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Olympus µ[MJU:] 790 SW Reviews

Digital camera - compact - 7.1 Mpix - optical zoom: 3 x - supported memory: xD - silver More product details

$249.99

Camera is waterproof to 10 feet ; shock resistant to short drops and mild impact ; freezeproof... (cnet.com)

Shock proof from 5 feet, waterproof to 10 feet, Dustproof, freezeproof (down to 14 degrees F)... (electronicsme.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Olympus µ[MJU:] 790 SW

We have collected and analyzed 72 expert reviews and 911 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 70/100 and users rate it 79/100. The average review date is April 9, 2008. We have compared these reviews to 556317 reviews from other Digital Compact Cameras. The alaScore™ for this product is 91/100 = Excellent. Last update: November 19, 2009.

alaSCORE 91

910100

983 reviews

November, 2009

70 / 100

72 Experts

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79 / 100

911 Users

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Expert Reviews (72)

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Olympus Stylus 790 SW (Orange)

By (cnet.com)

Camera is waterproof to 10 feet ; shock resistant to short drops and mild impact ; freezeproof down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit ; nifty Perfect Shot Preview function

No manual exposure controls ; slightly soft images

If you need a camera that you can take snorkeling or skiing, then the Stylus 790 SW might be just the ticket, but you can find better image quality for the same price.

However, Olympus' Stylus 790 SW, like the Stylus 770 SW before it, is tough...

Rating

68100

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cnet.com
US

Olympus Stylus 790 SW

By (electronicsme.com)

If you need a camera that you can take snorkeling with you or take along to the ski slopes, and all you plan to do is view the images on your TV, email them, or print small prints, then you can't beat the 790SW. But if image quality matters to you, ...

Shock proof from 5 feet, waterproof to 10 feet, Dustproof, freezeproof (down to 14 degrees F), sandproof, 7.1 MP resolution, 2.5” HyperCrystal LCD monitor, Poor image quality

The Olympus Stylus 790 SW is a compact digital camera that is built to take

Olympus Stylus 790 SW Review: The Olympus Stylus 790 SW is a compact digital...

Rating

80100

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electronicsme.com
US

Olympus Stylus 790 SW Digital Camera - Review - The Imaging Resource!

By Andrew Alexander (imaging-resource.com)

The Olympus Stylus 790 SW features a design ensuring wherever you go - regardless of environment - your camera will go right along with you

Shockproof ; Waterproof ; Freezeproof ; Sand and dustproof ; Face detection autofocus ; LED Lamp super macro mode ; Internal memory for up to eight favorite photos ; A mode for every situation, including three underwater modes ; Good daylight screen ...

Slightly confusing guided shooting mode ; Hit-and-miss autofocus ; No optical viewfinder ; Soft corners, chromatic aberration ; Heavy noise suppression at all ISOs ; Soft images overall at all ISOs ; Image quality limits print sizes to 4x6 inches

The "SW" in the name hints at two of the camera's more unusual features - both shock- and water-proofing. As with past models, the Olympus 790SW is shockproof to the MIL-STD-810F standard - meaning that the camera can withstand drops of up to 5 feet ...

The Stylus 790SW is Shockproof, meaning you can drop the Stylus 790SW from up...

No rating

imaging-resource.com

User Reviews (911)

US

Olympus Stylus 790 SW (Blue) review

By levis760212 (cnet.com)

it is a small and stylish camera.the water pr... 

Camera is waterproof to 10 feet, shock resistant to short drops and mild impact, and freezeproof down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit ; also, has nifty Perfect Shot Preview function

No manual exposure controls ; slightly soft images

If you need a camera that you can take snorkeling or skiing, then the Stylus 790 SW might be just the ticket, but you can find better image quality elsewhere for the same price.

US

"Camera broke after one swim"

By billywitch (cnet.com)

My daughter was given this camera at xmas 200... 

none it doesn't work

it doesn't do what it says on the packet

US

"Nothing comes close"

By nicklopez6 (cnet.com)

Nothing in the market comes close to what the... 

waterproof.... shockproof....freezeproof

noisy auto focus adjustment mechanism

Manufacturer's Description

The camera built for life's adventures. The Stylus 790 SW is packed with technology tailored for active people. The Shockproof, Waterproof, Freezeproof and Dustproof design means it's incredibly durable, but it's also sleek and stylish. The new Face Detection feature recognizes subjects' faces and automatically focuses and optimizes exposure for sharp, brilliant portraits. Whether you're playing volleyball at the beach, mountain biking or just hanging out at the pool, the Stylus 790 SW is a...

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