{"product_id":"vintage-1999-olympus-stylus-epic-zoom-80-quartzdate-35mm-film-camera","title":"Vintage 1999 Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 80 Quartzdate 35mm Film Camera","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 80 Quartzdate 35mm point-and-shoot film camera featuring a compact, weather-resistant design, automatic exposure, autofocus, built-in flash, and a versatile 38–80mm zoom lens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart of Olympus's popular Stylus Epic (µ[mju:]) family, the Zoom 80 was introduced during the late 1990s, when compact 35mm film cameras were at the height of their popularity. The Stylus series became known for its distinctive sliding lens cover, portable design, and convenient automatic features.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Zoom 80 offers greater framing flexibility than fixed-focal-length point-and-shoot cameras, making it a practical choice for travel, everyday photography, portraits, and casual snapshots. Its automatic film handling, built-in flash, and Quartzdate feature make it especially approachable for photographers seeking a straightforward 35mm film experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example has been mechanically tested with a dummy roll of film, with the shutter, zoom, flash, film advance, and rewind functions operating properly. A battery is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This camera has not been tested with an exposed and developed roll of film. The Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 80 is also known for a potential light-leak issue commonly called the \"aura ring.\" Please read the testing information and model-specific disclaimer below before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Olympus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stylus Epic Zoom 80 Quartzdate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Late 1990s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilm Format:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 35mm (135 film)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Olympus 38–80mm zoom lens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocus:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Automatic autofocus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExposure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Automatic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlash:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Built-in pop-up flash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilm Advance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Automatic motorized advance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilm Rewind:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Automatic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilm Speed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Automatic DX-code film-speed detection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate Function:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Quartzdate date imprinting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compact, all-weather design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens Cover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sliding protective cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e CR123A lithium battery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e China, with parts made in Japan (as marked on camera)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll-Weather Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Originally designed to resist light rain and splashes when properly closed. This camera is not waterproof or intended for underwater use. Due to its age, weather resistance and the condition of its original seals cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage pre-owned condition with visible cosmetic wear consistent with age and previous use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe silver exterior shows surface scratches, scuffs, small marks, and finish wear throughout. Wear is particularly noticeable around the body edges, corners, sliding lens cover, and rear panel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional cosmetic marks are visible around the top controls and lower body. The camera retains its original silver finish, Olympus branding, blue all-weather emblem, and Quartzdate markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sliding lens cover, extending zoom lens, flash housing, and exterior controls appear intact. The film compartment and pressure plate appear generally clean, with no obvious significant corrosion visible in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe attached wrist strap is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease carefully review all photographs for the exact cosmetic condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTesting \u0026amp; Functionality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMECHANICALLY TESTED \u0026amp; WORKING — DUMMY ROLL TESTED — NOT FILM TESTED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis camera has been mechanically tested using a dummy roll of 35mm film.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe following functions were checked and confirmed operational:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Powers on and off properly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens Cover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Opens and closes properly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZoom:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Motorized 38–80mm zoom operates properly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutofocus:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Autofocus mechanism activates during testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShutter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fires properly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlash:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Built-in flash charges and fires properly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilm Advance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Automatically advances film during testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilm Rewind:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Automatically rewinds film during testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA working battery is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Testing Disclosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough the camera's mechanical and electronic functions operated properly during testing, it has not been tested with an exposed and developed roll of film.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActual photographic results, exposure accuracy, autofocus accuracy, image quality, and light-tightness have not been independently verified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe camera is being sold as a mechanically tested vintage film camera, not as a film-tested camera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all vintage electronic photographic equipment, future performance cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Notice – Potential Aura Ring Light Leak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 80 is known to occasionally produce a distinctive circular or crescent-shaped light leak in developed photographs, commonly referred to as an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"aura ring\" or \"halo effect.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis issue has been associated with aging or deteriorating light seals around the camera's extending zoom lens assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepending on the condition of the seals, lighting conditions, and shooting circumstances, affected photographs may display a bright curved ring, circular glow, halo, or flare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe effect can be intermittent and may not appear in every photograph.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular camera has been mechanically tested with a dummy roll of film but has NOT been tested with an exposed and developed roll. Therefore, we cannot confirm whether this camera does or does not exhibit the aura-ring effect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll mechanically tested functions operate properly, but light-tightness and final photographic results remain unverified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome film photographers appreciate the distinctive appearance of these light leaks as a creative effect, while others may consider them an undesirable defect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease purchase with the understanding that this known model-specific issue may be present. The camera is sold as-is, and returns or refunds due to the potential aura-ring effect cannot be accommodated, except where required by applicable law.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlympus Stylus Epic Zoom 80 Quartzdate 35mm film camera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking CR123A battery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttached wrist strap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e35mm film is not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnly the items listed above are included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Olympus Stylus Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlympus introduced the original Stylus (µ[mju:]) series in the early 1990s, establishing one of the most recognizable designs in compact film photography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe series became popular for its curved body, sliding protective lens cover, automatic exposure, and portability. Later models expanded the lineup with zoom lenses, improved autofocus systems, and additional convenience features.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Stylus Epic Zoom 80 combines the classic Olympus compact-camera design with a practical 38–80mm zoom range, offering more compositional flexibility than the fixed-focal-length models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, Olympus Stylus cameras remain popular among film photography enthusiasts, collectors, and photographers interested in the distinctive appearance of late-1990s point-and-shoot photography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinal Sale Disclaimer for Cameras \u0026amp; Lenses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that all sales of cameras and lenses are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efinal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Due to the nature of these items, they are sold \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eas-is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and returns, exchanges, or refunds cannot be accommodated, except where required by applicable law.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile we carefully inspect and test our vintage photographic equipment, these are pre-owned products, and wear consistent with age or use should be expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis camera has been mechanically tested using a dummy roll of film. It has not been tested with an exposed and developed roll, and photographic results remain unverified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe potential Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 80 aura-ring light-leak issue has been specifically disclosed above. We cannot guarantee that this camera is free of light leaks or other age-related photographic defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend thoroughly reviewing the product description, photographs, testing information, and model-specific disclosures before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy completing your purchase, you acknowledge these disclosed conditions and sale terms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have any questions, please contact us prior to checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSearch Terms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlympus Stylus Epic Zoom 80, Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 80 Quartzdate, Olympus Mju Zoom 80, Olympus Stylus Epic 35mm camera, Olympus 38-80mm zoom, Olympus point and shoot film camera, vintage Olympus film camera, Olympus all weather camera, Olympus compact 35mm camera, Olympus Quartzdate camera, Olympus autofocus film camera, Olympus zoom point and shoot, Olympus film camera with flash, Olympus Stylus 90s camera, Olympus Mju film camera, Olympus Stylus aura ring, Olympus Zoom 80 light leak, vintage 35mm point and shoot, tested 35mm film camera, Richmond film cameras, 35mm film Richmond, vintage cameras Richmond Virginia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CobbleStore Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67689589080297,"sku":null,"price":199.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/7904\/3305\/files\/Vintage_1999_Olympus_Stylus_Epic_Zoom_80_Quartzdate_35mm_Film_Camera.jpg?v=1792086530","url":"https:\/\/cobblestore.com\/products\/vintage-1999-olympus-stylus-epic-zoom-80-quartzdate-35mm-film-camera","provider":"CobbleStore Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}