1. 7.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 15 x 20-inch prints
2. 3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD screen
3. Digital Image Stabilization Mode and Edit for great-looking pictures without a PC
4. Bright Capture technology for low-light photography and image viewing
5. Super-slim design measures only .65-inches deep

Editorial Review :

Pocket-sized perfection. How much technology can you possibly pour into a sleek, slim-bodied digital camera that's smaller than a deck of cards? How about Built-in Help Guides, One-Touch Operations, Preset Scene Modes, 3x optical zoom, and a 2.5" LCD? The super-slim FE-230 is absolutely packed with features that make it fun and easy to use.

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My daughter loves it!

I bought this camera for my daughter. She wanted a small camera that could be easily carried with her and this is just the thing. It takes good pictures and is the envy of the family (I use a much fancier digital SLR, but it is far too large for taking to every event where a picture opportunity arises -- with a large camera, you become a photographer documenting the event and don't enjoy the event as much --- a tail wagging the dog situaion.).

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Small camera, fuzzy pictures

If you are serious about buying this camera, you should head other posters advise about picture quality.

This camera takes the occasional quality picture, but for the most part, pictures are fuzzy and or overexposed.

The size is nice (small) and its quite stylish. But unless being seen with a small camera is all you want to do (not, for example, take picture that are worth looking at) you should look elsewhere.

My only regret is not buying it from a merchant where I could return it.

If you want one cheap, mine will be on eBay as soon as I can find another camera to take a non-fuzzy picture of this one.

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Six month Life

I purchased this camera in October and by May it no longer takes colored pictures. There is little to no help from the Olympus customer service team. My only option is to mail it to them for a fee to evaluate. Very disappointed with quality of Olympus product. I have always owned Olympus but will definitely not buy another one.

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Decent 1st Camera

I got this camera as a present for junior prom, and it went belly-up just in time for senior prom. It was a good camera to start on, easy to use and took good photos. I loved the macro shots & video, but was very dissappointed when it broke for no reason. The zoom is now out of whack, and I don't plan on buying another one.

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Defective camera

I have to admit, I like the feel of this camera. Light weight and compact. The camera is defective though. Every so often the pictures get lines across them and light leaves trails. It will stay this way for 4-5 days then it is fine again. Basically every time I really need it for business. I did not drop the camera nor is there a scratch on it. I should have returned it immediately, but did not. Every time I thought about returning it, the camera would start working again. When I finally decided to call olympus they informed me I have to pay to ship it to them. I think this is wrong since it is a quality control issue. Also, if I do not come up with a receipt they will charge me. Fortunately it was bought as a business expense. Unfortunately it could take the accountant a couple of hours to find the receipt. That would cost as much as a new camera. I have found other comments from people having the same problems. Their repair department claimed they had not heard of this issue. I think this camera hits the garbage and we try again.

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1. Box Contents - FE-340 Pink Digital Camera, Li-42B Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery and charger, USB cable, Audio/Video cable, Wrist strap, Manual, Master 2 Software CD-ROM, premium leather case, photo storage box and 4x6 frame
2. 8.0 Megapixels, 1/2.35 CCD, up to 3,264 x 2,448 resolution, 640 x 480 (30/15fps) AVI Movie
3. 48MB Internal Memory - We recommend purchasing an optional 2GB xD-Picture Card for practical usage
4. Image Stabilizer
5. Face Detection mode

Editorial Review :

Get to where you want to be with the affordable FE-340. Its ultra-slim metal body houses a powerful 5x zoom lens to provide photographers with amazing versatility. Matched with 8.0 megapixel resolution, detailed shots are assured. These can be viewed on the large 6.9cm LCD. This easy-to-use model is available in a choice of four expressive colors.

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1. 7.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 15 x 20-inch prints
2. 2.5-inch HyperCrystal LCD screen minimizes glare
3. 3x optical zoom; Face Detection technology
4. Waterproof (down to 10 feet), freeze-proof, and crush-proof design
5. 27 Shooting modes; in-camera editing options

Editorial Review :

The Olympus Stylus 790SW is the world's most 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) creates 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 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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Amazing compact camera

This camera is absolutely amazing. I have had it for over a year now and have used it in almost every 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 recommend this to anyone who needs a simple compact camera for most activities.

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Best camera for a kid

This is a great camera for a kid. It looks good and is water resistant and shockproof. However, make sure to read the directions together to learn to use it well. They're easy to follow and have plenty of pictures. This camera is kid and user friendly.

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It's Ok but not great

I purchased this camera for vacations on the water and the ability to take shots in rainy weather. It is indeed waterproof and durable, however the shutter lag makes it very frustrating when photographing children. I have a lot of just missed shots because of the delay.
Once taken, the colors seem very vibrant. Once again it is Ok but not great.

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Bad water proof system

I bought this camera because i was traveling to galapagos and i thought that this trip deserves a water proof camera. But at the third day that I sumerge the camera in to the sea it got water inside. The camara broke down and i couldnt take any more pic in my trip. :(

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poor overall design

Olympus Stylus 790SW 7.1MP Waterproof Digital Camera with Dual Image Stabilized 3x Optical Zoom (Orange)

Very 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 buttons. Overall poor ergonomic and software design (includes 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 very happily.
Bernard

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1. 8.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
2. 5x image-stabilized optical zoom; Face Detection
3. Perfect Shot Preview mode
4. Includes Olympus Master 2 software
5. Stores images on xD Picture Cards (not included)

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The FE-310's ultra-compact lens is made from precision-crafted glass that puts you 60 percent closer than a 3x zoom. Face Detection tracks your subjects' faces within the frame and automatically focuses and optimizes exposure for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures. Digital Image Stabilization helps prevent camera shake and fast moving subjects from blurring your images. Get sharper images with high ISO and fast shutter speeds. Always get the best shot with 17 Shooting Modes. The preset Shooting Modes optimize your camera's settings for sharp, brilliant photos. Capture your fondest memories in full motion using AVI Movie with sound. Get superior image quality with a high-resolution 8-megapixel CCD. Make large prints, or even crop, without losing detail. 2.5" LCD provides easy composing, shooting and sharing of your images with friends and family. Using a live, multi-frame window on the LCD, Perfect Shot Preview lets you see the effects of exposure compensation before you shoot, so you can capture the perfect shot. The In-Camera Help Guides provide a brief description of camera settings and features, conveniently displayed on the LCD, at the push of a button. Aperture Range f3.2 - f4.8 Shutter Speed - 1/2000 seconds - 1/2 seconds (up to 4 sec. in Night Scene mode) ISO - Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 640 (equivalent) Scene Modes - Portrait, Landscape, Night Portrait, Sport, Indoor, Candle, Self-Portrait, Sunset, Fireworks, Behind Glass, Cuisine, Documents, and Auction Self-Timer - 12 Seconds System Requirements - Windows 2000, XP, Vista, or Macintosh OS X 10.3 with USB port Dimensions - Width 3.7 x Height 2.4 x Depth 1.2 (93x61.7x30.5mm) Weight - 4.9 ounces (140 grams) without batteries and memory card

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Gave it as a gift and they seem to like it.

Don't really have much to say about it since I am not using it but the price was good and the features were right. I can tell you to not put cheap batterys in it but other than that it works fine.

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Brand new & would not focus.

We got this camera right before we moved overseas. We threw away the box and could not find the receipt in the confusion of moving. We never got to print or upload any photos because the camera would not focus. Now we are stuck and have to send it off and PAY for it to be fixed. Plus, we have to deal with all the hassle in doing so since we don't live in the US. Who knows how long that will take. So, I went ahead and got my daughter a new camera - NIKON. We also have a CANON and love it. Wont buy an Olympus again!!!

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Battery life is no good

I've had one of these for 4 months now and I want to echo the negative comments here about the battery life as it sucks. It's amazing how little it lasts. Everything else is OK... I get plenty of blurry one's, but that may be me as I've had that issue with all my digital cams. Also, there is no small view finder, only the big one, but that's not really an issue for me as I'm just amateur with photos and only use that one anyway.

Just how bad is the battery life? With my brand new rechargeables, we're talking about 5 - 10 photos! With normal alkalines, it varies... I've gotten nearly 100 but also a lot less. I didn't actually try nickle cads because it came with alkakines and I happen to (fortunately)currently have a big pile of them. I reckon that pile will quickly diminish the more I use my camera.

Otherwise, however, a pretty good camera, especially for the price.


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What battery life ?

I bought this camera back in May of 2008 to upgrade from an OLD bulky Fuji that was only a 2 Megapixel & a 3x zoom but still took great pictures. It seems right after I bought this model, the poor battery life reviews started to come in, & if I knew this I never would have bought it. Several times I've gotten the no battery warnig on the screen where the camera locks up, & hopefully if I wait a few minutes the batteries gain a little charge so I can take a picture or two before it dies again. Carrying extra batteries was a MUST. ( But should be not necessary )

I won't itemize all the concerns, ( soft focus, reset of settings each time it powers up, etc.) as there's a good review on the main page. But as an old 35mm SLR user, I'm used to an optical viewfinder, & just using the screen resulted in too many cut off heads & legs because of the times the screen washed out from bright light & then guessing.

I just purchased a Fuji S1000fd & one of the reasons..........
besides the screen, OPTICAL VIEWFINDER !



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Excellent for the money

Sounds like some people have models that drain batteries severely, but most digital cameras are rough on Alkaline AA's. I got it cheap and took it to the bar last night and was happy. I went through about 75 shots and had to change batteries, that is good enough for me. It holds around 450 pictures with a 1G XD card. It has features that cannot be beat with all the shooting modes. So far the only setting that loses its' preference when the power is off is the flash mode (auto flash, red-eye, constant, or off). For the money, this is a good entry lever camera.

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1. Includes - Stylus 760 Digital Camera, LI-42B Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery and Charger, USB Cable, Audio/Video Cable, Wrist Strap, Manual and CD-ROM Olympus Master Software
2. 7.1 Megapixels, Up to 3072x2304 Resolution (stills); 640x480 Movies at 15 fps - J&R recommends purchasing an optional 1GB xD Picture Card for practical usage
3. 3x optical, 5x digital zoom with 6.5 - 19.5mm lens 6 lenses in 4 groups, 4 aspherical lenses
4. Aperture Range - f3.4-f5.7
5. 2.5-inch Wide-View 230K LCD

Editorial Review :

Life is a blur. Your images should be crisp and clear. The 7.1 megapixel Stylus 760 digital camera combines an impressive suite of features previously unavailable in a single Olympus model. New Dual Image Stabilization technology compensates for camera shake and freezes action with stunning clarity. The camera's All-Weather design seals out moisture so you can safely shoot in the elements. With Bright Capture Technology, you'll get vivid images in low light, without a flash. And share all your great shots on the 2.5" Wide-View LCD, featuring a backlight boost button for enhanced visibility even in direct sunlight.

Customer Review :

Great Camera

This camera is small enough that I carry it right in my purse and have it with me at all times. Takes great pictures. The most important function for me is that it has the Image Stabilization.

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Great Camera for the Money

The Amazon website was the only place where I found this camera at such a great price, I was looking for a digital camera that was over 7 megapizels and had a rechargeable lithium battery, as cameras that use double a batteries tend to eat them up too quickly. The camera arrived very promptly with no problems, and I had no problem charging the battery and inserting the memory card. I bought it for my boyfriend who tends to rough up electronics, so that is another reasoon why I chose this camera, as it advertises being weather proof (to a certain degree obviously) and reinforced a big more securely than other cameras, including the Sony digital camera I own. It takes great pictures and the battery is very long lasting. I was very pleased with my purchase, and so is my boyfriend. Thanks!

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great easy to use camera

This camera met all my needs for an easy to use point and shoot camera. I like the fact that it has its own on board rechargable battery. no need to keep feeding it batteries. I like the many different settings it has for the environment of your subject. Has a very light and compact design. It's a good price for the amount of features. This camera is water resistant and pretty durable.

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A fuzzy camera

An unwise purchase. I bought this for a specific use: to shoot pictures on mountain bike trips, and was attracted by the shockproof/splashproof/size features. My 14 yr old son had one of these, and was raving about it. Unwisely I did not look closely at the images he was taking. So when it arrived and I tried it out, I found it gave unacceptably fuzzy scenery images, with unexciting colours, and moving targets also were fuzzy. Thinking it defective, I then did a close comparison with the results of my son's camera, shooting the same photos on each. Same result. I tried with and without image stabilisation, auto ISO vs fixed ISO etc, to no avail. So now am trying to sell/return the camera, and at same time telling our son it's just my camera that is a dud.

As a family we have had many digital cameras. Mainly Canon Powershot (3 in last 10 years), also 3 Panasonic Lumix (2 large, one pocket) and a Sony. These are more expensive, but considerably better quality, and the cameras we now use normally are both Lumix. This is our comparison, and I at least expected the Olympus to take good quality pictures. For scenery neither of our two 760s do, and seem to go back to the quality of mid-1990s digitals.

My last 2 Canon Powershot both stopped working because the sensors died, after 4-5 years. I took the latest, a 2003 Powershot S400, into repair just now and was quoted an impossible $300. But while there I saw and checked out the bottom range Canon A460, for $99 on Amazon approx. Certainly without the size or robust features of the Olympus, but the picture quality seemed very good in comparison. At half price, I think this will be a better bet for mountain biking!

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Great Price Great Camera

I bought this camera for my 14 yr old daughter for Christmas. She left the day after Christmas for a 12 day trip up north. She took a lot of pictures while she was there. The quality of the pictures are great for a point and shoot. She had a Samsung point and shoot before this and said there is no comparison between the two. The Olympus doesn't have a long delay from the time you press the button and it actually takes the picture. It is thin and very light. If you are looking for a good point and shoot camera, this would be an excellent choice.

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