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OlympusStylus 730 (mju 730 Digital)

Release year2006
Sensor type1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CCD

Also sold as

mju 730 Digital

Specs

Release year: 2006
Megapixels: 7 MP
Sensor: 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CCD
Lens: 38-114 mm equivalent, F3.5-5
Memory card: xD Picture Card, Internal
Max memory: xD-Picture Card capacity varies by card and camera firmware
Battery: Olympus model-specific rechargeable battery
Size: 96 x 62 x 21 mm

Researched owner note

Why people still want it

Olympus Stylus 730 (mju 730 Digital) is best treated as an Olympus Stylus / mju / FE pocket camera for direct flash, small-bag carry, and the Olympus compact look when the lens and card workflow are proven. Judge this exact model around its 2006 release context, 7 MP, 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CCD, 38-114 mm equivalent, F3.5-5, and xD Picture Card, Internal setup instead of the brand name alone. Alternate or regional names to search include mju 730 Digital.

What owners like

People still look for Olympus Stylus 730 (mju 730 Digital) because it gives a real-camera flash workflow, brand-specific color and menus, and a tactile body that feels different from a phone. The useful part is the exact mix of 38-114 mm equivalent, F3.5-5, xD Picture Card, Internal, and the model's size when the seller proves the actual unit works.

Common complaints

Common complaints are xD card cost, weak LI-series batteries, stuck lens covers, flash or screen wear, tiny zoom mechanisms, and trendy mju/Stylus prices hiding untested units. For Olympus Stylus 730 (mju 730 Digital), the practical risk is the 2006-era condition: Olympus model-specific rechargeable battery means the charger, spare battery cost, and whether the pack still holds charge matter; xD Picture Card, Internal can be the hidden cost because cards and readers are less convenient than standard SD; and 38-114 mm equivalent, F3.5-5 and lens cover should open cleanly, since tiny pocket cameras are easy to damage in bags.

What to compare

Use Olympus Stylus 700 (mju 700 Digital), Olympus Stylus 740 (mju 740 Digital), Fujifilm FinePix Z2, and Canon PowerShot SD40 DIGITAL ELPH as the real comparison set for Olympus Stylus 730 (mju 730 Digital). Compare pocket size, direct-flash look, charger availability, screen condition, and whether trend pricing is hiding a weak unit; the best buy is usually the listing with clearer working proof and easier accessories, not the one with the most familiar name.

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