Olympus Stylus 1040 (mju 1040)
The Olympus Stylus 1040 (mju 1040) is a 2008 compact digital camera with a 1/2.33" CCD sensor (approx. 10.0 MP), a 38-114 mm F3.5-5 lens, Dedicated Li-ion (LI-50B) power, and xD-Picture Card storage.
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Used prices vary with condition and accessories. Japanese marketplaces are on the Japanese page.
About the Olympus Stylus 1040 (mju 1040)
The Olympus Stylus 1040 (mju 1040) is a slim compact released in August 2008. A 1/2.33-type CCD with about 10 effective megapixels sits behind a 3x optical zoom at F3.5-5, equal to 38-114 mm. The wide end is a modest 38 mm, a field of view that suits portraits and nearby subjects.
The body measures 89 x 56 x 20 mm, only 20 mm thick, and weighs about 148 g. The screen is 2.7 inches. It saves to xD-Picture Cards and runs on the LI-50B lithium-ion battery. A body just 89 mm wide that still carries a 2.7-inch display strikes a sensible balance between portability and a screen that is easy to read Check the listed figures against the camera in hand, since the lens range, screen size and card type all affect everyday handling.
Buying one used
It records to xD-Picture Cards, so a compatible card is needed. The battery is the LI-50B; check wear and whether a charger is included. Test the lens movement and examine the 2.7-inch screen.
Overview
| Maker | Olympus |
|---|---|
| Model | Stylus 1040 (mju 1040) |
| Released | August 2008 |
Imaging & lens
| Sensor | CCD 1/2.33" |
|---|---|
| Resolution | approx. 10.0 MP |
| Lens | 38-114 mm / F3.5-5 |
| Zoom | 3× optical |
| Monitor | 2.7" LCD |
Power & storage
| Power | Dedicated Li-ion (LI-50B) |
|---|---|
| Storage | xD-Picture Card |
| Weight | approx. 148g |