Shoot without waiting--just like a traditional film camera. Real-time rapid shooting mode lets you focus, compose, and shoot without waiting between shots at all resolutions. This camera offers burst mode shooting at all resolutions with speeds up to two pictures per second. Four photo-recording modes let you choose the quality and size of your images--from SHQ 1,280 x 960 uncompressed photos to 640 x 480 VGA images. Image playback modes include automatic advance playback, an index mode with 4, 9, or 16 images, and a 3x inspection mode. With an optical 3x glass aspherical zoom lens, 2x digital telephoto, pop-up five-mode variable flash, and a resolution of 1.3 million megapixels, this Olympus digital camera offers top performance in a compact, easy-to-use package.
1 the love affair continues
I got this camera used as a gift from my stepfather, and it has been a love affair ever since. Having never used another digital camera I assumed that most cameras were just as fun. I have since realized that this thing is a gem. It is now 2004 and it is discontinued and seems to be going up in market value. The thing that I love the most about the camera after using other cameras is that it will take the picture when you press the button!!!!That is sooo important...the child turns to look at the camera and you have the picture! The other thing I love about it is that I can take night pictures with it. The camera doesn't question my judgement...it will let me shoot in pitch black and then I can take it back to the computer and pull the image out digitally.... They are selling much fancier cameras now...but I want another one of these..(even though mine is working fine)
2 Quality lasts!!...
I've had this camera for nearly 4 yaers and it is as good as new. Easy to use with all the features you will ever need - great picture quality after over a thousand pictures. If this camera ever dies, I will surely buy another Olympus.
3 The D-450 - Probably The Best In It's Class!
This camera is simply awesome. Take it from me, I'm no stranger to digital photography. I was using my Sharp digital camcorder to take digital still pictures but I was not very impressed with the results. Moreover, a camcorder is too bulky to haul around. So I decided to go with a smaller camera. I did a lot of research before settling on the D-450 camera from Olympus.
It is feature rich, looks very cute, and delivers pictures with a punch. It works effortlessly on my Windows XP. My favorite feature is the 3X optical zoom (digital zooms are generally useless). The LCD screen is crisp and clear, although it's use should be limited to preserve battery life (Use the LCD only to review already taken shots. Do not use it for taking pictures - use the viewfinder). The video output works great. I could go on and on. It's comnpatible with SmartMedia which, in my humble opinion, is the better storage medium.
Overall, I am quite impressed with the D-450 Zoom. It's simply a wonderful camera. I wouldn't expect less from Olympus. Regarding complaints about lack of a USB port for downloading: Just get a SmartMedia card reader. A good card reader costs less than twenty dollars and simplifies your life a lot. I personally use PNY SmartMedia card reader but any good card reader should do. Not only does a card reader download your pictures at blazingly fast speeds, you also save your batteries by not using your camera to download the pictures.
PS: If you are looking to save money, consider getting a refurbished camera. They come with a 90-day manufacturer's warranty and in most cases are essentially brand new cameras. I should know. I got mine refurbished :-)
4 Great camera
I love the camera. It is so easy to use.This is my first digital camera and within one hour after opening the box I was shooting with it and E-mailing the photos to my friends.I now carry it with me everywhere I go.Because I don't have to worry about film anymore.
5 Warning to Windows ME users
I have not used this camera, rather the D360L. However, when I upgraded to Windows ME (to take advantage of "My Pictures" and the built-in digital camera stuff), my camera wouldn't work. It wasn't in the driver list, so I contacted Olympus.
This was my response (read - "doesn't work - we're not doing anything abount it")
"The newer Olympus digital camera models -- D360L, D400Z, D450Z, D460Z, D490Z, C2000Z, C2020Z, C211Z, C2500L, C3000Z, C3030Z, and the C21 -- are not designed to use twain drivers, plug-ins, or the mini-apps to communicate with the computer. The Olympus Camedia utility software communicates with these camera models to download (copy) your picture files into a folder on your computer harddrive where they can be accessed by any software program that can use jpeg or tiff formatted graphic files. Only the following Olympus digital cameras are twain compliant: D200L, D220L, D300L, D320L, D340L, D340R, D500L, D600L, and D620L. Only the D200L and the D300L can not communicate using Camedia. "
6 The Beauty of Olympus Cameras
I have owned 12 Olympus cameras; all 35mm, and presently own two. In my mind, it is as fine a camera as money can buy. When I can afford a digital camera to use in my real estate office, it will be an Olympus, and preferably the D-450 Zoom. Realtor - Since 1945 (54 Years)
7 Good Bicycle Camera
I tried several digital cameras before settling on the Olympus 450. One of my greatest criteria was size and weight because I am a bicycle tourist, every ounce counts. If I dont want it hanging on my body for 4 or 5 weeks, it is too heavy/big. Also, since this is a visual record of my travel, quality of print outs was prime importance. I set my camera for SHQ. When printed on HP Photo paper, my prints are every bit as good as taken with my 35mm Olymus point and shoot. As a bike tourist, carrying extra 100mg or 200mg (now available) Smartmedia is better than carrying a 35 rolls of film. I store my photos on Zip Disks with a printout of content. Certainly more accessible than hunting old negatives.
8 Great digital camera for the beginner!
I bought this camera for my parents for christmas and we haven't owned a camera for 20 years. This up to date, technologically advanced camera is great for the beginner family with an easy to use instruction manual.
9 Great camera is getting better!
In a previous review I stated we purchased this camera before Christmas and had excellent results. We used only the automatic setting and it produced outstanding results without flash. This has turned into an outstanding camera for my wife, who refused to focus a 35mm.
Since initial use we continue to be impressed with the features and flexibility this camera gives us. We have been able to produce great shots, and with the ability to edit, enlarge etc.
Several observations and comments:
This camera will eat batteries. We purchased nicad rechargeable, and are getting similar life compared to Alkaline. Save some money here.
Purchase additional smart cards, (memory). We purchased two additional 16MB and have found that SHQ is the only way to go. You can't improve the quality once a picture is taken, but you sure can regret a poor quality photo.
We purchased Flashpath, and really don't use it. We found that the serial download is adequate. NO, YOU WON'T BE ABLE TO VIEW IN 5 MINUTES, but how many times will you need to? A 16 MB (full of SHQ) takes 15-20 minutes to download. I set it up, leave it and come back. We are blessed with extra drive space and have started designating a separate file for each photo set. You can do this with Windows Explorer before downloading. You can delete the ones you don't like, and by naming the sub files you create make it easy to locate and use pictures later.
We purchased Microsoft picture it 4.0. For most purposes we find it much easier to use than Adobe, and for the price very useful.
To sum up, my wife originally told me," you take the pictures, I'll just tell you which ones I want you to print", BOY HAS THIS CHANGED. The camera and software are so easy to use that she is taking pictures, downloading, editing, printing, AND TRANSMITTING FILES OVER THE INTERNET. She was telling a friend about an item she saw in a newspaper ad, She took a picture of the AD, downloaded the picture, and sent it, all in less than 5 minutes. We have only touched the surface of what we can accomplish with this camera. WE WOULD RECOMMEND IT TO EVERYONE WHO WHATS GOOD PHOTOS WITHOUT HAVING TO WORK AT IT!
10 Using for a month and LOVE IT!
As so many others have noted, this is a GREAT camera for the money. It's loaded with features seen only on more expensive digital cameras (changeable ISO values, great low light capability, a true optical zoom lens with the ability to add 2X digital zoom on top...I could go on and on about the *pros*.....there are so many!
Here are the *cons* I've picked up so far:
1. Camera does eats its four AA alkaline batteries quickly, especially if you use the LCD a lot. THE FIX: I purchased rechargeable 1400 mv NiMH Nexcells and a Maha C204F charger for under $40 online and neatly solved this problem.
2. Not the most intuitive menu and button system. THE FIX: reading the manual before trying to use does help. A *quick guide* sheet comes with the camera...keep it handy to figure out those features you don't use often. Now I know how to use the features that are important to me and don't have to refer to the manual any longer.
2. Manual is confusing with three languages/page. THE FIX: English is primarily on the left-hand pages so look there first. Dog-ear the content index page so it's easier to find what you are looking for later, and keep the one-page "quick guide" that comes with the camera handy.
4. If you are going to take panoramic photos, ONLY THE ***OLYMPUS*** SmartMedia CARDS WILL SUPPORT THIS FEATURE! If you purchase less-expensive brands like SanDisk, you won't be able to take panoramas. THE FIX: Purchase Olympus SmartMedia cards on auction sites or at bidding sites online...I bought my Olympus 32 mb card for $45 under the Olympus website price.
5. Slow photo download rate. First of all, I didn't find the serial port download overly slow, especially compared to other digital cameras. However, since camera has to be on during the download, I recommend purchasing an AC Adapter (doesn't have to be Olympus brand) to save on batteries. But if you're a speed freak, then THE FIX: Purchase either the USB or FlashPath Floppy Disk Adapter....either will speed up download time considerably.
Bottom line for me....best camera for the money, hands down! Buy one for yourself and see!
11 Recent purchase
I purchased this camera after reading the reviews and have not been disappointed. This camera is light and small enough and has all the functionality you would want (except if you're a professional photographer). Once you get familiar with the icons, the camera is pretty staright-forward. And if you're looking to buy rechargable batteries along with this camera, do not buy the Olympus ones. I bought the Kodak recharagble batteries and charger and they work fine. Another tip, get the PCMCIA card for faster uploads if you have the slot and get the Delkin Devices one, it is cheaper yet just as good. I saved myself quite a bit of money this way.
I also purchased an additonal 16 Mb NewMedia film card but you can buy other brands for cheaper. All you'll have to do is format the card and it'll work fine with this camera.
12 my first digital camera
I have been shoping for a digital camera and this one seemed to be the best one for the money.You will not find one any cheeper in stores, that is near me.I like to point out some fetures that the beginner user that I am,figured out.The zoom is quick to respond,you can take 122 pictures but the clearity of the print isn't great,you have to select 36 pics.It takes 4 AA batterys,and eats them up in no time.I recomend buying the recharable pack,also get the a\c adapter,it takes some time to download pictures to the pc.The software that came with the camara really supports the process,it's great!you can put your pictures on greeting cards,calenders,ect.I love the camara,still leaning how to use it,you will have to spend 2-3 hundred more to get something better
13 We wiil see . . .
I have a new ****osonic digital camera, higher end xxx2590. Had it for about 10 days, 14 day return policy. A lot of neat features including a modem card to send pics to computer or fax. (Really neat). The pics I took were inside requiring flash. Pics were printed directaly to an HP1000 PhotoSmart on photo paper. NOT HAPPY WITH SHARPNESS & BRIGHTNESS of photos. The Olympus D450 was recommended and after reading all these reviews, I am switching to the 450. I will be back to comment on the difference in about 10 -12 days. Hope it's as good as you all say it is. Posted 3 stars for now...! Hoping there will be 5 Stars. PCBob
14 Outstanding, versitile Camera
We purchased this just before Christmas. We have found the camera extremely easy to use, and produces excellent results. Great for general family use.
15 Olympus D450 is perfect
I received this camera for Christmas. It has made many wonderful pix to date. Love it. I would reccomend it to anyone. Great features and optical zoom that gets you in close. Download time slow. Needs a USB plug. Optional.
16 Fantastic Camera, A Must BUY
Run and buy this camera. I received this a xmas present, and have not stopped telling people about this amazing product. My mom, who is not very techy, loved taking pictures and found it very easy to use, but left the processing to me. The 3x Optical Zoom gives you great close-ups. The camera is very easy to use, once you figure out the menus. the flash is very powerful, can make a dark room at night look like a daytime picture. The video-out allows you to give friends and family a slide show of your favorite pictures. Color is superior to any other camera I have seen. I took pictures and printed on Epson 740 with Epson Photo Paper, my mom was amazed, she thought I had got my pictures developed at the store. The photo quality was fantastic. Buy a film reader, buy rechargeables and buy a 32mb smartmedia card (Holds 146 HQ Pictures). The included software is wonderful, went onto Win98 without any trouble. The software allows you to change backgrounds, really do amazing things with your pictures. I am really impressed with this product. The only drawback is the batteries it eats. (20 batteries in 8 days)
17 just got it
Just picked up my oly yesterday and already have taken about a dozen pics and emailed some and reprinted some. I am a true novice when it comes to cameras so for me to get that far that soon is saying something about this user friendly camera.I also bought the smart media writer which is really cool. Rechargable batteries are a must. Happy so far.
18 The Snapshooters Dream
Purchased this camera just before Christmas. Did not have time to read the owner's manual. The Christmas photos came out looking great. With a little more time under my belt. I read the owner's manual. Yesterday I took the camera to NYC for a family outing. The photo's looked fantastic. The ability to control the metering between spot and average really saved some of the strong backlight shots. The night photos with no flash...excellent quaity. I can't wait to print them to see just how good the resloution is.
19 Gadget Guy
This camera is a lot of fun! It's my first digital camera and I found it easy to get started taking pics. You do need to read the instruction manual if you want to do more than just basic picture taking. But in just a few minutes you can get going. Definitely get the flashpath adapter (it'll save a lot of time downloading pics to your PC). The panaramic "stitching" program that comes with it is really cool.
20 Great camera... once i read the manual.
I love this camera i feel like it has changed the way i look at digital photography. I recieved the camera and it was broken but theres always something. That was taken care of in no time. I read the never ending novel of a manual and was shortly after I was having fun and taking photo quality images this camera is for everyone it is easy to use and gives professional results. there is a feature for every thing zoom, macro lenz, five flashes, rapid shooting and more this camera is a great value its equivliant in other brands is twice the cost. Serial port downloads are quick and high in quality I reccomend that you do not waste money on a floppy adapter or usb downloader unless you use a imac,G3,or G4. Software bundle is a great collection and has everything you need. Im glad I went with Olympus.
21 D-450Z a great camera
I have enjoyed the versatility of the D-450Z, a first venture into digital cameras - a lot more fun and fast than freeze frames from 8mm. My only challenge was downloading the pics. Oh man that serial port is slow through the two software titles Olympus ships with the camera, but I made a discovery. Click on your camera in the file tree of Windows Explorer. The preview of your pictures comes up fast. Copy to the folder you wish, name the files, and then use the Camedia software to edit the pictures. Very cool. A must buy!
22 A Nice buy!
The overall quality and performance of the camera is very good. Images produced at the SHQ (super high quality) setting are of higher quality than those produced with most conventional cameras. I am happy with my purchase and would recommend it to others.
23 Solid Product
I am very pleased with this camera. I purchased it because itis more like a "real" camera than other digicams I haveseen. I like being able to choose "film speeds" and aperature settings as on a 35 mm. This is my first digital camera, so it took a couple days to get used to all the controls. However, the camera takes great pictures on fully-automatic mode, so you can start taking snapshots right away. I also found that pictures in daylight turn out much sharper than night-time flash photos. Maybe I just need more practice with the flash settings.
I would recommend rechargeable batteries (I purchased the less-expensive Kodak NiMH batteries instead of the Olympus brand). I would also highly recommend a USB SmartMedia card reader (if you have a Mac or Windows 98). I bought a Fuji USB reader, and it makes transferring your photos to your PC a snap. It was easy to install, and it appears as a removable drive in Windows Explorer. So I just use Explorer to cut and paste from the card to my hard drive.
The software is also pretty good. The panorama stitching software looks pretty cool, but I have yet to test it out.
"Every time you close the lens cover, it hits the lens." Not so. You close the lens cover to the half-way point, the lens will retract, and then you fully close the cover. Second, "You have to turn the camera off in order to preview your pictures on the LCD." Again, not true. You can leave the lens cover open, and "double-click" on the display button. This allows you to preview your pics on the LCD.
24 Photo-Snappin' Grandma
Purchased the 450Z after a lot of research, have had it for a couple months now and absolutely LOVE it. Agree with other comments on slow (frustrating) D/L speed using the serial cable, and definitely recommend the FlashPath reader. Before you jump to buy a cheaper camera, take into consideration the features that the 450Z offers that, even if you're a novice, you'll probably not want to live without, i.e., optical zoom, 8MB memory card included, and photo settings usually found only on high-end cameras (overcast conditions, fluorescent lighting, etc.) One of the best features I used this week was the ability to take great photos of my newborn grandson on the delivery table with the flash OFF! Auto shutter-speed compensated for the flash off and produced extraordinary photos! All digicams are battery hogs, but I was able to take about 120 photos (med res) before replacing them (I rarely use the LCD monitor, and never use battery power for D/L'ing pics). You MUST read the manual from cover to cover before using the camera for the first time, but now I only refer to it when using a setting I don't normally use. AC/DC port is not standard and I was forced to get a converter from Radio Shack that has several different adapter plugs (cheap). PhotoShop Home Deluxe s/w included, but BEWARE -- make sure your PC video card drivers are up-to-date. Go to your PC-makers website and D/L the latest updates before installing this s/w. I had major conflicts with the video drivers req'd by PhotoShop and the 18-month old drivers on my Gateway. All in all, I am extremely satisfied with the 450Z. The only improvements I'd recommend to Olympus is replacing the serial D/L connection with a USB compatible one, making the camera a little more user-friendly so the manual is not so indispensable, changing the AC/DC input to something more standard, and include a FlashPath adapter with the camera. Unless you abhor reading manuals and instructions, you won't go wrong with this camera.
25 Will Change Your Attitude About Taking Pictures
This is an excellent, well-designed product that you won't want to leave at home no matter where you go. Picture quality is excellent and with a SmartMedia adapter to make transferring pictures to your PC easy, you won't miss the old tradition of developing film. Despite some opinions, battery life for this camera is good compared to others I've used. A charger would be a good investment, though. All in all, the ease of a point-and-shoot with professional features tastefully integrated--a tough camera to beat.
26 Could Not Be Any More Pleased!
I am one who always jumps into new tech stuff during the first or second wave. I have been holding off on a digital camera purchase for more of a value reason than anything else. When I saw this camera loaded with features combined with my experience with Olympus, I knew I was time to buy. I was still slightly fearful that the process from taking shot to downloading it to my harddrive would be cumbersome; however, this was not true.
The software that comes with this camera is powerful yet straight foward and easy to use. The images are great and a lot of fun to have instantly. IT WORKS JUST LIKE A GOOD AUTO FOCUS 35MM.
Cons: Uses batteries quick if you use the LCD and during the download to PC process. It takes a long time to download a 8mb smartmedia card (30-40 pics @ medium quality). It does not come with a case. The LCD is just below the optical eye opening so your fat nose smudges the LCD screen everytime you take a picture.
FINAL WORD: BUY IT --- IT'S GREAT along with: 1. Case 2. Rechargable Batteries 3. Get a 3.5" Floppy Smartmedia Reader and skip the download process all together.
27 THE BEST FOR TWICE THE $$$$$$$Ø
THE D450 IS MY SECOND DIGITAL CAMERA. MY FIRST WAS THE D200L WHICH I STILL USE IS NOW 4 YEARS OLD. I ALMOST BOUGHT THE C2000Z UNTIL I SAW THE 450 , UNLESS YOU ARE SHOOTING PICS FROM 300 FEET AWAY WHO NEEDS A 2 MEGAPIXLE CAMERA OR THE GIANT FILE THAT IT CREATES. THE 3 LANGUAGE MANUAL NEEDS TO GO (HERE ME OLYMPUS ! ) IF YOU PLAN ON PRINTING PICS , I HAVE AN HP970 WHICH DOES THE BEST JOB I HAVE SEEN ANYWHERE, IF YOU HAVE A XXXXX PRINTER I AM VERY SORRY... I GAVE AWAY 3 XXXXXX (A 610 & 2 5000'S - SLOW IS ONLY GOOD FOR KETCHUP) GET A USB CARD READER-- VERY FAST-- ONLY WAY TO GO-- & A 32 MB CARD & 3 OR 4 SETS OF NICADS, YES NICADS- MUCH CHEAPER. I AM STILL USING 2 SETS THAT ARE LEFT OVER FROM THE D200 THAT ARE AT LEAST 2 YEARS OLD. I HAVE RECHARGED THE BATTRIES ONCE A WEEK OR MORE FOR OVER 2 YEARS & TAKEN THOUSANDS OF PICTURES WITH THEM. LOOK TO SPEND ABOUT $250.00 ON TOP OF THE CAMERA WITH THE BATTS, 32MB CARD & USB READER.
28 Amazing Camera, Amazing Price!
I bought this camera because my wife was tired of scanning pictures for online auctions. When I saw how good the pictures were, and how well they printed on an HP PhotoSmart printer (even the 640x480 as an 8x10 was beautiful!) I realized I had a great match! Get NiMH batteries, for sure, but you can use it without the screen and save power. Also, Olympus sells (and you can get it here at Amazon) a PCMCIA adapter for the SmartMedia cards, which pretends to be a spare hard drive. Cool! Get the 16 or 32 MB Card if you take lots of pics, but at lowest res I get 240+ pics on a 16MB chip.
29 Excellent camera for the money.
Bang for buck, this is THE best and most versatile all around digital camera to get. I recommend that you buy 8 NiMH batteries and a charger. The supplied alkaline batteries are just to get you started. I also recommend a 16 or 32 MB memory card if you intend to use this camera while disk adapter. It does come with a serial cable for PC and Mac as well as a video cable for viewing on your TV.
For turning your digital photos into real prints, I've had good luck with EZ Prints (www.ezprints.com). You use their free software to send them your photos and your prints arrive in the mail. This overcomes the last drawback of digital cameras. There may be other similar services that do this so shop around for the best picture you just took, just double-click the 'screen' button. This way you won't have to close the camera to switch modes.
30 Great Value for a digital camera
Great camera for under $500 range. Takes about 30 mins. to figure out all the features and functions. Could have been shorter if manual was easier to read, they combine all 3 lang on all the pages. Get yourself some NI-MH recarchable batteries, they will last you 150-200 shots. Also, get a 32meg SM card (olympus brand if you can find them) and a SmartCard USB reader for faster transfers to your PC.
31 Great product,perfect size with good quality
Get a 32MB Smartmedia card and you will not need anything else. That stores about 150 high res pictures.
32 The 450Z could be the best digital camera for the money.
I started out thinking I was still a year away from affording a new digital camera with the features I wanted. I decided to hold out for a zoom lens and at least 1024 x 768 resolution, or wait. After a lot of research, I knew I wanted an Olympus, because of their excellent optics and their camera-first, digital-device-second approach, and because my Olympus 35mm point-and-shoot had served me well.
I thought my best deal would be on a used or discontinued model; however, because the original price of the 500L, 600L, and 400Z had been so high (in the $800-1200 range), the asking prices for these had not come down as much as I'd hoped, and what I had to be willing to pay had crept up as I shopped. When I saw what the 450Z was going for, I whipped out my credit card. Now that I've played around with it for a few weeks, I can't imagine there's a better digital camera for the money right now. I've compared with a couple of friends that have Nikon CoolPix cameras, and I suppose there's something that's better about them, but I can't honestly tell you what that would be, and the Nikon is twice the money!
The 450Z is an improved version of the well-received 400Z, but at a radically lower street price. Some of this is due to the packaging -- the 450Z leaves out the FlashPath floppy adapter (typically $70-90 alone) that was standard in the 400Z -- but clearly the manufacturing costs are coming down rapidly.
This camera performs incredibly well on the bottom-line measurement: It takes stunningly detailed and accurate pictures under a wide variety of conditions.
We've gotten used to accepting less than perfection for pictures taken in other than bright sunlight at normal distances. The 450Z adds several categories of picture-taking where you can now get predictable results: Flash, macro (including with flash), indoor lighting, low light, etc. There are just enough features to make the camera useful over the range of conditions, but not so many as to intimidate the snap-shooter. Because of the intelligence of the autofocus, exposure control, and white balance, it is still a great point-and-shoot camera.
Many features are related to getting the picture right at the right resolution, such as spot metering, exposure override, mode (resolution), different flash modes, macro, etc. Other features are related to viewing and managing the pictures you've taken. You can plug the camera into a VCR or TV monitor (RCA video jack) and give a quick slideshow of what's in memory. You can get around the small size of the LCD display (and this is one of the better ones) by zooming in on one segment (out of a 3 x 3 grid) of an image, to make sure the detail is there.
One other feature that other reviewers have found important: The 450Z will store images uncompressed, if you choose (the file size is huge); most other cameras up to this point perform at least some compression, even on high-quality settings.
The only thing I couldn't do well -- and this may just take some practice -- is action shots. All digital cameras have some lag between the time you decide to pull the trigger and the time the image is committed to memory, and this takes some getting used to, but the 450Z is quicker in this respect than its earlier counterparts. One significant feature is the "burst mode", which allows you to keep capturing images (about 1-2 a second) as long as the shutter button is pressed, and until the buffer fills up (seems to be about 6-10 images).
Most of us get into digital because of the cost and overhead of dealing with film and processing, only to have to scan prints or pay extra to the processor for digital images from film. Depending on resolution, you can get up to 122 images onto the standard 8MB memory card before unloading, and that's very liberating -- no more agonizing over whether to take another shot! However, once you play around with it a while, the mind starts to boggle at the possibilities, and film cameras seem like Stone-Age technology (especially since we are approaching the resolution of film with the million-plus pixels you can store in an image now).
The 450Z is a milestone in the improvement of digital cameras, a quantum leap in value vs. features and quality, even compared to other Olympus cameras. You won't believe how easy it is to get breath-taking digital photos. Get one!
