Olympus C-40 Zoom Digital Camera
The Olympus C-40 Zoom is a 4MP 1/1.8 inch compact camera — known for its 4MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor and 3x Optical Zoom Lens. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus C-40 Zoom
Key Features — Olympus C-40 Zoom
4MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor: A relatively large sensor for its class, capturing images at up to 2288x1712 pixels for solid detail in a compact camera.
3x Optical Zoom Lens: Built-in zoom lens covering a practical focal range for everyday shooting without changing lenses.
1.5-Inch TFT LCD: 114,000-dot rear display for reviewing images and composing shots in the field.
Optical Tunnel Viewfinder: Traditional optical viewfinder provides an alternative to the LCD for framing shots, useful in bright sunlight.
Multi-Mode Built-In Flash: Pop-up flash supports red-eye reduction, slow sync, fill-in, and off modes for flexible low-light shooting.
AA or CR-V3 Battery Support: Runs on widely available AA batteries or a CR-V3 pack, making it easy to find power replacements anywhere.
Camera Specifications — Olympus C-40 Zoom
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.8 inch |
| Resolution | 4MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 1 point |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2288x1712 |
| Burst Rate | 1.7 fps |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | sRGB |
Description — Olympus C-40 Zoom
The Olympus C-40 Zoom is a 4MP point-and-shoot compact built around a 1/1.8-inch sensor with a maximum still image resolution of 2288x1712 pixels. The body is constructed from aluminum and plastic, measures 87 x 69 x 44 mm, and weighs 230g, making it genuinely pocketable. Framing is possible through either the optical tunnel-type viewfinder or the 1.5-inch TFT LCD with 114,000 dots of resolution.
Autofocus uses a contrast detection system with 1 focus point, while ISO sensitivity spans 100 to 400. The built-in pop-up flash offers red-eye reduction, slow sync, fill-in, and off modes for flexible flash control. Burst shooting is supported at 1.7 fps, and still images can be captured in sRGB or Monochrome color profiles.
Connectivity is handled by USB, and the camera runs on 2x AA or 1x CR-V3 batteries. There is no image stabilization, no hot shoe, and no wireless connectivity of any kind.
Pros — Olympus C-40 Zoom
- ✓4MP sensor with 1/1.8-inch type size delivers a relatively large sensor for a compact point-and-shoot
- ✓Maximum resolution of 2288x1712 pixels provides solid image detail
- ✓Built-in pop-up flash supports multiple modes including red-eye reduction, slow sync, and fill-in
Cons — Olympus C-40 Zoom
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital
- ✗ISO range tops out at 400, limiting versatility in very low light without flash
- ✗Single autofocus point with contrast detection only; no subject tracking or eye tracking
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