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Note: This camera was first sold in Aug 2005. It has been replaced by the Olympus FE-210.
Olympus FE-120

Olympus FE-120

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HQ Grade: C-
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 4 out of 5
"Very Good Camera"
  • 5 out of 5
"Operation"
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Editors' Comments

Olympus style for the novice photographer, the impressive 6 megapixel FE-120 is a spectacular deal for under $200. The Olympus FE-120 wants to be the new user's best friend, and at such an affordable price it seems like a friend indeed. The 6 megapixel sensor is a good start, and if you can deal with the fact that the camera's movie mode is silent... read more

Specifications

  • 6 megapixels
  • 3x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • autofocus
  • program auto exposure
  • ISO 50-320
  • JPEG file format
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Q: 3month old olympus fe 170----it switches on the lens protrudes--shows menu data ,lcd lights up no visual display then switches off.
A: There currently is no firmware update. But when/if there is, you can find it here.What I recommend is resetting your... read more
Q: please help me to choose. olympus FE 150 or FE 160?
A: Hi there,I think that the biggest difference is the megapixels- FE-150 has five and FE-160 has six. The only other... read more

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  • 3.75 out of 5

Average rating based on 32 total reviews: 3.75/5

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  • 4 out of 5
Very Good Camera (Simon - 12/20/06)

I bought this camera for my wife as a christmas gift, and I have been trying it out. It is a very very good camera... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Operation ( - 11/22/05)

This camera is very easy to operate and understand, the quality of pictures is fantastic, it would give my cannon A-1 a run for it's... read more

  • 5 out of 5
better than the best ( - 10/24/05)

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Professional Reviews

  • 2.9 out of 5
A genuine bargain (CNET - 12/7/05)

This CNET reviewer isn't impressed by this budget camera, but is willing to concede that the price and features make it desirable for those looking to save some money. Take a closer look and consider the reviewer's argument to see if this is the camera you are looking for. read original review

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