Typical price: £215
What is it: Glossy 12-megapixel point-and-shoot
What we think: Pocketable, capable point-and-shoot for the stylish and unphotographically-minded
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 7 February 2008
Tags: Olympus, Olympus mju 1200, photography, resolution, camera
We like:
Gorgeous styling; sturdy construction; simplicity of operation
We don't like:
Idiosyncratic controls; uninspired feature set; only takes xD cards
Also known as:
Olympus u [mju:] 1200
CNET UK judgement:
The Olympus mju 1200 is a slimline, capable point-and-shoot for those more interested in style than photography. A bare-bones feature set and some quirky controls mean that you're paying a premium for the gorgeous style and 12 megapixels
Full review:
If you're looking for classy styling, look no further than the Olympus mju 1200. This 12-megapixel point-and-shoot with a 3x optical zoom retails for £215, so we took it through its high-street paces to see if its performance and features justified the price tag. Continue Reading...
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