The Olympus Superzoom 115 is interesting because it is an Olympus Superzoom with useful 115mm reach. It has its own place among compact 35mm cameras rather than feeling like a generic point-and-shoot.

The distinctive detail is that it has the friendly Olympus travel-camera formula: automatic, capable and ready for changing distances. That gives the camera a more memorable personality and helps shoppers understand why this model is different from the next compact on the shelf.

It is best for one-camera holidays, portraits and detail hunting. In practical terms, it is the sort of camera you choose when you want to finish rolls and make real photographs, not just collect a famous name.

A useful tip is to telephoto shots like bright light and steady hands. Like most compact film cameras, it performs best when you work with its strengths instead of forcing it into every situation.

Buy the Olympus Superzoom 115 if its particular mix of size, handling and personality matches the way you want to shoot. It uses standard 35mm film, and this camera is tested by Analogue Amsterdam before sale with a 2-month warranty.