Sensor type1/1.7-inch BSI-CMOS Processor TruePic VI
Specs
Release year
2013
Megapixels
12 MP effective
Sensor
1/1.7-inch BSI-CMOS Processor TruePic VI
Lens
28-300 mm equivalent, 10.7x optical zoom, f/2.8
Memory card
SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Max memory
Up to 2TB (SDXC)
Battery
Olympus BLS-5
Size
116 × 87 × 57 mm
Weight
Approx. 402 g (with battery and card, CIPA)
Olympus Stylus 1 FAQ
What battery does the Olympus Stylus 1 use?
Olympus Stylus 1 uses Olympus BLS-5. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Olympus Stylus 1 take?
Olympus Stylus 1 uses SD/SDHC/SDXC card. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Olympus Stylus 1 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 12 MP effective Olympus compact from 2013 with 1/1.7-inch BSI-CMOS Processor TruePic VI. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Olympus options, compare Olympus SP-810 UZ and Olympus Stylus 1000 (mju 1000 Digital).
How do you transfer photos from the Olympus Stylus 1?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Olympus Stylus 1 is worth judging as its own Olympus pocket compact body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Olympus Stylus 1 works best when you want small-bag snapshots, flash photos, mirror selfies, and a clean pocket-camera look rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/1.7-inch (7.44 x 5.58 mm) BSI-CMOS and 28-300 mm equivalent, F2.8 are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Olympus Stylus XZ-10, Olympus Stylus SH-1, Olympus OM-D E-M1, Olympus Air A01 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
