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| The Olympus Stylus 790SW is the world's almost all durable digital camera. You can drop it from 5 feet, dunk it to 33 feet, freeze it (-10C/14F) or even try to crush it up to 220 pounds and it will still take amazing photos. The Stylus 790SW's durable construction is designed to withstand a five-foot drop, bump, or other mishap, so your camera and images are protected. It features a bright 2.5" Hypercrystal LCD so you can easily compose, view and share your images even underwater. Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) makes sharp, blur-free pictures, even if your subject is moving. The 27 Shooting Modes allow you to master any shooting situation in stills or movies with sound. The 790SW is winterized to perform at below-freezing temps. The stainless steel body and reinforced LCD makes the Stylus 790SW able to withstand up to 220 pounds of pressure, so your camera and images are always protected. 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. 2.5-inch HyperCrystal LCD lets you easily compose or share your shots even in direct sunlight White Balance - Auto, Pre-Sets (Sunlight, Overcast, Tungsten and 3 Fluorescents) Panorama Modes - Up to 10 frames automatically stitchable with OLYMPUS Master software when using Olympus brand xD-Picture Card Power Supply - Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery (LI-42B), AC Adapter (E-7AC) with optional CB-MA1 DC coupler System Requirements - Windows 98SE, ME, 2000 PRO, XP, Vista, Mac OS 9.0-9.2x/OS X 10.1-10.4 with USB port Dimensions - Width 3.6 x Height 2.3 x Depth 0.8 inch (91.8mm x 59.2mm x 20.6mm) Weight - 5.5 ounces (155 grams) without battery & media card |
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Summary: Handy Camera for many occasions
Rating: 5 out of 5 Date: 2009-01-25
I have owned this camera since September 2007. I took it to Egypt, Aruba, Belize. I took about 1400 photos in Egypt -in the water, in the desert, from the bus window, at night, at sunrise and sunset -the only 'bad' photos were due to photographer (ME) error -the shutter lag is long which is easy to forget. I have taken many pictures both above and below water. It takes great photos!! You just have to be aware of the shutter lag which seems longer here, than with my Kodak digital camera however the kodak doesn't go underwater. I have taken pictures in the rain, dropped the camera and still great photos. In Belize, I banged the camera on the ladder after snorkeling, however, I was still able to take great photos using a "point and shoot" method as I was unable to see the image on the LCD screen (handy information should this happen to you) and I had to weigh the price of repair versus a new camera (of course, I would upgrade to the 1030 if I purchased a new one) and opted for the repair. quick, reliable service with great repair of my camera (and they gave me a new battery too), thanks Olympus. Back to taking great photos within a week. LOVE this camera!!
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Summary: Hard as nails and takes great pictures !!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Date: 2009-01-14
I purcahsed this as a Christmas present for my step daughter, she is heavy handed and dare I say it clumsy, it has taken several drops to the ground and has a few war wounds and scars on it now, however it still works perfectly.
It has enough gadgets on it to keep a teenager occupied for ages, the picture quality is amazing compared to a lot of compact camera's around this price range... altogether a great purchase... and highly endorseed for those people whom are less than delicate with electronics.
PS, I would not endorse trying to do what they do in the advert with it though, as I doubt it would survive intact... however is is still tough.
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Summary: OLYMPUS 790SW
Rating: 5 out of 5 Date: 2009-01-13
THIS CAMERA IS GREAT, TAKE REALLY great QUALITY, COLOR, DIGITAL PICTURES. I CARRY IT AROUND ALL DAY IN POCKET SO IT GETS A LOT OF WEAR AND TEAR AND IT STILL WORKS GREAT. can not SAY ENOUGH great ABOUT IT. IF YOU NEED A CAMERA THAT CAN GO ANYWHERE UNDER SEVERE CONDITION THIS IS THE CAMERA TO TAKE. IT'S NOT A SLR however YOU CAN TAKE IT PLACES WHERE YOU NORMALLY WOULDN'T HAVE YOUR SLR. GREAT CAMERA, GREAT PRICE.
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Summary: Amazing compact camera
Rating: 5 out of 5 Date: 2008-12-21
This camera is absolutely amazing. I have had it for over a year now and have used it in alalmost all e imaginable environment. It is ideal for snorkeling and I have not had a single issue with temperature extremes from 120 to 0 degrees F. This is a perfect camera to pack along anywhere you go. A would endorse this to anyone who needs a simple compact camera for almost all activities.
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Summary: poor overall design
Rating: 1 out of 5 Date: 2008-12-08
Olympus Stylus 790SW 7.1MP Waterproof Digital Camera with Dual Image Stabilized 3x Optical Zoom (Orange)
disappointing camera. The lens is right where your finger needs to be to hold the camera well. You cannot shoot before a 2 second delay and having to press OK howevertons. Overall poor ergonomic and software design (Comes with all the other 1 star issues mentioned: poor image quality, poor video quality, etc.). The Pentax is a much better product, I have now used 2 happily.
Bernard
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