Olympus Camedia C-7070

151 reviews

Nov, 2024

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shutter (5)
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alaTest has collected and analyzed 151 reviews of Olympus Camedia C-7070. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the portability and durability. The lens and image quality also get good feedback, but many are negative about the energy efficiency and contrast. The color and low light performance get mixed comments.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Olympus Camedia C-7070 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 3 user reviews of Olympus Camedia C-7070 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Opinions about the design and lens are overall positive. The portability and image quality also get good opinions, whereas there are some less positive comments about the viewfinder and reliability. The flash and durability get mixed views.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Olympus Camedia C-7070

alaTest has collected and analyzed 27 user reviews of Olympus Camedia C-7070 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the image quality and durability. The battery and price also get good reviews. There are some mixed views about the lens, and many are critical about the design and viewfinder.

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96% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Tracey Capen (pcworld.com)

Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom Camera

It would be easy to classify the Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom as a simple case of keeping up with the Joneses. A near twin to the older C-5060 that it replaces, the C-7070's bump in resolution from the now pedestrian 5 megapixels up to a more desirable 7.1...

Long battery life High image quality

Lens could be faster

The focal length of the camera remains unchanged. The 4X optical zoom starts at the 35mm equivalent of 27mm--ideal for interior and landscape shooting. The f-stop range, however, is a little better on the newer model: f2.8 to f11 versus f2.8 to f8....

Jun, 2005

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Expert review by : Tracey Capen (pcworld.com)

Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom

Olympus boosts its rugged, wide-angle digital camera to 7 megapixels.

Though image quality is not quite what you'd expect, the C-7070 is still one of the most powerful and flexible advanced digital cameras available.

Jun, 2005

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Expert review by : David D. Busch (cnet.com)

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Olympus Wide Zoom

Full manual controls; wide-angle lens with excellent macro capabilities; excellent battery life.

Undistinguished image quality; excessive shutter lag in dim light.

Enthusiasts will enjoy the rich set of control options but will find some aspects of the camera disappointing.

Apr, 2005

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Expert review by : Terry Sullivan (pcmag.com)

Olympus Camedia C-7070 Wide Zoom

The 7.1-megapixel Olympus C-7070 is a solid, sturdy, metal-bodied camera that provides enthusiasts with a number of powerful features.

Wide-angle lens. Multiple histogram modes. Solid construction. Good overall image quality.

LCD swivels vertically up above the optical viewfinder, which feels a bit awkward. The lens (4X) should have a longer zoom. Slow boot time.

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Mar, 2005

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Expert review by : Steve's Digicams (steves-digicams.com)

Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom

Continue on to Page Two C-7070 Zoom Specifications CCD Imager 7.1 megapixel effective 7.41 megapixel gross Size 1/1.8" (.55") CCD Lens Olympus aspherical glass 4x zoom lens 5.7 - 22.8mm (27 - 110mm equivalent in 35mm photography) Seamless Digital Zoom...

Jan, 2005

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Expert review by (letsgodigital.org)

Olympus C-7070 Zoom review

Olympus' leading digital compact cameras are the Olympus C5060 Wide Zoom and the C8080 Wide Zoom. Beginning of 2005 the Olympus Camedia C7070 Wide Zoom joined in, and this camera may be looked upon as the successor of the Olympus C5060. The cameras...

The Olympus Camedia C7070 Wide Zoom definitely has professional ambitions. It features a sturdy and beautiful housing, a unique dual auto focus system and more than sufficient settings to meet the requirements of the demanding photographer. The...

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Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom Digital Camera Review: Intro, Highlights & User Report

The Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom digital camera is the latest in a long line of Olympus Camedia models stretching back to the earliest days of the consumer digital camera industry. Olympus is one of the big players in the digital camera marketplace, with a...

Very good resolution

Tight optical viewfinder (83-84% accuracy)

Mar, 2005

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Expert review by : Jeff Keller (dcresource.com)

Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom

I considered the C-5060WZ one of my favorite cameras back in its day. How does this latest model perform? Find out now in our review

Wide-angle 4X zoom lens ; Very good photo quality, though I'd adjust some settings (see below) ; Built like a tank (with one exception) ; Full manual controls ; Flip-up, rotating LCD display; good low light visibility ; Not one, but two live histograms...

Color saturation and sharpness a little too low at default settings ; Movie clips limited to 20 secs at highest quality setting ; Cheap plastic door over memory card slot ; Low light focusing should be better ; Unimpressive continuous shooting mode ;...

I really enjoyed using the C-7070WZ and it gets my recommendation. If you take a lot of photos that need that wide-angle lens, it's definitely worth your consideration.

Feb, 2008

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Expert review by : Robert Ellis (macworld.com)

Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom

The 7-megapixel Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom, with its namesake wide-angle lens, abundance of features, and great picture quality, has a lot to offer the enthusiast who's a few dollars short of the price of a digital SLR.

Excellent color ; wide lens ; excellent ergonomics and build quality ; dual control panels ; dual histograms ; dual memory slots ; hot shoe ; wide range of accessories available

Long write times for Raw files ; flimsy lens cap ; audio must be disabled to use optical zoom in movie mode

The magnesium-alloy body has a reassuringly rugged feel, and the rubberized grip and contoured thumbrest make it a pleasure to hold. The 1.8-inch swiveling LCD is great for taking shots at odd angles, and handily arranged buttons provide quick access...

May, 2005

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Expert review by (digicamera.com)

Digital Camera: Olympus C7070

The Olympus 7070 doesnt just blur the line between pro and consumer cameras, it erases it. With a superb 7.1 MP CCD sensor, a 27ö 110mm equivalent lens, and a solidly constructed magnesium body, this camera is ready to capture the big picture and bring...

Iâd strongly recommend the camera to photography students and journalists both of which will appreciate its pro-features, compact size and affordable price

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