Olympus Stylus Tough 3000/mju Tough 3000

357 reviews

Apr, 2024

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durability (129)
usability (123)
portability (77)
image quality (65)
performance (52)

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battery (71)
reliability (18)
shutter (17)
lens (15)
viewfinder (4)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 357 reviews of Olympus Stylus Tough 3000/mju Tough 3000. The average rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviews about the portability and price are generally positive. The image quality and durability are also mentioned favorably, whereas there are some less positive opinions about the viewfinder and shutter. The image stabilizer and focus get mixed reviews.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Olympus Stylus Tough 3000/mju Tough 3000 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 86/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Olympus Stylus Tough 3000/mju Tough 3000

alaTest has collected and analyzed 44 user reviews of Olympus Stylus Tough 3000/mju Tough 3000 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the glare and portability. The image quality and durability also get good comments, but there are some negative reviews about the shutter and viewfinder.

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80% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Olympus Stylus Tough 3000/mju Tough 3000

alaTest has collected and analyzed 129 user reviews of Olympus Stylus Tough 3000/mju Tough 3000 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Comments about the design and price are generally positive. The usability and performance are also mentioned favorably. Many are critical about the shutter and image stabilizer, while the memory and screen get mixed reviews.

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70% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Duncan Evans (digicambuyer.co.uk)

Olympus µ TOUGH-3000

If there's one problem with taking your compact camera on holiday, it's the prospect of sand and water coming near your expensive gadget. The [mju:] Tough-3000 is set to counter such peril. The camera is rated waterproof to a depth of 3m thanks to...

Jul, 2010

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Expert review by (cameras.co.uk)

Olympus MJU Tough 3000

This is a fairly standard, robust digital camera. It is waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof. It can take a good snap shot, but I was concerned by its slow response times. That is a shame as I also found this camera easy to use.

Ease of use - USB battery charging - 0.6GB of built in memory - built in manual - robust features

Turn on time - shutter delay - LCD screen quality

I like the fact Olympus has added the current settings for main features down the side of the LCD screen. This means you can see instantly what the main settings are. It also makes them very easy to change. There is also a built in manual.

Apr, 2010

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Expert review by : Sandeep B (tech.firstpost.com)

Olympus Tough-3000

The Olympus Tough-3000 makes for a very versatile little family camera.

Jun, 2010

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Olympus Stylus Tough-3000

All in all, the Olympus STYLUS TOUGH-3000 digital camera can be judged as a high-end consumer performance camera. The camera need not be handled with utmost care since it features a waterproof, freeze-proof, and shockproof camera body. This model is...

Rugged- waterproof, freeze-proof, and shockproofFeatured- TruePic III Image Processor, plenty of enhancementsAffordable- great price for a high-end consumer digital cameraCompact- perfect size for any pocket, purse, or camping bag

Beatable- tough contender but still beatable in vast market

The Olympus STYLUS TOUGH-3000 is one of the several TOUGH-series cameras...

May, 2010

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Expert review by : Mark Goldstein (photographyblog.com)

Olympus Mju Tough 3000 Review

The Olympus Mju Tough 3000 (also known as the Stylus Tough 3000) is the newest member of Olympus' extensive range of shockproof and waterproof digital camera range. The Mju 3000 features high-definition video recording for the first time on a Tough...

The Mju Tough 3000 brings Olympus' all-action camera range to a wider audience thanks to it's budget price-tag, but at the expense of an ill-thought-out control system and below par image quality. Although it isn't quite as tough as previous models,...

Apr, 2010

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Expert review by : Jim Keenan (digitalcamerareview.com)

Olympus Stylus Tough 3000 Review

The waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof Olympus Stylus Tough 3000 can handle almost any adverse condition.

Good image, color quality ; Waterproof ; Shock resistant

Below average shutter lag and AF acquisition times ; Below average battery life

Image quality is good and the one-button video capture is a definite advantage considering the places and activities where the camera may see use. Shutter lag and AF acquisition times could be better but are not fatal. Battery life may be problematic...

Jun, 2010

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Olympus Mju Tough 3000

Really nice and its worth to buy it,great result and image quality is really nice

I haven't experience so far yet

Mar, 2011

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Olympus Mju Tough 3000

Small and compact. Easy to carry around in pocket without case. Freezeproof.

Had to remove glove to take picture as button was small which is not good for your hands in sub zero temperatures.

Feb, 2011

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Olympus Mju Tough 3000

made for heavy use

small buttons and zoom difficult

Feb, 2011

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Olympus Mju Tough 3000

Good looking and sturdy build. Very nice compact size which can easily fit into a pocket. Easy to use, and the menu system works well.

I can't seem to find a way of changing the default settings when the camera is switched on, I could on my previous Olympus. I would like the camera to start in 'Auto' mode very time rather than having to select it each time I turn the camera on.

Feb, 2011

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