to the Menu too often to make...
Olympus has entered the flagship digicam fight with a winner. It's learned from its competitors, avoiding the brick in favor of an almost too svelte box, adding a manual control with the lens ring, including a pop-up flash and a hot shoe, avoiding the ...
Unique scene modes and art filters, F1.8 aperture at wideangle end; F2.5 at telephoto, Control ring provides quick manual adjustments,
Lacks a hand grip, Underexposed images in iAuto mode, Autofocus struggles in lowlight and macro modes, A lot of menudiving required,
The Olympus XZ-1 is a manual-minded camera with great optics, but its autofocus and exposure levels are weak spots, and it's not entirely novice-friendly. ...
