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Summary: Get the 2020 Zoom!
Review: I decided to get the (newer) 2020 Zoom and I am also very satisfied with it. The 2020 Z can be had for about the same $$$ as the 2000. The lack of sound when recording quicktime movies isn't really a concern. I think I'll wind up buying a Sony digital 8mm camcorder soon anyways...I also bought a microtek CameraMate smartmedia card reader (USB) to hook up to my PC. Had to upgrade the PC from win95 to 98 though, in order to activate the usb ports. I bought an additional 32MB smartmedia card and a Flashpath floppy adapter, as well. The flashpath works just fine, but it's slow. Also, you have to install the special flashpath software before using it, which Olympus does not tell you in advance. So you need to keep the software with you if you want to be ready to move files to "any" pc. Other than that, it's OK. I mostly got it for ease of connectivity between my home and work pc's, laptop, etc. For the price of the C2020Z, the flashpath adapter should be included, as well as the case. expect to shell out another c-note if these are important to you. It would also be nice if Olympus had designed a special one-piece battery for the 2020Z, as many manufacturers do. Transferring the four AA-size batteries in and out each time for recharge is a pain in the neck. Overall, these are minor gripes. The camera is outstanding in every other way, and I highly recommend it.
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Summary: Excellent. A High Quality Product at a Decent Price.
Review: I have been using this camera for 2 months now and I have to say that I will never use a regular camera again. The amount of features are excellent. I like that you can get up to 32MB SmartMedia cards. That's good for a long trip. Be prepared to spend a few hours learning how to use the camera. But it's well worth it. Most of the time, you'll have the camera on a certain setting that you won't change. Downloading is extremely simple. I like organizing pictures into different folders on my computer. The quality of the photos are excellent. I recommend the Sierra/MicroGraphx SnapShot for making really nice photo albums & interactive slideshows, which the Camedia software does not do.
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Summary: This camera makes picture-taking a joy!
Review: I have thoroughly enjoyed this camera. It makes sharing pictures with friends as you take them so much fun, and if the picture is poor, you can erase it and make another. I have experience with cameras for 50 years, and I know the technical stuff pretty well. This camera has the flexibility of a good SLR with a 35-105 zoom. I bought a cheaper Olympus without an optical zoom first. That camera was fun for a beginner, but a true optical zoom makes this a dream of a machine. Put a lens cap saver on, tuck the camera into a small waistpouch, and enjoy a quality camera with great portability. I take it everywhere. Also, get an AC adaptor and battery charger. The 32mg card holds over 60 photos in the compressed HQ. I love it! PCMagazine (Nov. 16, 1999) rates it higher than the Nikon Coolpix 950 for the serious photographer. Of course, the big plus is being able to manipulate the photo in an editing program like the included PhotoDeluxe or even better in Photoshop. I enjoy importing the pictures into a program like Printmaster and making montages of picture shoots. Just combine photos and text the same way you would in making a poster.
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Summary: Great Value, Great Features = "Great Camera"
Review: I just purchased the C2000 and can't believe some of the negative comments I have read. The positives far outweigh the negatives, and would recommend this device to anyone. I too have some complaints with respect to what Olympus could have done, but once again the quality of the pic's and ease of use speak for themselves. Anyone considering a Nikon 950 should compare picture quality, and I'm 100% convinced you too will opt out for the C2000
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Summary: I love this camera!!
Review: I just purchased the Olympus C2000 Zoom Digital Camera on a trip to Japan. It is a fabulous camera. It came with Ni-MH batteries and charger, as well as some Alkaline batteries to get me through the first day. I purchased a 32MB SmartMedia card (in addition to the 8MB card that comes with the camera), and a PC-Card adapter to read the card on my laptop. I really like this camera. It takes great photos. I was sending photos back to New Zealand via email and getting great comments on the photos that I had taken. The pros ; the small size of the camera, the picture quality, the capacity (especially with 32MB card), and ease of transfer to laptop with PC-CARD adapter - this is the only way to go! It is very fast. The cons ; confusing the power and take picture buttons, and the 4-way menu button on the back is difficult to move in only one direction - often you go sideways as well as up/down. Can make setup/configuration difficult. If you are considering this camera, and can afford it. I say get it. And if your computer is PC-Card capable then definitely go for a PC-Card SmartMedia adapter, it makes transferring the pictures to your computer so much easier, especially with the added capacity a 32MB gives.
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Summary: a great product, but what to do about a carrying case?
Review: I love this camera. A few things that are annoying. When I turn on the camera the lens part telescopes out and I usually forget about the lens cap and it winds up popping off. I've done that a bunch of times... One other thing, I wish I could find a carrying case that fits well. The lens that sticks out makes it difficult to find one that fits well...
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Summary: Amazing...
Review: I must confess that I did not spend a lot of time shopping for a digital camera before I purchased the C2000. Further, I'm somewhat in awe of this technology -- I still cannot believe that I can take a picture and print it out (on photo-quality paper) in ten minutes. The quality of the photos is excellent, and the camera includes tons o' features that ease the transition into the world of digital imaging. I've also found that my batteries tend to last 10-15 minutes longer than friends who own different digital cameras (even when I use the LCD display constantly). The included software is helpful, but I find that I am using Microsoft PhotoDraw 2000 in tandem with my camera rather than the included Adobe and Camedia applications. The only real beef that I have with the C2000 is the location of the power button. The power button is located in the position where you would expect to find the shutter button, which leads to some comedic moments when you line your family up for a picture, tell 'em to smile, and then mistakenly turn off the camera. It's a small price to pay for a truly amazing piece of technology. I'm almost afraid to ask what will come next...
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Summary: Amazing...
Review: I must confess that I did not spend a lot of time shopping for a digital camera before I purchased the C2000. Further, I'm somewhat in awe of this technology -- I still cannot believe that I can take a picture and print it out (on photo-quality paper) in ten minutes. The quality of the photos is excellent, and the camera includes tons o' features that ease the transition into the world of digital imaging. I've also found that my batteries tend to last 10-15 minutes longer than friends who own different digital cameras (even when I use the LCD display constantly). The included software is helpful, but I find that I am using Microsoft PhotoDraw 2000 in tandem with my camera rather than the included Adobe and Camedia applications. The only real beef that I have with the C2000 is the location of the power button. The power button is located in the position where you would expect to find the shutter button, which leads to some comedic moments when you line your family up for a picture, tell 'em to smile, and then mistakenly turn off the camera. It's a small price to pay for a truly amazing piece of technology. I'm almost afraid to ask what will come next...
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Summary: A compact feature filled camera,but I wish...
Review: I really enjoy the C-2000! Used with 1500mah Ni-MH batteries it does almost as well as my 35mm camera and fits into my pocket! It took some practice to hit the shutter button (instead of the power down button). The lens cap presents a challenge. Easy to lose. I attached a small elastic cord from the cap to the shoulder strap to solve the problem. Another problem.. where to keep the remote control? I found a fabric pocket knife case with a velcro closure flap wide enough to fit the remote. It was too long so I cut off the bottom and closed the seam. Now it's on the carrying strap ready for action.
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Summary: Near Pro Quality
Review: I retired from photography in 1988 and it took the Oly2000 to bring me back to photography! I've tinkered with Mavicas, Kodaks and Nikons, but this little camera is good. Offers the power to be creative with all its optional settings, or the ease of point and shoot. Image quality on 8x10 (on HP glossy paper) is amazing. High res images rival my old Rollei or RB.
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