|
Olympus MJU-840 Digital Camera
8 Megapixel ,
5x Optical Zoom
, 2.7" LCD , Face Detection, Image Stabilization
Features |
Standard
Accessories | Technical Specification
|
Latest Prices

The latest addition to Olympus’
popular Mju series of digital cameras has it both: potency and
style. Equipped with an impressive 5x optical zoom range, users can
choose the power they want. The elegant Olympus Mju 840 makes it
easy to capture distant subjects in full detail, and incorporates an
extra large 6.9cm/2.7” HyperCrystal LCD. Topped off with features
such as Dual Image Stabilization and Face Detection Technology, this
8.0 Megapixel model is attention-grabber and sharpshooter in one.

Salient
Features for Olympus MJU-840 Digital Camera
The perfect blend of style and
technology.
The Stylus 840 is a perfect camera for users looking for a
compact digital camera with advanced features. An attractive package
of features including a 5x Optical Zoom and Digital Image
Stabilization helps users capture clear, crisp memories.
5x OPTICAL ZOOM.
Get 60 percent closer to the action than a 3x zoom with this
ultra-compact, precision-crafted Olympus lens.
DUAL IMAGE STABILIZATION.
The 2-in-1 anti-blur solution. Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization,
which keeps your shot steady by compensating for camera shake,
combines with Digital Image Stabilization to capture crisp, clear
images in any situation.

2.7” HyperCrystal™ LCD.
This large LCD features an extra-wide viewing angle and
anti-glare technology for easier composing and shooting. Share
photos with family and friends even in direct, bright sunlight.
FACE DETECTION.
Tracks faces and automatically focuses and optimizes exposure
for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures.
SHADOW ADJUSTMENT TECHNOLOGY.
Bring out the details in shadows and capture scenes exactly as
you see them. Overcome difficult lighting situations at the touch of
a button to produce sharper, more true-to-life images.
Super Macro function
For exciting extreme close-ups, a Super Macro function is there to
bring stunning surface details to life. The Olympus Mju 840
incorporates illuminated buttons for improved navigation in
low-light conditions as well as BrightCapture Technology for better
shots in night-time situations and Face Detection Technology. As an
alternative to still pictures, movie recording with sound is
available. And to ensure better picture quality and faster
performance, the TruePic III image processor is incorporated in the
new Olympus Mju 840 digital compact camera.

Brief Features
- 5x optical zoom (to 36-180mm)
for exciting close-ups
- 8.0 Megapixels to make
poster-size prints
- 6.9cm/2.7" HyperCrystal LCD with
extra bright display even in brilliant sunlight
- 20 scene modes for the best
results in different situations
- Attractive metal body in a
choice of four colours: Starry Silver, Midnight Black, • Ocean
Blue and Candy Pink
- Avoids blur thanks to Dual Image
Stabilisation
- Face Detection Technology for
perfectly focused and exposed faces
- Correct exposure of other image
areas
- Better low light shooting thanks
to BrightCapture Technology
- New in-camera panorama function
- Liven up your memories with
movie recording with sound (VGA resolution 30fps)
- TruePic III image processor for
faster image handling and higher image quality

Standard
Accessories for Olympus MJU-840 Digital Camera
- Olympus MJU 840 Digital Camera
- Hand Strap
- Video Cable
- USB Cable
- Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery
- Lithium-ion Charger
- OLYMPUS MASTER (Software CD-ROM)
- Instruction manuals
- Warranty card

|
Technical Specifications
of Olympus MJU-840 Digital Camera |
|
Imager |
8.0 Megapixels (effective),
1/2.35” CCD (1.1cm) |
|
Lens |
6.4 – 32.0 mm (36 – 180 mm
equivalent in 35mm photography),
8 Lenses in 6 Groups, 4 Aspherical Lenses |
|
Zoom |
5x Optical Zoom + 5.6x Digital
Zoom (Seamless to 28x) |
|
Maximum Aperture |
F3.3 - F5.0 |
|
LCD |
2.7” (6.9cm) HyperCrystal™ LCD
with Backlight Boost Button, approx. 230,000 pixels
5 Steps Brightness Adjustment |
|
Focus System |
CCD Contrast Detection
|
|
Focus Range |
Normal mode: 27.6" – infinity
(0.7m – infinity)
Macro mode: Wide: 7.9” – infinity (0.2m – infinity), Tele:
23.6” – infinity (0.6m – infinity)
Super Macro mode: 1.2" – 27.6” (3cm – 70cm) |
|
Focus Mode |
iESP Auto, Spot AF, Face
Detection AF |
|
Shutter Speed |
1/2000 sec. –1/2 sec. (up to 4
sec. in Night Scene mode) |
|
ISO (SOS: Standard Output
Sensitivity) |
Auto, 64, 100, 200, 400, 800,
1600 (equivalent) |
|
Metering Mode |
Digital ESP Metering, Spot
Metering, Face Detection AE (when Face Detection AF is
selected) |
|
White Balance |
Auto, Presets (Daylight,
Overcast, Tungsten, and 3 Fluorescents) |
|
Exposure Compensation |
±2 EV steps in 1/3 EV steps
|
|
Recording Modes |
Still Image: JPEG
Movie: AVI Motion JPEG |
|
Adjustment Resolutions |
8MP (3,248 x 2,436)
5MP (2,560 x 1,920)
4MP (2,304 x 1,728)
3MP (2,048 x 1,536)
2MP (1,600 x 1,200)
1MP (1,280 x 960)
VGA (640 x 480)
16:9 (1,920 x 1,080) |
|
Shooting Modes |
24 shooting modes;
Auto, Program Auto, Sensor-Shift Stabilization, Scene Modes
(1. PORTRAIT, 2. LANDSCAPE, 3. LANDSCAPE + PORTRAIT, 4.
NIGHT SCENE, 5. NIGHT + PORTRAIT, 6. SPORT, 7. INDOOR, 8.
CANDLE, 9. SELF PORTRAIT, 10. AVAILABLE LIGHT PORTRAIT, 11.
SUNSET, 12. FIREWORKS, 13. CUISINE, 14. BEHIND GLASS, 15.
DOCUMENTS, 16.AUCTION, 17.SHOOT & SELECT1, 18. SHOOT &
SELECT2, 19. BEACH&SNOW, 20. PRE-CAPTURE MOVIE), Movie
|
|
Panorama Modes |
Up to 10 frames automatically
stitchable with OLYMPUS Master software when using Olympus
brand xD-Picture Card™ |
|
Sequential Shooting |
High speed: 6.9 frames per
second, 10 frames (3MP)
Normal speed: 1.0 frames per second, 6 frames (8MP)
|
|
Shooting Assist Functions |
Shooting Guide, Perfect Shot
Preview, Histogram, Frame Assist, Voice Recording
|
|
Movie Mode |
AVI Movie with Sound;
640x480 (30/15fps)
320x240 (30/15fps)
|
|
Image Processing |
TruePic™ III Image Processor
|
|
Noise Reduction |
Set automatically at shutter
speeds of 0.5 second or longer in specific scene modes
|
|
Image Playback |
Still Image: Single, Index
Display (4/9/16/25), Up to 10x Enlargement, Slideshow,
Rotation, Calendar, My Favorites, Histogram
Movie: Normal, FAst-Forward,
Reverse, Frame-by-Frame |
|
Flash |
Built-in |
|
Flash Modes |
Auto (for low light and backlit
conditions)
Red-Eye Reduction
Fill-in
Off |
|
Flash Working Range |
Wide: 0.66ft (0.2m) – 11.8ft.
(3.6m) at ISO Auto
Tele: 2.0ft (0.6m) – 7.9ft. (2.4m) at ISO Auto |
|
Selftimer |
12 Seconds |
|
Memory |
14.8MB Internal Memory
|
|
Removable Media Card |
xD-Picture Card™ (1GB, 2GB),
microSD (MASD-1 is required) |
|
Outer Connectors |
Multi-Terminal (USB Connector,
Audio/Video Output, DC Input*)
*Optional DC Coupler (CB-MA1) is required. |
|
Auto-connect USB |
2.0 High Speed (USB Mass
Storage) |
|
System Requirements |
Auto-Connect USB: Windows®
2000/XP/VISTA with USB port, Mac OS X v10.3 or later with
USB port
Software: Windows® 2000PRO/XP/VISTA, Mac OS X v10.3 or later
|
|
Operating Environment |
Operation: 32° – 104°F (0° –
40°C), 30% – 90% humidity
Storage: -4° – 140°F (-20° – 60°C), 10% – 90% humidity
|
|
Power Supply |
Li-ion Rechargeable Battery
(LI-42B), AC Adapter (D-7AC) with the optional DC Coupler
(CB-MA1) |
|
Battery Life |
190 Shots |
|
Size |
3.8” W x 2.2” H x 0.94” D
(96.4mm x 56.5mm x 24mm) |
|
Weight |
4.6oz (130g) without battery and
media card |
 |