The Olympus µ 1030SW is one of the most interesting compact cameras of recent years. The camera combines good photographic performance with physical endurance in a variety of everyday situations. It is water resistant as well as shock or drop resistant. The µ 1030SW’s most impressive features include its excellent metering, the accurate colour rendering and the fact that it is the first camera to incorporate an internal zoom with a focal length starting at 28mm (equivalent). The camera performs well even in low light, and in high-contrast conditions where other compact models usually overexpose the sky.