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.
Fast, accurate AF, Versatile three-mode lens ring, Flip-out 3in 920k dot LCD touch-screen, Accessory port for optional EVF.
Poor high ISO noise performance, Average continous shooting performance, Touch-sceen inactive for movie recording, Only 2 video modes.
The Stylus XZ-2 provides a great balance between advanced control, capable handling, and ease of use that few of its competitors have achieved with equal success. In part, this is due to the way that they've cleverly limited the influence of the touch...
By Josh Fate Bringing a new level to their compact point-n-shoot camera line, the Stylus XZ line by Olympus offers increased image quality and capabilities, which can easily be seen in the Stylus XZ-2. While it is not the smallest camera available, it ...
Abstract: The holiday season is upon us once again and with all the sales and special deals around at the moment, this is a great time to start thinking about getting a new camera. Maybe for a loved one, maybe just as a treat to yourself. In this article, we'll be ...
Excellent still image quality, Fast maximum lens apertures, Very good overall lens performance, Removable/Interchangeable grips
Less than stellar zoom length, High ISO pixel smudging, Lengthy delay in image playback feature
With the addition of a BSI CMOS image sensor, an adaptable tilting/ touchscreen LCD screen, and a convenient removable grip to the Olympus XZ-2, this camera is at the top of its class. The fast lens and responsive autofocus make it easy to use and hard ...
Published: 2012-11-14, Author: Chris , review by: slashgear.com
The premium compact camera you’re about to experience is the Olympus XZ-2, coming in hard with a 12.3 megapixel 1/1.7” BSI CMOS sensor, an ultra-bright zoom lens at 28-112mm equivalent f/1.8-2.5, and a 3-inch touchscreen on the back with full tilting a...
Quality: well above average.Why you'd buy the Olympus Stylus XZ-2: compact body, fast lens, minimal external controls.Why you wouldn't buy the Olympus Stylus XZ-2: complex, cascading viewfinder menu array.In this market the camera is a little pricey, when...
Abstract: The new Olympus XZ-2 is a premium compact camera featuring a 12.3-megapixel 1/1.7” BSI CMOS sensor, an ultra-bright 28-112mm equivalent f/1.8-2.5 zoom lens, a high-resolution 3-inch touch-sensitive tilting LCD screen, TruePic VI image processor, 1080p Ful...
Abstract: If you thought the XZ-1 was yummy, its successor is even yummier, and closer than ever to realistically being the fixed-lens alternative to a Digital Pen model. There's somebody at Olympus who thoroughly understands the tactile element of camera design...
The image quality is very good for a compact, especially when shooting RAW. The modest zoom range pays off in stellar optical quality.
The camera uses the excellent touchsensitive Super Control Panel from the micro four thirds range. But by default it is hidden inside a secondary layer of menus. And the user manual is on disc. We guarantee not one customer in a million will find the Supe
Olympus has secured its place in the top echelon of compact cameras with the XZ-2. This model is a delight to use and its versatility is extended with the sharing of accessories with the micro four thirds cameras. We used the optional VF-2 electronic view...
