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Olympus µ 790 SW Specfications

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µ 790 SW
• Take it anywhere, anytime
as shockproof up to
1.5m****
• Face Detection for perfectly
focused and exposed faces
plus correct exposure of
other image areas
• High ISO setting for less
blur
• 3x optical zoom for
stunning portraits
The Olympus µ 790 SW goes anywhere you do. Shockproof****, waterproof*** and freezeproof, you can take it mountain biking,
swimming or skiing. It handles whatever life throws at it - so there's never a need to worry. Despite its tough attributes, the 7.1
Megapixel µ 790 SW looks great and doesn't compromise a bit on photographic features. It is available in a choice of four expressive
colours: Starry Silver, Midnight Black, Sunset Orange or Marine Blue.

Specifications

Image Sensor

Effective pixels
Filter array
Full resolution
Type
Lens
Optical zoom
Aspherical glass elements
Focal length
Focal length (equiv. 35mm)
Structure
Maximum aperture

Digital Zoom

Enlargement factor
Monitor
Resolution
BrightCapture
Monitor size
Monitor type
Specifications and appearances are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer
• Exciting shots in and by
the water as waterproof to
3m***
• 6.4cm HyperCrystal LCD
with a bright display even in
brilliant sunlight
• 7.1 Megapixels to make
poster-size prints
• Better low light shooting
thanks to BrightCapture
Technology
7.1 Megapixels
Primary colour filter (RGB)
7.4 Megapixels
1/2.3'' CCD sensor
3x
3
6.7 - 20.1mm
35mm
10 lenses / 8 groups
3.5 - 5.0
5x / 15x combined with
optical zoom
230000 dots
Yes
6.4cm / 2.5''
HyperCrystal LCD
Focusing System
Method
Face Detection AF
Spot focusing
Standard mode
Macro mode
Super Macro Mode
Exposure System
Enhancement function
Shutter speed
Exposure compensation

Scene Modes

Number of scene modes
TTL iESP auto focus with
contrast detection
Yes
Yes
0.5m - (wide) / 0.5m - (tele)
0.2m - (wide) / 0.3m - (tele)
Closest focusing distance:
7cm
Digital Image Stabilisation
Shadow Adjustment
Technology
1/2 - 1/1000s / < 4s (Night
scene)
+/- 2EV / 1/3 steps
Face Detection Technology
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Summary of Contents for Olympus µ 790 SW

  • Page 1: Specifications

    Technology The Olympus µ 790 SW goes anywhere you do. Shockproof****, waterproof*** and freezeproof, you can take it mountain biking, swimming or skiing. It handles whatever life throws at it - so there’s never a need to worry. Despite its tough attributes, the 7.1 Megapixel µ...
  • Page 2: Still Image Recording

    3072 x 2304 3072 x 2304 Function Processing 2560 x 1920 Panorama Yes (only with optional 2304 x 1728 Olympus xD-Picture Card) 2048 x 1536 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 Image Editing 1024 x 768 Black & White 640 x 480...
  • Page 3: Other Features

    *Equivalent to a 35mm camera **In 3 million pixel mode ***Weatherproof equivalent to the IEC standard publication 529 IPX8 ****Equivalent to MIL Standard (Olympus test conditions) Specifications and appearances are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer...

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