Olympus Camedia C-1 Digital Camera
The Olympus C-1 is a 1.3MP 1/3 inch compact camera — known for its 1.3MP 1/3-Inch Sensor and Dual Viewfinder Options. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus C-1
Key Features — Olympus C-1
1.3MP 1/3-Inch Sensor: Captures images at up to 1280x960 pixels, suited to casual snapshots and early-2000s digital photography needs.
Dual Viewfinder Options: An optical real-image viewfinder and a 1.5-inch TFT LCD display give users two ways to frame shots.
Flexible Battery System: Accepts either a CR-V3 lithium battery or two standard AA batteries, rated for approximately 200 shots per CR-V3 charge.
Five-Mode Built-In Flash: Covers Auto, Red-eye reduction, Fill-in, Night scene, and Off modes for common everyday lighting situations.
Contrast Detection Autofocus: Straightforward AF system handles typical point-and-shoot subjects in adequately lit conditions.
Burst Mode Support: Shoots at up to 2 frames per second, adding some flexibility when photographing moving subjects.
Camera Specifications — Olympus C-1
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Beginner-Friendly |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/3 inch |
| Resolution | 1.3MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 200 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| Max Photo Resolution | 1280x960 |
| Burst Rate | 2 fps |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 1.5 inches TFT LCD |
| Display Resolution | 113,000 dots |
| Viewfinder | Optical real-image |
Description — Olympus C-1
The Olympus Camedia C-1 is a point-and-shoot compact camera with a 1/3-inch sensor and 1.3MP resolution, producing images at a maximum of 1280x960 pixels in the sRGB color profile. Its contrast detection autofocus system keeps operation simple, while the built-in flash — supporting Auto, Red-eye reduction, Fill-in, Night scene, and Off modes — handles a range of everyday lighting situations. Framing your shot is possible through either the optical real-image viewfinder or the 1.5-inch TFT LCD screen with 113,000 dots of resolution.
The C-1 supports burst mode at up to 2 frames per second and offers USB connectivity for image transfer. Power is provided by a CR-V3 or 2x AA batteries, with the CR-V3 rated for approximately 200 shots. The plastic body measures 110 x 62 x 34mm and weighs just 190g, making it genuinely compact.
ISO sensitivity is limited to a 100–200 range, and there is no image stabilization of any kind.
Pros — Olympus C-1
- ✓Flexible battery options: accepts either a CR-V3 or 2x AA batteries, with approximately 200 shots per CR-V3
- ✓Built-in flash with five modes (Auto, Red-eye reduction, Fill-in, Night scene, Off) for varied lighting situations
- ✓Compact and lightweight at 190g and 110 x 62 x 34mm for easy everyday carry
Cons — Olympus C-1
- ✗1.3MP sensor with a maximum resolution of 1280x960 is very limited by modern standards
- ✗ISO range of only 100–200 restricts usable performance to well-lit conditions
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither optical nor digital
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