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Olympus C-4040 Zoom Olympus introduces a top-of-the-line 4-megapixel model with noise reduction technology, optimum image enlargement, and newly designed interface Select a topic Reference: Datasheet C4040 Test Images --------------------------------- 1. Intro and Highlights 2. Executive Overview 3. Design 4. Viewfinder 5. Optics 6. Exposure & Flash 7. Shutter Lag & Cycle Time Tests 8. Operation & User Interface 9. Camera Modes & Menus 10. Image Storage & Interface 11. Video, Power, Software 12. Test Results & Conclusion --------------------------------- Print-Friendly Review Version Additional Resources and Other Links Reader Comments on C4040 Review --------------------------------- Digital Camera Comparometer (TM) --------------------------------- <-- Digital Cameras (Home) <-- Digital Camera Reviews Index (Next): Executive Overview>> Page 1:Intro and Highlights Review First Posted: 07/23/2001

	*	4.1 -megapixel sensor, delivering 2,816 x 2,112-pixel images
	*	Fast (f/1.8-f/2.6) 3x optical zoom lens
	*	Improved user interface
	*	Excellent image quality and low-light capability

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Manufacturer Overview

Over the past several years, Olympus has been a dominant player in the digicam marketplace. It boasts one of the broadest digital camera lineups in the industry, with numerous models ranging from pure entry-level, point-and-shoot digicams to the incredible "near-professional" E-10 SLR. With the Camedia C-4040 Zoom, Olympus has improved upon the recent Camedia C-3040 model, by increasing CCD resolution to 4 million pixels, introducing advanced noise reduction and interpolation functions, and incorporating Olympus' new "user selectable" menu interface. Changes to the camera's electronics also provide improved color rendition and better low-light performance.

The Olympus C-4040 Zoom is among the first in a new generation of 4-megapixel "prosumer" digital cameras intended for the advanced amateur and professional market. Priced at less than $1,000, the Camedia 4040 delivers images measuring 2,272 x 1,704 pixels, which when combined with Olympus' new noise reduction technology and "optimum image enlargement" function, can produce quality prints as large as 16 x 20 inches.


High Points

• 4.1-megapixel CCD delivering up to 2,816 x 2,112-pixel resolution images (3,200 x 2,400 pixels with Optimum Image Enlargement).
• 1.8-inch, wide view, color LCD display.
• Super Bright 3x, 7.1 - 21.3mm, f1.8 - f/10 zoom (equivalent to a 35-105mm lens on a 35mm camera)
• 2.5x Digital Zoom.
• Manual, Auto, and Spot Auto Focus control.
• Shutter speeds from 1/800 to 16 seconds for still images; 1/10,000 to 1/30 second for movies.
• Program AE, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual exposure modes.
• Spot, Multi-Spot, or ESP multi-patterned metering systems.
• Auto Bracketing, Sequence Shooting, and Panoramic capture modes.
• Adjustable White Balance with six settings, plus a WB color adjustment function.
• Built-in flash with four operating modes, two Slow Sync modes, and extended working range to 18 feet.
• Noise Reduction for improved image quality.
• QuickTime Movie mode.
• Five-pin external flash socket.
• Infrared remote control included.
• JPEG and uncompressed TIFF file formats.
• Images saved to SmartMedia memory card (16MB card included).
• USB Auto-Connect for fast image download.
• NTSC video cable.
• Software CD with Olympus' Camedia Master 2.5 utility software (includes QuickTime and USB drivers).
• DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) compatibility and print settings.
• Power from two CR-V3 battery packs (included), or four AA batteries (AC adapter optional).