Starter bundle: Olympus µ MJU-III 150*

Description

Known as the Olympus Stylus Epic 150 in the US, this was the penultimate 35mm compact camera from the very successful mju/Stylus/Epic series, and was introduced by Olympus in 2003. It was generally “champagne” in colour.

Getting started:

To get started, you need (not included):

• 1x CR123A battery
• 1x 35mm film

Specifications:

• Lens: 37.5mm-150mm zoom with ED (extra dispersal) glass, f/5.1-13.3 (8 elements – some aspherical – in 7 groups).
• 10-point wide autofocus for correct focus even when subject is not centred.
• Closest focus: 0.6m
• “All weather” seals against rain splashes.
• Camera shake indicator warning, automatically increases shutter speed where possible.
• Auto-exposure system features 3-zone metering.
• Spot-metering and infinity focus available.
• Shutter speed range: 4 – 1/690s.
• Zooming “real image” finder with dioptre adjustment.
• Auto-flash with 6 programmed power settings and multiple modes (inc. red-eye reduction and slow-synch). Recharge in 0.5-5s.
• DX decoding (ISO 50-3200), auto-wind and power rewind.
• Self-timer: 12-second delay.
• Tripod socket.
• Sliding lens cover that doubles as power switch.
• Requires one 3V CR123A lithium battery.
• Dimensions: 117×61×43mm (not including protrusions).
• Weight: 225g (without battery).