Olympus FE-230 Digital Camera
The Olympus FE-230 is a 7MP 1/2.5 inch compact camera — with 480p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus FE-230
Key Features — Olympus FE-230
7MP 1/2.5-Inch Sensor: Captures stills at up to 3072x2304 pixels, suitable for standard prints and everyday snapshots.
Slim Metal Body: Aluminum alloy front panel construction measures just 91 x 55 x 17 mm and weighs 145g, making it genuinely pocketable.
2.5-Inch TFT LCD: 115,000-dot screen serves as the primary interface for composing and reviewing shots with no optical viewfinder present.
ISO 50–1250 Range: Offers a low base ISO for bright conditions and extends to 1250 for shooting in dimmer environments.
Digital Image Stabilization: Electronic stabilization helps reduce the effect of camera shake during handheld shooting.
Four Color Profiles: Standard, Vivid, Sepia, and Black & White modes allow basic in-camera creative control without post-processing.
Camera Specifications — Olympus FE-230
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Beginner-Friendly |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.5 inch |
| Resolution | 7MP |
| ISO Range | 50 – 1250 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 1 point |
| Max Photo Resolution | 3072x2304 |
| Max Video Resolution | 480p |
| Max Frame Rate | 15fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | Standard |
Description — Olympus FE-230
The Olympus FE-230 is a pocket-sized point-and-shoot camera built for everyday casual photography. Its metal aluminum alloy front panel body measures a slim 91 x 55 x 17 mm and weighs just 145g, making it easy to carry anywhere. The 7MP, 1/2.5-inch sensor captures images at up to 3072x2304 pixels, and four color profiles — Standard, Vivid, Sepia, and Black & White — let you tailor the look of your shots in-camera.
The 2.5-inch TFT LCD with 115,000 dots is your primary window for composing and reviewing images. Autofocus uses single-point contrast detection, and digital image stabilization is on hand to reduce blur from camera movement. The ISO range spans 50 to 1250, with a built-in pop-up flash for darker environments.
Video recording is available at up to 480p at 15fps in 8-bit color. The LI-42B Lithium-Ion battery is rated for approximately 180 shots per charge, and connectivity is handled via USB.
Pros — Olympus FE-230
- ✓Compact metal body at just 91 x 55 x 17 mm and 145g makes it highly portable
- ✓7MP 1/2.5-inch sensor delivers a maximum resolution of 3072x2304 pixels
- ✓Four color profiles (Standard, Vivid, Sepia, Black & White) offer basic in-camera creative control
Cons — Olympus FE-230
- ✗No optical viewfinder — composing shots relies entirely on the 115,000-dot LCD
- ✗Video tops out at 480p at 15fps, which is limited even for casual use
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity for wireless image transfer
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