Olympus D-540 Zoom Digital Camera
The Olympus D-540 Zoom is a 3MP Other compact camera — known for its 3MP CCD Sensor and Optical Tunnel Viewfinder. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus D-540 Zoom
Key Features — Olympus D-540 Zoom
3MP CCD Sensor: Captures images at up to 2048x1536 pixels, suitable for standard prints and everyday photo sharing.
Optical Tunnel Viewfinder: Provides an alternative to the LCD for framing shots in bright outdoor light where screens are hard to see.
1.8-Inch TFT LCD: 85,000-dot rear display for composing shots and reviewing images in the field.
AA Battery Compatibility: Runs on two AA cells — alkaline, NiMH, or CR-V3 lithium — making replacement easy anywhere batteries are sold.
Five-Mode Built-In Flash: Covers Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill, Off, and Slow-sync modes for a range of indoor and low-light situations.
USB Image Transfer: Built-in USB connection allows direct transfer of photos to a computer without a card reader.
Camera Specifications — Olympus D-540 Zoom
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Beginner-Friendly |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | Other |
| Resolution | 3MP |
| ISO Range | 50 – 320 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | Single central point |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2048x1536 |
| Burst Rate | 1.5 fps |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Image Stabilization | None |
Description — Olympus D-540 Zoom
The Olympus D-540 Zoom is a point-and-shoot compact camera built around a 3MP sensor with a maximum capture resolution of 2048x1536 pixels. The body is constructed from plastic, measuring 100 x 62 x 38 mm and weighing just 200g, making it easy to carry for everyday use. Photographers can frame their shots using either the 1.8-inch TFT LCD with 85,000 dots of resolution or the optical tunnel viewfinder.
Autofocus is handled by a contrast detection system with a single central focus point. The built-in flash supports five modes — Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill, Off, and Slow-sync — for varied shooting situations. The ISO range spans 50 to 320, and burst shooting reaches up to 1.5 frames per second.
Video recording runs at 15fps in 8-bit color. Power comes from 2x AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or CR-V3 lithium), with approximately 200 shots per charge on NiMH cells. USB connectivity handles image transfer, while Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are not present. There is no image stabilization and no weather sealing.
Pros — Olympus D-540 Zoom
- ✓Dual framing options with both a 1.8-inch TFT LCD display and an optical tunnel viewfinder
- ✓Flexible battery compatibility — accepts alkaline, NiMH, or CR-V3 lithium AA cells
- ✓Built-in flash offers five modes: Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill, Off, and Slow-sync
Cons — Olympus D-540 Zoom
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital
- ✗ISO tops out at 320, limiting flexibility in low-light shooting
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, requiring a physical USB connection for all file transfers
Videos — Olympus D-540 Zoom
Retro digicam test | Olympus Camedia C-2100 UZ – The terminator — Erik Söderlund