Olympus C-4040 ZoomOlympus introduces a top-of-the-line 4-megapixel model with noise reduction technology, optimum image enlargement, and newly designed interface<<Image Storage & Interface :(Previous) | (Next): Test Results & Conclusion>> Page 11:Video, Power, SoftwareReview First Posted: 07/23/2001 |
Video Out
The C-4040 Zoom
has a Video Out port that supports the NTSC timing format. (We assume that PAL
systems are available for European customers.) The video output can be used
for reviewing previously captured images and movies, or running slide shows
from the camera. It also shows all of the LCD menu screens, as well as the preview
display from the LCD viewfinder. Combined with the supplied infrared remote
control device, the C-4040 Zoom's video capabilities make the camera a unique
presentation device.
Power
The C-4040 Zoom
is powered by two CR-V3 lithium battery packs, four AA batteries (alkaline,
lithium, NiMH, or NiCd), or by an optional AC adapter that can significantly
extend battery life if you're doing a lot of downloads on the computer or working
in a studio environment.
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| Capture Mode, w/LCD |
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| Capture Mode, no LCD |
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| Image Playback |
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Like other Olympus cameras we've tested, the C-4040 Zoom is fairly conservative
in its use of battery power. You should be able to get at least two hours of
continuous operating time out of a freshly charged set of high-capacity NiMH
AA cells, even in the with the LCD enabled. Even the absolute worst case with
both LCD and continuous autofocus operation, you should get a good hour and
a half The biggest news with Olympus cameras though, is that they consume almost
no power when the LCD is turned off and they're waiting for the
next picture. This strikes us as a great feature, since it means you can comfortably
leave the camera turned on and ready to go all day long, without worrying about
draining the batteries. Being able to snap a photo in less than two seconds,
rather than 7 or 8 seconds (as required when starting up from a power-off condition)
could mean the difference between getting that once-in-a-lifetime vacation shot
or not.
Included Software
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The C-4040 Zoom comes with a nice complement of software on the supplied CD.
Direct camera control and image downloading are provided by Olympus' Camedia
Master software package (Version 2.5) for both Mac and Windows platforms (Macintosh
OS 8.6 and higher, Windows 98v2/Me/200 Pro). USB drivers for both platforms
and an Apple QuickTime reader are also included.
Camedia Master allows you to download and organize images, as well as perform
minor image correction and enhancement functions (such as adjusting contrast,
sharpness, and color balance). For panoramic images, Camedia Master supplies
a "stitching" utility to piece together shots vertically or horizontally.
A complete printing utility works with the DPOF settings and allows you to print
images directly to Olympus or other DPOF-compliant photo printers.
In the Box
The following items are included in the box:
- C-4040 Zoom digital camera
- 16MB SmartMedia card
- RM-1 Remote control
- Two CR-V3 lithium battery packs
- USB cable
- NTSC video cable
- Camedia Master 2.5 software CD-ROM
- Neck strap
- Lens cap with tether strap
- User manuals and registration card
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