Olympus D-40 Zoom Digital Camera
The Olympus D-40 Zoom is a 4MP 1/1.8 inch compact camera — known for its 4MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor and Dual Battery Compatibility. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus D-40 Zoom
Key Features — Olympus D-40 Zoom
4MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor: Captures images at up to 2288x1712 pixels, suitable for standard prints and everyday photo sharing.
Dual Battery Compatibility: Accepts either a CR-V3 lithium battery or two standard AA batteries, making it easy to find power while traveling.
Optical Tunnel Viewfinder: Provides a secondary framing option alongside the LCD, useful in bright outdoor conditions.
1.5-Inch TFT LCD Display: 114,000-pixel rear screen allows for image review and menu navigation in a compact form factor.
Built-In Pop-Up Flash: Supports red-eye reduction, fill flash, and slow sync modes for basic lighting flexibility across different situations.
270g Body: Plastic and metal construction measuring 87 x 69 x 44 mm keeps the camera genuinely compact for everyday carry.
Camera Specifications — Olympus D-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 | 1.5 fps |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | sRGB |
Description — Olympus D-40 Zoom
The Olympus D-40 Zoom is a point-and-shoot compact camera built around a 4MP sensor in a 1/1.8-inch format, producing images at up to 2288x1712 pixels in sRGB color. The body measures 87 x 69 x 44 mm and weighs 270g, constructed from plastic with metal accents — a genuinely portable package with no weather sealing. Framing is supported by both a 1.5-inch TFT LCD with 114,000 pixels of resolution and an optical tunnel-type viewfinder.
Autofocus uses a single-point contrast detection system. The built-in pop-up flash covers red-eye reduction, fill, and slow sync modes. ISO sensitivity spans 100 to 400.
The camera accepts either a CR-V3 lithium battery or 2x AA batteries, with an estimated 100–150 shots per charge. Burst shooting is supported at up to 1.5 frames per second. Video is captured at 15fps in 8-bit depth.
Connectivity includes USB for file transfer, with no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth on board.
Pros — Olympus D-40 Zoom
- ✓Flexible battery options: accepts either CR-V3 lithium or 2x AA batteries, making power easy to source
- ✓4MP sensor on a 1/1.8-inch type sensor delivering a maximum resolution of 2288x1712 pixels
- ✓Compact and lightweight body at 270g with dimensions of 87 x 69 x 44 mm
Cons — Olympus D-40 Zoom
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital
- ✗ISO range tops out at 400, limiting performance in lower light situations
- ✗Single-point contrast detection autofocus only, with no subject or eye tracking