Olympus SZ-10

In 2011, Olympus proved it could fit a true superzoom into a pocket-sized body. The SZ-10 paired a 14-megapixel CCD sensor with an 18x optical zoom lens spanning from a 28mm wide angle to 504mm telephoto, backed by sensor-shift image stabilization and 720p HD video recording. No matter how far away the scene in front of you is, this small body pulls it in close. The CCD sensor's warm, characterful color tone also delivers that nostalgic digital feel people look for today, naturally. A practical camera that fits in your palm, yet transforms into a completely different device once the lens extends.

📦 What's in the Box

• Olympus SZ-10
• Original Olympus battery (LI-50B)
• Universal charger
• Carrying case (gift)
• SD card (gift)
• Full set, ready to shoot
• Shipped in RetroCameraLand's exclusive box

✅ Condition Information

Condition: 9.9 / 10

The camera is in excellent condition for its age and fully functional. There are no cosmetic flaws that affect use or are noticeable to the eye. The body is clean, the lens is scratch-free, and the zoom mechanism, screen, and all functions work flawlessly. Both in appearance and overall feel, it's at a careful, strong level. Tested and approved by the RetroCameraLand expert team.

✨ Why This Camera

The SZ-10 is one of the most balanced and most compact representatives of the "travel zoom" category. While most superzoom cameras are bulky and unwieldy, the SZ-10 weighs about 215 grams, easily fitting into your bag or even your pocket. But the real surprise comes when the lens extends: the 18x optical zoom kicks in, letting you capture the scene in front of you from a 504mm telephoto distance.

• 🔭 18x optical zoom, 28-504mm equivalent, pocket-sized superzoom telephoto reach
• 🔎 f/3.1-4.4 aperture range
• 📸 14 MP CCD sensor (1/2.3"), warm and characterful color tone
• 🧠 TruePic III+ image processor
• 📺 3.0-inch LCD screen (460,000 dots)
• 🎯 Sensor-shift image stabilization
• 🎬 720p HD video recording (1280x720)
• 🌈 ISO 80-1600
• 💾 SD / SDHC / SDXC card support
• 🔋 LI-50B rechargeable battery
• 💫 Lightweight body at about 215 grams

The 18x zoom, spanning from a 28mm wide angle to a 504mm telephoto, gives you an incredibly wide shooting range in a single lens, from wide-angle landscapes to distant details. Fitting a DSLR with this much zoom would require massive equipment; the SZ-10 fits it in the palm of your hand. At a telephoto reach as long as 504mm, shake can become a major issue, which is exactly where sensor-shift stabilization steps in to keep the frame steady.

The choice of a CCD sensor is the main factor behind the SZ-10's color character. Unlike modern CMOS sensors, it produces warmer, more "filmic" colors, delivering that vintage digital aesthetic people look for today, naturally. The 720p HD video is a delightful bonus for those who want to bring that nostalgic digital feel to moving images too.

👀 Who It's For, and Where

It's the natural choice for anyone looking for real zoom power in a pocket-sized body, for those who want to capture both wide-angle shots and distant details with a single camera on holidays and trips, and for those who love the warm retro digital colors of the CCD sensor. It's also an ideal middle ground for anyone who wants far more zoom than a phone camera but doesn't want to carry a large device.

It delivers characterful shots on holidays and trips, in street photography, city panoramas, landscape and nature shots, distant details, and events and concerts. Thanks to its lightweight body, carrying it around all day isn't tiring — take it out, zoom in, shoot. That simple.

🔥 The RetroCameraLand Take

In our view, the SZ-10 is one of the finest examples of the "small body, big capability" philosophy. In your hand, it looks like an ordinary compact camera, but once the lens extends, it transforms into a completely different device reaching out to 504mm. While most compacts hit the "my phone already takes this shot" ceiling, the SZ-10 clearly breaks through that ceiling with its 18x zoom.

When the 14 MP CCD sensor, the long 18x zoom, and sensor-shift stabilization come together, the result is an enjoyable, practical package despite its small body. The 1/2.3-inch sensor may seem small by modern standards, but it's precisely this CCD–small sensor combination that naturally produces the vintage digital aesthetic people look for today. For anyone who's ever thought "I wish I had more zoom" while traveling, the SZ-10 is a serious answer — both to use and to add to a collection.

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All our cameras are thoroughly tested and go through a condition check by our expert team before joining our collection. The lens, sensor, screen, buttons, and all functions are checked one by one. Our customer support is with you 24/7, from the purchase process through after delivery. Feel free to reach out to us anytime for usage tips, maintenance advice, or compatible accessory recommendations. The RetroCameraLand guarantee ensures the longevity not just of the product you bought, but of the relationship we build with you.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Olympus SZ-10 in working condition, has it been tested?
Yes. Every camera is individually tested and approved by the RetroCameraLand expert team. This unit is in 9.9/10 condition and fully functional.

How much zoom power does it have?
The SZ-10 offers an 18x optical zoom spanning from a 28mm wide angle to a 504mm telephoto. You can zoom in on distant details from a pocket-sized body.

Does it have image stabilization, is there shake at long zoom?
Yes. The SZ-10 uses sensor-shift mechanical image stabilization, which reduces shake especially at the long telephoto end.

Can it record video?
Yes. It records video at 720p HD (1280x720) resolution, so you can bring that nostalgic digital feel to moving images as well.

Which memory card does it use, do the images have a vintage digital aesthetic?
It uses an SD / SDHC / SDXC card and ships ready to use with a free SD card included in the box. The 14 MP CCD sensor naturally produces warm, filmic colors for the vintage digital aesthetic people look for.