Olympus Stylus 1s Digital Camera
The Olympus Stylus 1s is a 12MP 1/1.7 inch compact camera — with 1080p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus Stylus 1s
Key Features — Olympus Stylus 1s
12MP 1/1.7-Inch Sensor: A larger-than-average compact sensor size that captures more light and detail compared to typical point-and-shoot cameras.
28–300mm Equivalent Zoom: The built-in fixed lens covers a wide focal range from wide-angle to telephoto, making it a versatile all-in-one travel camera.
Optical Image Stabilization: Built-in OIS reduces camera shake during handheld shooting without the quality trade-offs associated with digital stabilization.
1,440k-Dot Electronic Viewfinder: A high-resolution EVF running at 60Hz refresh rate provides a clear, smooth composing option in bright outdoor conditions.
Tilting Touchscreen LCD: The 3.0-inch, 1.04 million-dot touchscreen tilts to make low-angle and overhead framing significantly easier.
7fps Burst Shooting: Continuous shooting at up to 7 frames per second gives you a better chance of capturing fast-moving subjects at full resolution.
Camera Specifications — Olympus Stylus 1s
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.7 inch |
| Resolution | 12MP |
| Processor | TruePic VI |
| ISO Range | 100 – 12800 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| Max Photo Resolution | 3968x2976 |
| Burst Rate | 7 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 1080p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | Standard |
Description — Olympus Stylus 1s
The Olympus Stylus 1s is a compact camera centered on a 1/1.7-inch, 12MP sensor processed by the TruePic VI image processor. The ISO range runs from 100 to 12800, and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) is built in to help keep images sharp when shooting handheld. The camera features a fixed lens design, making it a self-contained shooting system.
For image review and composition, you get a 3.0-inch tilting touchscreen LCD with 1.04 million dots of resolution, plus an electronic viewfinder at 1,440k dots and a 60Hz refresh rate — useful for shooting in bright sunlight. Stills are captured at a maximum resolution of 3968x2976 pixels, with photo color profiles including Standard, Vivid, and Muted. Burst shooting reaches 7fps.
Video tops out at 1080p at 30fps or 24fps in 8-bit. The camera accepts SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards and connects via Wi-Fi and USB. The metal and plastic body measures 116 x 87 x 57 mm and weighs 402g, with no weather sealing.
Pros — Olympus Stylus 1s
- ✓Electronic viewfinder at 1,440k dots and 60Hz refresh rate offers a bright, smooth composing option alongside the rear display
- ✓3.0-inch tilting touchscreen LCD with 1.04 million dots provides flexible framing for low-angle or overhead shots
- ✓Optical image stabilization (OIS) helps reduce camera shake without the quality compromise of digital IS
Cons — Olympus Stylus 1s
- ✗1/1.7-inch sensor is relatively small, which may limit dynamic range and low-light image quality compared to larger-sensor compacts
- ✗No weather sealing, so the camera is not suited for shooting in rain or dusty conditions
- ✗Video is capped at 1080p with only a Standard color profile, limiting post-production flexibility for video-focused users