Olympus C-770 Ultra Zoom 4MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Zoom

Olympus C-770 Ultra Zoom 4MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Zoom
Manufacturer: Olympus
Product Type: Photography

Editorial Review:
Product Description
Experience photography without limitations with this advanced, 4 megapixel digital camera. The C-770 is designed with an impressive 10x optical/40x total zoom, MPEG4 Movie mode with audio, the ultra fast TruePic TURBO image processor, and the freedom to add on wide angle or telephoto conversion lenses, as well as an external flash via its dedicated hot shoe, so there's no photographic situation you won't be fully prepared for.
Amazon.com Product Description
Olympus yet again raises the bar in the ultra-zoom digital camera arena with the 4-megapixel Camedia C-770. It's the smallest digital camera in the world featuring an optical 10x optical zoom (as of February 2004), measuring 4.11 x 2.36 x 2.7 inches (12-percent smaller than its predecessor, the C-750) and weighing only 9.9 ounces. It also features an MPEG4 movie mode with sound for high-resolution video at 30 frames per second. Other features include an all-metal body, a Super Zoom function that extends to 14x close-ups, fast USB 2.0 connectivity, and a bevy of manual features.

Optics and Resolution


	*Olympus' 10x optical zoom gets the detail of hard-to-reach subjects without loss of image quality.*

With its 4-megapixel resolution, the C-770 captures 2288 x 1712 pixel images for impressive, photo-quality 11 x 14-inch print enlargements. It als features a full range of resolution modes: 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 1024 x 768, and 640 x 480 pixels. It records both in JPEG and TIFF format. The C-770's bright (f2.8-f3.7) optical system--normally only found in pro-level SLR cameras--comprises 11 elements arranged in 7 groups and includes two aspherical lenses to reduce distortion as well as an ED element to help reduce chromatic aberration.

The 10x optical zoom lens (6.3-63mm, or 38-380mm equivalent in 35mm photography) is combined with a 4x digital zoom for a seamless 40x total zoom. The new Super Zoom function--captured at 1600 x 1200 (2-megapixel) resolution--enables you to extend to an amazing 14x optical zoom.

Movie Mode
The C-770 captures video with audio in MPEG4 movie format, the next-generation video standard with more efficient file compression. You can shoot at an astonishing 30 frames per second (fps) while in SHQ mode (640 x 480 pixels). Two other resolution modes (320 x 240 and 160 x 120) capture video at 15 fps.

More Features
The C-770 is one of the first Olympus models to feature TruePic Turbo, a new image processor that sharpens image clarity, contrast, and color for life-like results. This feature also makes the camera 30% faster in processing images and is combined with a super-fast shutter release time.

The mode dial offers quick access to automatic settings, as well as four customizable "My Mode" settings.

In auto mode, the C-770 offers point-and-shoot simplicity for flawless picture taking. For those times when you want to tweak your creativity, the C-770 has aperture priority, shutter priority, or full manual settings. The 6 Scene modes (controlled by the dial on top of the camera) provide fully automatic exposure adjustments in a wide variety of settings: Portrait, Self Portrait, Landscape-Portrait, Sports, Night Scene and Landscape photography. The 4 customizable "My Mode" settings help save time by allowing you to assign frequently used settings to the mode dial for quick access.

The optimized electronic viewfinder (unlike many optical viewfinders) enables precise framing of the shot as well as displays all activated settings so you don't have to take your eyes off your subject.

Other features include:

1.8-inch low-temperature poly-silicon TFT LCD (118,000 pixels)
Built-in flash with several modes: auto for low light and backlight, red-eye reduction , fill-in (forced on), and slow shutter synchronized
Dedicated hot shoe connection for adding an external flash or sync to a studio strobe
1.5 frames per second burst mode up to 8 frames in HQ mode
ISO settings: Auto, 64, 100, 200, 400

Direct Printing
The C-770 is PictBridge compatible, which enables you to transfer pictures from your digital camera to a compatible printer (such as the Olympus P-10), without a PC or image-editing software. All PictBridge devices share three basic features: camera-to-printer connecting, single-image printing, and uniform error messages (in case something goes wrong).

Storage and Transfer
Images are stored on XD Picture Card memory cards. The card's small size, about the same as a postage stamp, helps to keep the camera size down. The included 16 MB card will store approximately 16 images at 2288 x 1712 pixels (at HQ, JPEG setting). Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via ultra-fast USB 2.0 connectivity, which means the camera can be connected to any USB-based Windows 98 Rev2Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software.

Power and Size
The camera is powered by a proprietary rechargeable lithium-ion battery (model Li-10B, included), which provides approximately 175 shots per charge with typical use. It measures 4.11 x 2.36 x 2.7 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 9.9 ounces (excluding battery and storage media).

What's in the Box
This package contains the Camedia C-770 digital camera, 16 MB XD memory card, lithium-ion rechargeable battery (Li-10B) and battery charger, USB and A/V cables, carrying strap, lens cap with retainer cord, quick-start guide, and printed instruction manual. The CD-ROM features Camedia Master software, VideoStudio7 SE Basic (for MPEG4 video editing), Adobe Acrobat Reader, and Camera Reference Manual.

Olympus C-770 Ultra Zoom 4MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Zoom

Average customer rating:

LOVE the shots, hate the machine
Olympus cameras have a tendency to break after the warranty expires.
Powerful 10x Optical Zoom - one of the earliest camera's
A Great Camera for Paranormal Research
Great Cam

Olympus C-770 Ultra Zoom 4MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Zoom

Manufacturer: Olympus
ProductGroup: Photography
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Olympus LI-12B Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery for Select Stylus and C Series Digital Cameras
Fujifilm 128 MB XD Picture Card
Olympus CLA4 Lens Adapter Tube for C765 & C770 Digital Cameras
Olympus Soft Vinyl Case for C & D Series Digital Cameras
Olympus 200843 128 MB xD-Picture Card

Accessories:

Olympus CB-VC1 Digital Camera Video Cable (Item #200529)
Olympus B-Macro Lens Adapter for Olympus C765 & C770 Digital Cameras
Olympus Gadget Bag for SP, C & D Series Digital Cameras
Olympus CBUSB4 Digital Camera USB Cable for C & D Series Digital Cameras
Digital Concepts 1300 MAH Replacement Battery for Olympus Li-10B

Product Features:

4-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 11-by-15-inch enlargements
10x optical zoom combines with 4x digital zoom for 40x total zoom
MPEG4 movie mode with audio; 1.8-inch LCD display; PictBridge enabled
Store images on xD memory cards
Powered by rechargeable lithium ion battery (included with charger)

ASIN: B0001DKR0O

Amazon.com Product Description

Olympus yet again raises the bar in the ultra-zoom digital camera arena with the 4-megapixel Camedia C-770. It's the smallest digital camera in the world featuring an optical 10x optical zoom (as of February 2004), measuring 4.11 x 2.36 x 2.7 inches (12-percent smaller than its predecessor, the C-750) and weighing only 9.9 ounces. It also features an MPEG4 movie mode with sound for high-resolution video at 30 frames per second. Other features include an all-metal body, a Super Zoom function that extends to 14x close-ups, fast USB 2.0 connectivity, and a bevy of manual features.

Optics and Resolution


	Olympus' 10x optical zoom gets the detail of hard-to-reach subjects without loss of image quality.

The mode dial offers quick access to automatic settings, as well as four customizable "My Mode" settings.

Other features include:

1.8-inch low-temperature poly-silicon TFT LCD (118,000 pixels)
Built-in flash with several modes: auto for low light and backlight, red-eye reduction , fill-in (forced on), and slow shutter synchronized
Dedicated hot shoe connection for adding an external flash or sync to a studio strobe
1.5 frames per second burst mode up to 8 frames in HQ mode
ISO settings: Auto, 64, 100, 200, 400

Product Description

Experience photography without limitations with this advanced, 4 megapixel digital camera. The C-770 is designed with an impressive 10x optical/40x total zoom, MPEG4 Movie mode with audio, the ultra fast TruePic TURBO image processor, and the freedom to add on wide angle or telephoto conversion lenses, as well as an external flash via its dedicated hot shoe, so there's no photographic situation you won't be fully prepared for.

Customer Reviews:

LOVE the shots, hate the machine.......2007-02-03

I bought this camera in November 2005 and have taken some of the most incredible shots of my life with it. However, it died 6 months after purchase, so I sent it in for repair thinking the warranty would cover it-not so much. I spent the dough to get it fixed and now (6 months later) it has died again. I am so disappointed I could scream.

Olympus cameras have a tendency to break after the warranty expires........2007-01-07

Buyer be ware! Olympus cameras have a tendency to break after the warranty expires. This is the second camera I have purchased from Olympus that has broken down soon after the warranty expired. The camera itself is great with it's 10x zoom and 4 megapixels. Yet, it saddens me to see the quality of this once great company deteriorate to the point that their products seize to work a few weeks/months after their warranty expires... Yes, there are lemons out there, but two cameras? What are the chanses of that? The first Olympus camera that failed on me was the C4000, when a week after the warranty expired the flash died on me. At least I got a good year more with that model (even if I was confined to day shots)... now, the 770 has totally died on me... it seems like the microchip/bar controlling the off-playback-auto-movie modes has malfunctioned on me as it is only turning off and into playback mode (even on camera/video mode)... no use sending it back to the factory as I don't have any warranty and y'all know how much they charge for repairs on digital cameras.

Nothing left to use but upgrate... this time i'm getting the darn extended warranty... oh, and yes, I went for the Sony Alpha 100.... first dive into dSLR... can't wait to get the lenses this week to test it all out... more on that later.

Powerful 10x Optical Zoom - one of the earliest camera's.......2006-05-27

Have seen camera's priced at the same level that of the Olympus C770 UZ, & yet they have a poor Optical/Digital Zoom. This model being one of the earliest amongst all having a Zoom as high as 10x & yet being priced under $500US.That itself was a steal price,considering the next best were the D-SLRs which were soon released in the same time when this model was released.
Have used this camera for a year almost.What it lacks is a Stabilized Zoom. For the body of the camera being heavy (thats the price u pay for a lens that has a 10x power),yet u can ignore the weight of the camera if u see the picture output that it can deliver. Have shot pictures in San Francisco,Monterey,Las Vegas & Seattle.And the images yet do blow me away.
For someone who is not sure which camera to buy - If u are a beginner,go for the usual 3x/4x Optical Zooms & feather weight camera's from Canon,Olympus or Sony.
For the serious photographers who would enjoy outdoor shoots & harness the power of the zoom - Go for the 10x & up series of camera's from Olympus or Canon. The image clarity is awesome - of course u have to know how to capture the subject on camera.
For the not cost conscious & serious photographers - go for a Digital SLR or the normal Nikon's,Canon EOS Rebels - nothing beats normal photography compared to digital. Of course, u need to find time off to send your films for a laundry wash at the Kodak's or Ritz camera's - else settle for a digital world that has made photography easy to store & print off a small memory card - be it the xD's for a Fuji,Olympus, SD's CF for Canon's Nikons or the Memory sticks for a Sony.
Make your choice - but take my word.For the price, this camera is a beauty.

A Great Camera for Paranormal Research.......2006-05-23

I have been using this camera over the course of about a year and have produced amazing clear shots, even in the dead of night. I belong to a local paranormal research group and I can highly recommend this camera to anyone looking for a good camera for that type of research. The only slightly negative aspect to this camera that I can think of is the flash recharge rate between shots. You have to wait a little more between shots when using the flash. Don't let this issue put you off of owning this camera. You won't be sorry.

Great Cam.......2005-09-06

Super, Only drawback , as I read in prior reveiws, is battery life. Super easy to use and great pictures. the movie mode is wonderful with the use of an upgraded memory card.

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