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Olympus Stylus 770SW Digital Camera

Olympus 770SW

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Key Features of the Olympus 770SW :
  • Ultra Compact camera with Full metal body.
  • Shockproof up to 5 ft and Waterproof up to 33 ft and Freezeproof (-10 degrees C/14 degrees F).
  • Crushproof to 220 pounds.
  • Manometer that measures air and water pressure to calculate the altitude and depth of your photos.
  • 7.1 Effective Megapixel Resolution.
  • 3X Optical Zoom.
  • Digital Image Stabilization Mode.
  • Capture Crisp, Clear Pictures With High ISO Sensitivity And Fast Shutter Speed.
  • Large 2.5" LCD Screen.
  • 28 Built in Shooting Modes.
  • 19.1 MB Internal Memory.
  • Upto 290 shots per battery charge.

Stylus 770SW Highlights

7.1 megapixels The Stylus 770SW’s high-resolution CCD delivers superior image quality for larger prints without sacrificing detail.

3x optical zoom The precision-crafted Olympus lens delivers sharper, clearer images and brings you closer to the action without taking a step.

Shockproof to 5 feet Accidents happen, but don't worry. The Stylus 770SW is designed to withstand a 5-foot drop, bump, or other mishap. The rugged metal body and revolutionary shock-absorbing construction minimize impact to the lens, LCD, image processor and other sensitive components for worry-free shooting.

Waterproof to 33 feet The Stylus 770SW combines Olympus precision optics with innovative waterproof sealants so you can capture beautiful images above and below the surface. Have fun taking snapshots in the pool, at the waterpark or in the ocean down to depths of 33 feet (10 meters), and even record underwater movies with sound.

Freezeproof (-10 degrees C/14 degrees F) The camera that never catches cold. Perfect for skiing, snowboarding, sledding, and other winter fun, the Stylus 770SW is winterized to perform at temperatures even below freezing.

Crushproof tp 220 pounds One tough little camera. With its stainless-steel body and reinforced LCD, the Stylus 770SW is designed to withstand up to 220 pounds of pressure, so your camera and images are always protected.

2.5-inch HyperCrystal LCD More fun in the sun. Now you can easily compose, view, and share your images indoors and outdoors, even in direct sunlight. The large, high-resolution LCD features a wider viewing angle (140 degrees, left to right or up and down) and anti-glare technology that uses natural light to brighten the LCD.

Manometer The Stylus 770SW features a built-in manometer that measures air and water pressure to calculate the altitude and depth of your photos.

Digital image stabilization Freeze the action. With high ISO sensitivity and faster shutter speeds, you can capture sharp, blur-free images, even if you or your subject is moving.

Bright Capture technology Keep it bright even in low light! When shooting or recording in low light, Bright Capture allows you to clearly preview your shot on the LCD and capture brighter, more vivid images -- without a flash.

27 Shooting Modes including Movie with Sound Getting the best shot has never been easier. Preset shooting modes optimize the camera’s settings for any shooting situation to ensure you capture a great shot. Select Scene Modes such as Portrait, Landscape, Night Scene, Sports, Beach and Snow, Underwater and more. Records VGA-quality AVI movies with sound (640 x 480 resolution at 15fps) up to the capacity of your xD card.



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Name: Olympus 770SW Sony DSC-G1
Megapixels: 7.1 6.0
Optical Zoom: 3 X 3 X
Max Res: 3072 x 2304 2816 x 2112
LCD Screen: 2.5 " 3.5 "
Digital zoom: Yes, 6 x
Image stabilizer: Yes, Sensor shift No
Media Card: xD Picture Card + Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Battery: Lithium-Ion rechargeable InfoLithium (NP-BG1) & charger
Weight (with batteries): 195 g (6.9 oz) 238 g (8.4 oz)
Lowest Price: $249.00 $297.98
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Olympus 770SW User Reviews

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5
Out of 5
Great for the Outdoors!
- Reviewd on: 2008-11-19 By: Hadley F. Twiddy
I'm not a professional photographer and I don't have 5 other cameras in my quiver so as far as all of the technical aspects go, I can't give the best review. However, as far as the shock, sand, and waterproof aspects are concerned, I can honestly say that I've put this camera to the test and it has passed with flying colors! I have a small kayak touring company and this camera goes everywhere with me. It has been dropped, exposed to extreme heat and cold, and covered with sand at the beach and still works like a champ. What really won me over though was a 5 minute stint in 3 feet of salty water, lying on a silty muddy bottom while kayaks were unloaded. As soon as I got everyone out of their boats I fished around for the camera. I brought it up, soaked and muddy, and it immediately turned on and was ready to take pictures! For people who are outdoors a lot, you can't find a better camera!
4
Out of 5
great canera
- Reviewd on: 2008-10-06 By: P. Bylsma
this camera is an excellent camera to take with you when your going in the water (salt or pool) pictures are good enough quality for me even blown up they still look good. i have not played with the video on this yet and am not really intending to but from its 15fps rate the quality will probably be on the choppy side if you really care about the video.
underwater pictures come out good in the pool. i tried getting some in the ocean but our water is too murky and not enough light.
I use this camera in the ocean mostly to get bodyboarding and surfing shots. ive used it about 5 or 6 times in the water, in the month that ive had it. as long as you follow the directions for keeping the water proofing it will hold up. also some water may get in near the connection ports. just dry that off (there is water proofing around the ports) and it will last
PROS: underwater capability up to 33ft( as claimed by olympus)(ive had it 10ft, sequence shots are pretty good for a digital camera. good quality images blown up to screen size
CONS: zoom is limited (3 times optical 5 times digital) (digital zoom not worth using just turn it off)video is shot @ 15fps

i had my choices narrowed down between this camera and pentax optio w30
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i choose the olympus and am not regretting it

picutre taken with the stylus 770sw

this is the site which i am hosting my pictures check them out to see the quality
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*volleyball pictures taken with a different camera all others are the stylus 770sw
5
Out of 5
Excellent rugged camera
- Reviewd on: 2008-09-30 By: Mark D. Mestel
I puchased this camera to take on a kayaking trip. It lived up to its advertisement. Not only does it take good quality photos; it stands up very well to the adverse conditions found on salt water.
5
Out of 5
Great Camera for the Beach & Vacation
- Reviewd on: 2008-09-30 By: N. Peterson
I bought this camera for my trip to Key West. I planned to do a number of snorkeling trips, and thought it would be cool to have a underwater camera.

I have now owned the camera for about six months, and have had it in the water over 20 times. I have never had a problem with it and would recommend it to anyone who wants to take a digital camera to the Ocean or Beach and not worry about destroying it.

Excellent Pictures. Although, the flash pictures have a tendency to allows produce red eye.
2
Out of 5
snorkler
- Reviewd on: 2008-09-29 By: Jodi Kearns
The camera is easy enough to use, and it takes outstanding photographs. It is difficult to see what you are taking a picture of without an eyepiece. I took care of the camera exactly as the instructions, but had to buy 2 new batteries, they would charge, but not register in the camera. I did return the camera and was very quickly fixed. I like olympus products. If you are looking for a cheap, easy underwater camera, I suggest getting the upgrade of this model, the one with the eyepiece, you won't regret the extra money.