Olympus FE-340
Olympus FE-340
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Olympus FE-340
Editor's Review
The FE-340 offers 8-megapixel resolution, Face Detection, Digital Image Stabilization, Perfect Shot Preview and three in-camera Help Guides so you can learn on the go at the touch of a button. It's not a stunner, but the FE-340 is meant to be an affordable option for budget-minded consumers.
Specifications
- 8 Megapixels
- 5x optical zoom
- Face Detection
- Digital Image Stabilization
- Avi Movie with Sound
- Exposure Modes
- ISO Range 64-3200
- JPEG File Formats
- 2.7 inch LCD with Backlight Boost
- 48MB Internal Memory, takes up to 2GB xD cards
- Li-ion Rechargeable Battery
- Part Number: FE340SILVER
- UPC: 4545350014940
- Release Date: Jan 01, 2008
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Olympus FE-340 Comments & Questions (write your own!)
jessica (11/07/2011)
when i turn on the Olympus fe-340 the lense goes in an out while the light flashes then shuts off i got it to come on twice and take a few pictures now its back to the in and out thing again what is going on is this common?
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William Brewer (06/29/2011)
when we try to turn on our olympus fe340, the light flashes then it turns off.
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Liam McCabe (06/29/2011)
Battery could be dead.
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Olympus FE-340 (Herman — 10/31/2010)
unable to autofocus and lens stays out on shut down.
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Flash Issue (TonyA — 09/17/2010)
I seem to have a problem with the Flash. If the Battery has been left out for 12 hours or more, when re-inserted the Flash operates for the first two pictures taken and then does not flash again. I've tried to update the Firmware using the Olympus Master software and it tells me that i have the latest. Anybody else had this or has any ideas?
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by James DeRuvo (09/17/2010)
Are you using the recommended battery types? Have you cleaned your contacts lately? Often, if you're using alkaline batteries and the flash requires something with more punch, they can make the batts "tired" faster. Look over the manual for the recommended battery types and stick to them.
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Flash Issue (TonyA — 09/18/2010)
James,
Thanks for the info.
Yes, i'm using the Supplied Olympus Battery and i have fully chanrged it as well!
I've just re-inserted the Battery after another 12+ hours and it doesn't flash at all now.
Can the Flash/Sensor be replaced by opening the back up? (Not averse to a bit of DIY trickery)
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Thanks for the info.
Yes, i'm using the Supplied Olympus Battery and i have fully chanrged it as well!
I've just re-inserted the Battery after another 12+ hours and it doesn't flash at all now.
Can the Flash/Sensor be replaced by opening the back up? (Not averse to a bit of DIY trickery)
alora (06/07/2010)
my camreas lens keeps going in and out and doesnt allow me to take pictures why? and how do i fix this?
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Chris Weigl (06/09/2010)
Sounds like you have something like sand or dirt stuck in the lens mechanism. You'll need to send it in to be repaired.
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Britny (05/06/2010)
I just got a new xd Olympus picture card for this camera and it won't stay in the slot. What do I do? I have pictures saved on it and when I go to view them in my camera it says picture error and I can only view some of them
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by James DeRuvo (05/06/2010)
If after installing it (and hearing the slight click) the card is "falling" out, you'll need to repair it.
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Duncan C. Cunningham (01/23/2010)
Operating manual for FE-340
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Liam McCabe (01/28/2010)
olympusamerica.com/cpg_sect... English or French.
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whats wrong with my camera? (yoitbematta — 01/05/2010)
my olympus fe-340 just deleted all my pictures on my memory card and when i turn it on it says the memory card is full meanwhile theres no pictures on it? i have a 2 gb card.
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by James DeRuvo (01/06/2010)
I'd take the card out and plug it into a USB card reader. Chances are the images are still there and you should get them off and onto your computer right away. Then I'd format the card. It isn't uncommon for a digital camera to have trouble reading the cards that it uses. It's usually the sign that your card is about to go south and it's time to get a new one.
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Larry (01/13/2010)
Card readers solve all kinds of problems getting images from card to computer. These cards do die for no obvious reason. If using a card reader and Picasa3 software (free from Google) to download the images does not work, then you may need some Rescue software to get those images downloaded. The image data is almost always there but may require some detective work to get at them. Once you do get those images in your computer, I would trash the card. Also a good opportunity to get at least two cards so you have one for backup in the field or on vacation etc.
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Has anyone had a problem with closing the A/V door and if so did you solve it? (Wall03 — 07/09/2009)
First time I opened it to use the USB cable and it just will not close tight almost like the two little flexable straps that hold it when its open will not go back in.
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by James DeRuvo (07/09/2009)
There may be some dirt inside there. Try to some canned air. Gently pull out the door and close it back in.
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leoofferman (08/31/2009)
It happened to me too. The rubber straps may have been over extended. I used a very small striaght screwdriver to poke the straps back into the camera by pushing them in from the top side of the door. It then closed normally.
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Can you use this camera as a webcam? (angelap — 07/04/2009)
By like hooking it up to your computer. My dad thought you could but he can't figure out how to
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by James DeRuvo (07/04/2009)
Not likely. We get this question pretty often and the thing is, there needs to be drivers to do it. And most simply don't make them. Sony may though. Then there's the focusing issues, power issues etc. A better option is to use a camcorder. It has autofocus and firewire which is a much wider pipeline for video than the USB connections for webcam.
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Does Panorama work with >1G Olympus XD memory cards? (19daveh — 01/06/2009)
Bought a new 2G Olympus XD memory card with my new FE-340 camera. I've not been able to do Panorama pictures with the 2G XD. However, when I put a 1G Olympus XD in the camera, it does do Panorama pictures.
Is anyone else having this problem? I've looked on the Olympus wed site, and I don't see a camera firmware update.
Should I return the camera as defective?
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Is anyone else having this problem? I've looked on the Olympus wed site, and I don't see a camera firmware update.
Should I return the camera as defective?
by James DeRuvo (01/07/2009)
Sounds to me like your camera has a 1G ceiling.
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bukit97 (01/08/2009)
Perhaps the real reason is you have overlooked the fact that only Olympus xD card can record Panoramic pictures.
You probably bought xD cards made by other manufacturers.
There should be nothing wrong with the camera.
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You probably bought xD cards made by other manufacturers.
There should be nothing wrong with the camera.
19daveh (01/08/2009)
As I said in the original post. Camera is new. with NEW OLYMPUS 2G memory card. Panaroma is supposed to work when you use "Olympus" memory cards. Has anyone else tried Panorama with a 2G Olympus memory card?
From the Olympus Manual: "Compatible Cards - xD-Picture Card (16MB - 2GB) (Type H/M, Standard)"
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From the Olympus Manual: "Compatible Cards - xD-Picture Card (16MB - 2GB) (Type H/M, Standard)"
bukit97 (01/08/2009)
Looking through the answers, there was no suggestion that the camera is not new.
However, for Panorama, only cards purchased from Olympus works, although Fiji, Sandisk, Lexar also produce xD cards.
If the card does not work, as stated in the <a href="olympus.co.uk/consumer/imag... Olympus camera - card compatibility chart </a>, then the card should be returned for a new one.
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However, for Panorama, only cards purchased from Olympus works, although Fiji, Sandisk, Lexar also produce xD cards.
If the card does not work, as stated in the <a href="olympus.co.uk/consumer/imag... Olympus camera - card compatibility chart </a>, then the card should be returned for a new one.
19daveh (01/09/2009)
I think the problem may be more insidious. My 2Gb memory card is an Olympus brand Type M+ 2Gb that I bought with the camera, and according to the chart you found... it is compatible. However, my 1Gb card is an Olympus brand Type M 1Gb and Panorama does work with it. The 2Gb Type M+ Olympus card does work for "everything" except Panorama. So, what I think is going on is the firmware in the camera does NOT recognize Type M+ Olympus memory cards to enable Panorama.
Given, I can't find any Non-Type M+ 2Gb Olympus brand memory cards locally.... Olympus should issue a "firmware" update for the camera to fix this problem. While, Panorama picture capability wasn't my primary reason for purchasing the camera. I was looking forward to doing so when on vacation this summer. I just bought a two pack of Olympus Brand 2Gb cards before I discovered this problem from Office Max on sale for less than $30... and I'd bet at this point neither of them will work for Panorama pictures in the camera.
I'm starting to think that returning the camera/memory as defective is just what it'll take to get Olympus to do something about this.
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Given, I can't find any Non-Type M+ 2Gb Olympus brand memory cards locally.... Olympus should issue a "firmware" update for the camera to fix this problem. While, Panorama picture capability wasn't my primary reason for purchasing the camera. I was looking forward to doing so when on vacation this summer. I just bought a two pack of Olympus Brand 2Gb cards before I discovered this problem from Office Max on sale for less than $30... and I'd bet at this point neither of them will work for Panorama pictures in the camera.
I'm starting to think that returning the camera/memory as defective is just what it'll take to get Olympus to do something about this.
bukit97 (01/09/2009)
I won't rule out the possibility of camera/memory as defective as stated in your last sentence.
However, if the 2 gb card does everything except panorama, ........ there is more reason to show it to Olympus.
Perhaps I should not elaborate on my suspicion because I have not seen the card personally, but I am sure after close examination, Olympus can tell you more.
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However, if the 2 gb card does everything except panorama, ........ there is more reason to show it to Olympus.
Perhaps I should not elaborate on my suspicion because I have not seen the card personally, but I am sure after close examination, Olympus can tell you more.
by James DeRuvo (01/09/2009)
Well its very possible that whatever files the xD card needs are corrupted. Since the camera works in panorama with the 1G, I highly doubt the camera is the issue here. My suggestion is to contact Olympus and request another card citing a defective one. Or, buy a new one.
But don't let this prevent you from shooting pans on your trip. Just take a bunch of pictures overlapping the edges and then stitch them together using Adobe Photoshop Elements Photomerge feature.
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But don't let this prevent you from shooting pans on your trip. Just take a bunch of pictures overlapping the edges and then stitch them together using Adobe Photoshop Elements Photomerge feature.
19daveh (01/09/2009)
GIMP also works for stitching photo's together. But Adobe would certainly be more automated. Which is why I wanted to use the Olympus SW to stitch the images together... its automated, and free... with the camera.
When I get a chance, I'll see what the Memory Card signatures are... and try one of the other Olympus brand 2Gb memory cards I have to see what its signature is. That might give some more clues about what is going on.
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When I get a chance, I'll see what the Memory Card signatures are... and try one of the other Olympus brand 2Gb memory cards I have to see what its signature is. That might give some more clues about what is going on.
19daveh (01/26/2009)
I finally got brave, and opened my New twin pack of Olympus XD 2G M+ cards. They both worked for Panorama mode in the camera.
The other new Olympus Brand 2G M+ card, when I put it back in generated an error... and asked me if I wanted to "erase/Format" the card... Instead of doing that. I took it out, and used a pencil eraser to clean the contacts. When I re-inserted the card. Panorama mode worked, and I was able to take Panorama pictures with it.
So, if the card has a problem again... I plan to take it back to the store and exchange it for a different card.
-Dave
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The other new Olympus Brand 2G M+ card, when I put it back in generated an error... and asked me if I wanted to "erase/Format" the card... Instead of doing that. I took it out, and used a pencil eraser to clean the contacts. When I re-inserted the card. Panorama mode worked, and I was able to take Panorama pictures with it.
So, if the card has a problem again... I plan to take it back to the store and exchange it for a different card.
-Dave
by James DeRuvo (01/26/2009)
Sounds like there was some "smutz" or dirt, dust, oil that was obscuring the connection. Happens a lot.
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Spot on the LCD and Photos (Quazi Ahmed Hussain (Dhaka, BD) — 12/17/2008)
My red FE-340 is like a sweet lady in off mood. A black spot started appearing on the LCD monitor and photos just after two weeks since buying the product early Oct08. Finally, after evaluating different possibilites, I've come to the conclusion that the CCD needs to be replaced. Is there any other choice?
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by James DeRuvo (12/19/2008)
How long have you had it? You could return it if only a few weeks old. But if you decide to replace it, contact Olympus and ask them about an RMA return. This is where the company will return it and either repair or replace it at no charge. If they balk, get your credit card company involved.
But first, you could try resetting the camera. But I'm sure you've already been down that road.
"sweet lady in an off mood." Nice prose!
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But first, you could try resetting the camera. But I'm sure you've already been down that road.
"sweet lady in an off mood." Nice prose!
19daveh (01/06/2009)
If you registered your camera purchase with Olympus, they give you a few more months extra on the warranty. Otherwise, two weeks is pretty short time for problems. If you haven't already done so. you could just return it to the store as defective, and ask for an exchange. I've always had excellent luck with all of my previous Olympus cameras.
I assume you've made sure your lense is clean and free of spots.
Here is the Olympus Service & Repair URL: olympusamerica.com/cpg_sect...
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I assume you've made sure your lense is clean and free of spots.
Here is the Olympus Service & Repair URL: olympusamerica.com/cpg_sect...
Black spot on the LCD monitor and images. (Quazi Ahmed Hussain (Dhaka, BD) — 12/06/2008)
I bought one FE-340 two months ago. It was excellent. But suddenly, after 2 weeks as I was learning various ways to shoot better pictures; a black spot started appearing on the monitor. It is visible on the images as well. Could anyone kindly let me know what causes this problem and how this can be rectified? Please note I know that I need to take it to vendor but I would like to know the details. Thank you.
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by James DeRuvo (12/12/2008)
Have you cleaned the lens? Use a microfibre cloth to clean it real good. Then, I would do is reset the camera. This is a fairly easy procedure which involves either going into your setup menu and choosing "reset" (or intialize), holding down the menu key for 5 seconds, or, removing the batteries for a few minutes. It may be that the firmware loading got corrupted and the camera just needs to be "rebooted," which is something that turning it on/off won't accomplish. But after which, you should have the camera reset to factory default settings.
If it still appears, you should probably send it to Olympus for a warranty repair.
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If it still appears, you should probably send it to Olympus for a warranty repair.
Ability to print date/time stamp is grayed out. (celtic60 — 09/30/2008)
The date and time is properly set but the primary purpose for this camera was to have it printed on the photo. When going into "custom print" the date and time options are grayed out. How does one set this camera to print the date and time on the photo?
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bukit97 (10/03/2008)
Let's trace the steps in Custom Print again :
From Custom Print
steps :
a. set print mode
b. set print paper
c. select picture to print
select " more "
d. under more
select " number of prints "
under date :
select " with "
e. select " print "
If the steps are correct, it should print the date, otherwise I would expect something else is wrong and you have to use a third party " time stamp software " such as <a href="freedownloadscenter.com/Mul... MagiTime </a> to print the date on the pictures.
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From Custom Print
steps :
a. set print mode
b. set print paper
c. select picture to print
select " more "
d. under more
select " number of prints "
under date :
select " with "
e. select " print "
If the steps are correct, it should print the date, otherwise I would expect something else is wrong and you have to use a third party " time stamp software " such as <a href="freedownloadscenter.com/Mul... MagiTime </a> to print the date on the pictures.
celtic60 (10/09/2008)
It appears the small HP 4X6 printer is simply not compatible with the Olympus FE-430 when it comes to camera options. After loading the Olympus Master 2 software on a computer, options in the software allow for date/time stamping when printing to a regular desktop printer....not quite as convenient but bearable. Thanks for your input.
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When I try to turn on my Olympus FE-340 the power light flahses, it makes a clicking noise, but then turns off after about 5 seconds. (jcburtt — 09/25/2008)
The lens does not move in or out or anything. I can turn it on with the preview button and that mode works fine lcd lights up and all, but then when I try and switch to photograph mode it does the same thing. Makes a few clicking sounds, the power light flashes red 5 times, no lens movement, and then it just turns off. Do I perhaps have a faulty lens mechanism? Only a little over a month old so I'm still under warranty, just don't want to send it out if I don't have to.
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Aditya D (09/30/2008)
It sounds like there's a problem with your lens, either its stuck or a mechanism broke. Try visiting this site to repair it, or take it to a camera repair shop: camerarepair.blogspot.com/2... . Hope this helps.
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by James DeRuvo (09/30/2008)
Agreed. But I'm thinking the lens may have gotten out of alignment. It's a common problem in point and shoot cameras. The best bet is to send it in for a warranty repair. That's what it's there for. And as long as you didn't drop it and it's an impact damage issue, you should get it back fairly quickly. But you can try to cycle the camera on/off several times to see if the camera will work it's way free.
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I try to turn my Olympus FE 340 on and the power light flashes and the lense goes in and out and then it turns off (askrach — 06/13/2008)
Its not even am month old and it was perfectly fine last night I just turned it on this morning and it started doing this. I thought maybe the battery was dead and it couldnt even turn on but whenever the battery has been dead before it says, battery empty and doesnt turn on just makes a noise. So whats wrong with it?
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by James DeRuvo (06/13/2008)
Usually, in a case like this, the camera lens is out of alignment. Was it dropped, perhaps? If your camera is still under warranty, the best thing you can do have Canon should fix it.
If your camera is out of warranty, or if Olympus refuses to repair it for free, the one thing you can try is to If you gently, and I do mean GENTLY push against the lens with the PALM of your hand as you turn it on, it may cause it to depress back into the camera. If that doesn't work, and you can't reset it or turn it on/off several times, then you may have to send it in for a repair estimate anyway.
Another option is that it may just have some condensation inside it. You could try putting it in a ziplock with about a cup of uncooked rice. The rice quickly sucks up the surrounding moisture. Make sure the environment is free from excess humidity, drop the camera in a container of rice and let it sit. For a better desiccant, it'd be a good idea to store all those little silica gel packets that come in anything from shoe boxes to moisture-sensitive gadgets.
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If your camera is out of warranty, or if Olympus refuses to repair it for free, the one thing you can try is to If you gently, and I do mean GENTLY push against the lens with the PALM of your hand as you turn it on, it may cause it to depress back into the camera. If that doesn't work, and you can't reset it or turn it on/off several times, then you may have to send it in for a repair estimate anyway.
Another option is that it may just have some condensation inside it. You could try putting it in a ziplock with about a cup of uncooked rice. The rice quickly sucks up the surrounding moisture. Make sure the environment is free from excess humidity, drop the camera in a container of rice and let it sit. For a better desiccant, it'd be a good idea to store all those little silica gel packets that come in anything from shoe boxes to moisture-sensitive gadgets.
Hugh M (08/26/2008)
Mine did the same but after a couple of days I went to it and it started right up. Then it did it again and I found the reply from James. I have never dropped it but do put it in my pocket; on close examination there was the slightest of dents on the lens outer ring (with the detail engraved on it) suggesting that perhaps there had been pressure applied. I tried James's idea to no avail, I then "pinged" it (finger flick) lightly on the outer ring and it booted up next try. I guess the camera is more flimsy than I had thought and my lense release method will only work a few times before the camera takes terminal offense.
How did you make out Rachel?
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How did you make out Rachel?
by James DeRuvo (08/29/2008)
That's a good point, Hugh. The teeth on these rails are extremely finely milled and get more and more fine as cameras get smaller and smaller and zooms get longer and longer. Alignment issues become almost imminent.
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Vish (10/17/2008)
Even my camera started behaving in same manner...Do you guys have any better idea to fix it...Any of the above are not working for me...Please help me out with this...
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by James DeRuvo (10/19/2008)
Well, at this point, you're probably looking at talking to tech support about it for repair. Is it still under warranty?
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Nicky (01/06/2009)
My Olympus FE-340 do the same thing .. but when I put the USB ON it's all OK ;(
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K (01/11/2009)
Hugh,I was wondering if you tried out the video on your camera yet and if so what was it that you did videos of and how did they come out.
K
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K
th1alb (04/02/2009)
My Olympus FE-340 is doing this $hit too. I only had it for at most a month. Sad thing is that I bought it on vacation because my previous Olympus camera broke too - what a shame.
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by James DeRuvo (04/02/2009)
Well, at this point, you should send it in for repair while your warranty is still in force. I tried searching for a service advisory at Olympus, but there isn't one. Still, I'd send contact Olympus for a warranty repair.
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Mr C (08/12/2009)
How can I reset my Olympus FE-340 camera? Is there a reset switch/button, I can reach or push with a small pen, or go into the setup of the camera and reset it to default or something?
Mr C.
Email: RandalBC@Yahoo.com
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Mr C.
Email: RandalBC@Yahoo.com
Kyle (11/04/2009)
James!
Great work sir. I used my thumb just as he said, wouldnt let the lens extend for a moment, then it popped on! Thank you so much!
Kyle
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Great work sir. I used my thumb just as he said, wouldnt let the lens extend for a moment, then it popped on! Thank you so much!
Kyle
hi i just bought a card for the camera and it says not intilize what i do i (darlynn — 05/10/2008)
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by James DeRuvo (05/12/2008)
Format it. Go into the settings menu and find the format utility. Format the card and you should be good to go.
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what abut picture quality of fe-340 (sweethero2006 — 04/22/2008)
pict quality
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by James DeRuvo (04/24/2008)
Picture quality is pretty good on the FE line, with above average colors and sharpness. As for blur, that depends on your steady hand. It does have Digital Image Stabilization, but make no mistake, DIS is a software manipulation of the image and not as good as an optical IS.
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Quazi Ahmed Hussain (Dhaka, BD) (12/17/2008)
FE-340 picture quality is very good if shot in "fine compression" category. Some outdoor photos can be outstanding. One should shoot multiple pictures of the same subject and then select the good ones from them. But this camera has a rather weak flash. Even indoor close-up group photos sometimes fail to produce desired results.
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what abut flash at indoor of oly-fe 340..... and how is the picture quality.......does hv any blur in photo or any dislike..pls suggest..... (sweethero2006 — 04/21/2008)
olympus fe 340 is it the best?????
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by James DeRuvo (04/24/2008)
Firstly, keep in mind that a point and shoot flash is designed around shooting portrait or group photographs. This means that outside of about 15 feet or so, the flash begins to dissipate to the point where anything outside the range becomes underexposed or filled with noise. This is because the camera will also boost the ISO and that brings in more noise to the image. This is true with any point and shoot. So if you want to light something outside of the 15 foot halo, you'll need a stronger light source for low light photos.
Picture quality is pretty good on the FE line, with above average colors and sharpness. As for blur, that depends on your steady hand. It does have Digital Image Stabilization, but make no mistake, DIS is a software manipulation of the image and not as good as an optical IS.
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Picture quality is pretty good on the FE line, with above average colors and sharpness. As for blur, that depends on your steady hand. It does have Digital Image Stabilization, but make no mistake, DIS is a software manipulation of the image and not as good as an optical IS.
Gemini294 (07/09/2008)
James ,you did not answer the question (which I have been trying with great difficulty to find out about several cameras). Never mind about "outside 15 feet or so". What about the quality of photos of persons in a well lit room with flash on, within say 3 metres.
I have just bought the new Sony W150 (8mil pix)and it produces rubbish photos indoors, not even fit for a 4 x 6 print. other user reviews of recent Sonys seem to be the same.
I am fed up reading reviews of all the latest gimmicks like smile and face detection ( I know a face when I see one) and never a mention on whether the flash can take good photos indoors. Occasionly the reviewer will add almost as an afterthought. "some noise above ISO200". I am no expert but that implies to me, grainy pictures with flash and ISO 400.
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I have just bought the new Sony W150 (8mil pix)and it produces rubbish photos indoors, not even fit for a 4 x 6 print. other user reviews of recent Sonys seem to be the same.
I am fed up reading reviews of all the latest gimmicks like smile and face detection ( I know a face when I see one) and never a mention on whether the flash can take good photos indoors. Occasionly the reviewer will add almost as an afterthought. "some noise above ISO200". I am no expert but that implies to me, grainy pictures with flash and ISO 400.
by James DeRuvo (07/14/2008)
I mentioned that picture quality is pretty good with the FE with above average colors and sharpness. I also mentioned that digital image stabilization isn't as good as optical IS. All that didn't answer the question?
I think you can do better, however, like the Canon SX100 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). The optical IS alone is worthy of consideration. But here's the thing, as you get farther away from the "sweet spot" of 6 megapixels, the more MP that's stuff inside a tiny CCD chip, the more noise and blur is invited to the party.
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I think you can do better, however, like the Canon SX100 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). The optical IS alone is worthy of consideration. But here's the thing, as you get farther away from the "sweet spot" of 6 megapixels, the more MP that's stuff inside a tiny CCD chip, the more noise and blur is invited to the party.
bukit97 (08/14/2008)
I would suggest you take a look at <a href="steves-digicams.com/2008_re... Digicam review on Olympus FE340</a> where lots of details are given, including sample photos to let you see whether they meet your requirements.
Steve also gave his opinion of the camera as well as to suggest an alternative, if you would top up another $50.
As regards the question whether FE340 is the best camera, one would find that what is the best today probably will be outdated in a few months.
However, there is such a thing as " most popular camera " or " best selling camera " which you can find in many sites if you Google for it.
Otherwise you can click, on this page, the Digital camera-HQ's list of " the most popular point and shoot " or " Best Pocket Cameras " for assistance.
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Steve also gave his opinion of the camera as well as to suggest an alternative, if you would top up another $50.
As regards the question whether FE340 is the best camera, one would find that what is the best today probably will be outdated in a few months.
However, there is such a thing as " most popular camera " or " best selling camera " which you can find in many sites if you Google for it.
Otherwise you can click, on this page, the Digital camera-HQ's list of " the most popular point and shoot " or " Best Pocket Cameras " for assistance.
Quazi Ahmed Hussain (Dhaka, BD) (12/06/2008)
Olympus FE-340 is not a bad camera at this price range. It's very handy and fits into any pocket or women's purses. Users should try taking pictures in fine compression option rather than normal compression. This will reduce the memory capacity but will produce more clearer and nicer pictures. One suggestion to Olympus and all other manufacturers: Pls make it flexible enough to download pictures to computer just with the help of latest operating systems only. The requirement to intall software CD is a botheration particularly because it requires administrator's previleges.
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Where can I download the drivers? (awesomesteph — 04/17/2008)
I've lost my disk and since then I've had my computer reformatted. I cannot charge or do anything with my camera because I don't have the software. Anyone know where I can download it?
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by James DeRuvo (04/18/2008)
Check here ( olympusamerica.com/cpg_sect... ). Just click on your OS. Unfortunately, No software is available at this time. But when it is, it'll be at that link. Meanwhile, I'd call tech support. Maybe they have another link for your or can send you another CD. Worst case, it'll cost you $10.
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19daveh (01/06/2009)
No drivers or firmware are currently posted on the Olympus web site. However you can download their SW for free that is on the included disk.
I don't understand how you could charge the camera via the USB, Mine came with a charger for the included battery. I have not seen anything that said the camera would charge via the USB. However, the camera does display a menu on the back of the camera when you plug it into your computer. Check the other options and see what they do. On mine I just select the PC option and have the camera look like a disk drive to the computer, then I can "click&drag" the images off the camera, or just delete the reject pictures.
This URL should basic FE-340 information and manuals:
olympusamerica.com/cpg_sect... is the URL for the FREE download of Olympus Master 2 for your computer.
olympusamerica.com/cpg_sect...
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I don't understand how you could charge the camera via the USB, Mine came with a charger for the included battery. I have not seen anything that said the camera would charge via the USB. However, the camera does display a menu on the back of the camera when you plug it into your computer. Check the other options and see what they do. On mine I just select the PC option and have the camera look like a disk drive to the computer, then I can "click&drag" the images off the camera, or just delete the reject pictures.
This URL should basic FE-340 information and manuals:
olympusamerica.com/cpg_sect... is the URL for the FREE download of Olympus Master 2 for your computer.
olympusamerica.com/cpg_sect...
19daveh (01/06/2009)
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How does the quality of the FE-340 compare to the Stylus 1200? (ddh75 — 03/02/2008)
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Andrew Skinner (03/06/2008)
Debbie,
Being newly introduced on 22 Jan 08, the Olympus FE-340 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) does not have a lot of quality reports on it as of yet. It does not have the weatherproof feature of the Olympus Stylus 1200 though.
Andrew
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Being newly introduced on 22 Jan 08, the Olympus FE-340 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) does not have a lot of quality reports on it as of yet. It does not have the weatherproof feature of the Olympus Stylus 1200 though.
Andrew
dm (06/10/2008)
I purchased this camera three weeks ago and have taken a variety of photos in different settings. It is a hit or miss for me. One photo can be crisp and clear and the very next shot will be hazy, blotchy and off lighting. I think the flash is not very good. I want to return this for a sony or canon.
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Olympus FE-340 Reviews
Olympus FE-340 Reviews by Digital Camera-HQ Users
- 5.0 out of 5
It's light!
(Ansell Adams — 10/28/2009)
To think I carried those 8X10's all over the Sierras! This is a great camera. I really like the B&W mode.
- 5.0 out of 5
Small and talented
(Andr�� — 10/11/2009)
Best little camera I ever owned. So thin and small you can carry it with you very easily. For me, the secret to taking interesting photographs is not OWNING a great camera, it is CARRYING a good camera wherever you go ! This one allows me to do that easily. If you are looking for an inexpensive, easy to use camera, you won't go wrong with this one.
- 5.0 out of 5
Good Product at Good Price
(Rudiana Sukmara — 01/29/2009)
I bouhgt a FE 340 at 4 day a go, and I tried to shoot and got some good quality pictures, it was excellent with 5 x optical zoom, Face Detect & smile detect, ISo 64-3200. Good Camera at Good Price. Please visit customer suport at www.olympus.co.uk to learn and have tips and tricks how to shoot your objects. The endurance of product is not knowing yet.
- 4.0 out of 5
A Quick Pick
(Luke — 01/20/2009)
I found that this was the best camera for my money at the time. It has shot some amazing pictures! Grand Canyon i.e. also its macros is great! But it has slowly been falling apart. the front bar fell off, the microphone no longer works, and the quality of my pics has become less over time. Note DO NOT BUY THE BEST BU
Y WARRANTY ITS A SCAM! They say they will replace your camera if broken but they don't they send it off for six weeks. Send it back still broken and they steal your battery!
