The MJU II is loved for its tiny weather-resistant body, sliding lens cover and sharp 35mm f/2.8 lens. The Limited Edition adds a rarer finish to an already cult compact.

The sliding cover is the whole ritual: it protects the lens, powers the camera and makes the body smooth enough to pocket easily. Olympus made the camera feel like a pebble-shaped everyday object.

For a compact, yes. The 35mm f/2.8 lens is relatively fast, and the camera also has a built-in flash. It is still a point-and-shoot, but it handles daily and evening snapshots better than many slower zoom compacts.

Buy it if you want the MJU II shooting experience with extra collector appeal. It is a great match for someone who wants a pocketable premium compact that feels special before the roll even starts.

Because MJU cameras are small electronic compacts, treat the lens cover, battery door and flash modes gently. The design is brilliant, but vintage electronics reward careful use.