Testseek.com have collected 63 expert reviews of the Olympus Stylus XZ-2 and the average rating is 82%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Olympus Stylus XZ-2.
May 2013
(82%)
63 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Dual functions lens ring, Wide aperture range, Impressive low light performance, Speedy AF, RAW format support
Video mode records zooming noise, Battery charging mechanism
The Olympus STYLUS XZ-2 is a wonderful successor to the older XZ-1 and fulfills all the qualities expected from a flagship product. The image quality is great, AF speeds are impressive and the wide apertures ensure that you do not have to ramp up the ISO ...
Dual-function lens ring, f/1.8-2.5 maximum aperture is great for dramatic shots, hotshoe and accessory port expansion possibilities, wireless flash options, tilt-angle LCD screen versatile for shooting, improved image quality despite slightly smaller sens
Pricey, we'd like a wider-angle lens, slightly larger than predecessor and on the chunky side, plastic components to the built less luxury than an all-metal construction, rear d-pad easily knocked which throws exposure compensation out by default, did we
Well, well, if it isn't one of the best high-end compact cameras we've seen. The XZ-2 white looks gorgeous, takes equally lovely pictures and its dual function lens ring is a joy to use. But boy is it pricey. The £479 RRP is touching upon Olympus Pen M...
Published: 2012-12-03, Author: Ben , review by: reviewed.com
It's hard not to root for the scrappy little XZ-2. It packs many desirable features into a compact package, and does it with a sense of style that's distinctly, dare we say it, Olympian. The XZ-2's build quality and design are virtually unimpeachable, and...
Highend build and assembly, Great to handle: lens ring with/without notches, advanced customisation options, tilt screen, etc, Sensitivity handled well (800 ISO poses no problem) / Lens is very good quality at all focal lengths
Responsiveness is within average but nothing more, Function to mask the noise of the zoom motor muffles sound in video mode, No match for the Sony RX100 at high ISO settings
The XZ-2 is a success for Olympus. The controls and general handling are particularly nice in this camera, plus image quality is good and there are plenty of advanced functions. However, the Sony RX100 is still one giant leap ahead of all expert compacts ...
Initially, I was concerned that the size of the Olympus Stylus XZ-2 may be prohibitive, but while it may not be as small as other cameras, the addition of the tiltable screen is definitely an improvement over the original model. If only it could have been...
LCD only tilts horizontally, No on, body macro mode, Tricky touchscreen focusing, Menu system complicated, Relatively expensive
Although handling the device isn't as straightforward as Canon's Powershots or as intuitive as Nikon's Coolpix range, it does offer a plethora of shooting choice to cater for all levels of shooter; with manual and semi-manual controls for advanced enthus...
Abstract: Stepping up in the compact spectrum are cameras that tend to be aimed at photographers who want full photographic control. Good low-light performance, the ability to shoot Raw, and accessible manual controls make these compacts a viable portable alternati...
Abstract: Stepping up in the compact spectrum are cameras that tend to be aimed at photographers who want full photographic control. Good low-light performance, the ability to shoot Raw, and accessible manual controls make these compacts a viable portable alternati...
Abstract: It's also apparent from the top angle that there's an articulating LCD, a welcome addition, even if it surely raised the price a bit as well. Rather than feature the company name across the bottom of the LCD, Olympus signals its intent to revive the Stylu...
