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Olympus Mju-I / Stylus
1991-1997
Discontinued35mmBeginnerIntermediate
Everyday carry
- Format
- 35mm
- Mount
- Fixed lens
- Metering
- Not confirmed
- Shutter
- 1/500
- Battery
- CR123A
Max speed
Best for
- Everyday carry
- Travel
- Pocket carry
- Affordable point-and-shoot
Features
- 35mm f/3.5 lens (3 elements in 3 groups)
- Integrated sliding lens cover (also the power switch)
- Active multi-beam autofocus with focus lock
- Built-in flash (auto, red-eye reduction, fill-in, off)
- DX coding (ISO 50-3200)
Limitations
- Slower f/3.5 lens than the Mju-II
- No manual controls
Common issues to check
- Lens cover mechanism failure
- AF motor issues
- LCD fade
- Flash capacitor failure
- Battery contact corrosion
Buying guide
The original Mju (Stylus in the US, 1991) started the Mju/Stylus line and sold about 5 million. Designed by Maitani Yoshihisa from his XA design. Check the lens cover slides smoothly and test AF in various lighting.
Pricing
- Typical range
- £40 - £100
- Excellent condition
- ~£140
Indicative, no dated source.
Prices as of 2026-01. UK market, may vary.
Specifications
| Format | 35mm |
| Years produced | 1991-1997 |
| Mount | Fixed lens |
| Shutter type | Leaf |
| Shutter speeds | 1/15 - 1/500 |
| Flash sync | all speeds |
| Metering | Not confirmed |
| Battery required | Yes (CR123A) |
| Weight | N/A |
| Dimensions | N/A |