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What is it: 12-megapixel compact with 10x wideangle zoom
What we think: Most superzooms won't fit in your pocket, but this one will, combining versatility with practicality
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 6 March 2009
Tags: Olympus, Olympus mju 9000, photography, performance, LCD
We like:
Good 10x wideangle zoom performance; compact dimensions; easy to make adjustments; good 'beauty' mode
We don't like:
Tendency towards overexposure; LCD is too high-contrast; xD-Picture Card and microSD support
CNET UK judgement:
Most people will find a compact superzoom with a 10x lens more practical than a much bulkier 20x superzoom, and the Olympus mju 9000 carries it off really well, proving just as pocketable as an ordinary compact. It's easy to use, responsive and delivers good results
Full review:
The 'miniaturised optics, maximised brilliance' philosophy of Olympus certainly applies to the new mju 9000, which packs a 10x optical zoom into a body no bigger than that of the average compact camera. And, at around £260, it's pocket-friendly in every sense. Continue Reading...
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