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Olympus Stylus 720 SW

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3.8
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User ratings:
12
3.9 out of 5
12 user ratings
5 stars
25 %
4 stars
41 %
3 stars
33 %
2 stars
0 %
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Editorial reviews:
13
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3.7 out of 5
5 user ratings
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4 stars
80 %
3 stars
20 %
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Pros

  • Color was quite vibrant and accurate
  • Both waterproof and shock-resistant
  • make it easy to shoot compelling lifestyle images

Cons

  • not image size and quality
  • TTL CCD system autofocus
  • Digital ESP and Spot metering

Key specs

  • CCD
  • 6.17x4.55 mm
  • 7 Mpx
  • 3072, 2304 px
  • 5.7
  • Contrast Detect (sensor), Single, Live View
  • 2.5 in
  • no

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Olympus Stylus 720 SW - Pros & Cons

Olympus Stylus 720 SW

Pros

  • Color was quite vibrant and accurate
  • Both waterproof and shock-resistant
  • make it easy to shoot compelling lifestyle images
  • solid and well-built

Cons

  • not image size and quality
  • TTL CCD system autofocus
  • Digital ESP and Spot metering
  • digital image stabilisation
  • images are noisy and lack detail at 2500
  • shutter's also hesitant while locking on
  • images were somewhat soft as a result
  • The camera blew out some of the highlights in my daylight shooting
  • a tendency for images to be a little too contrasty
  • which is a bit on the pricey side
  • SW's sound is somewhat tinny

Olympus Stylus 720 SW - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
2.5 in
Best:
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Screen size: 6.7 in
IconISO maximum
400
Best:
Pentax KP
ISO maximum: 819200
IconEffective pixels
7 Mpx
Best:
Hasselblad H6D-100c
Effective pixels: 100 Mpx
IconMax resolution
3072 x 2304 px
Best:
Leica M11
Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px

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Olympus Stylus 720 SW - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Sensor typeCCD
Sensor size0.24 in
Sensor photo detectors7.0 Mpx
Effective pixels7.0 Mpx
Image ratio w:h4:3
Max resolution3072 x 2304 px
Other resolutions
  • 2560x1920
  • 2304x1728
  • 2048x1536
  • 1600x1200
  • 1280x960
  • 1024x768
  • 640x480
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Optics and focus
Optical zoom3.0 x
Digital zoom5.0 x
Minimum aperture3.4
Maximum aperture5.7
Focal length equiv37 - 111
Autofocus
  • Contrast Detect
  • Single
  • Live View
Manual focusNo
Normal focus range23.62 in
Macro focus range3.15 in
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Photography features
Minimum shutter speed4.0 s
Maximum shutter speed1.0 s
Shutter priorityno
Aperture priorityno
Exposure compensation plus2
Exposure compensation minus-2
Expousure compensation steps1/3
Built-in flashyes
Flash range2.4
Flash modes
  • Auto
  • Fill-in
  • Redeye Reduction
External flashno
Self-timeryes
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Audio features
Built-in microphoneyes
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Dimensions
Weight5.26 oz
Width3.58 in
Height0.78 in
Depth2.31 in
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Power
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
Number of batteries supported1
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Other features
Timelapse recordingno
GPSno
Orientation sensorno
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Image
ISO
  • 100
  • 200
  • 400
  • 800
ISO Autoyes
ISO minimum64
ISO maximum400
Boosted ISO maximum1600
White balance presets5
Custom white balanceno
Image stabilization typeNo
Uncompressed formatNo
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Screen and viewfinder
Screen size2.5 in
Articulated LCDno
Screen technologyLCD
Screen dots115000
Touch screenno
Live viewyes
ViewfinderNone
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Videography features
Maximum resolution640 x 480 px
Video recordingyes
Motion JPEG frame rate15.0 fps
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Design
Body typeCompact
Colour of product
  • Blue
  • Pink
  • Silver
Environmentally sealedyes
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Storage
Internal storage19.1 mB
Compatible memory cardsxD
Storage types
  • xD Picture Card
  • Internal
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Connectivity
HDMIno
USB version1.0
DC-in jackyes
Remote controlNo
PictBridgeyes

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Olympus Stylus 720 SW Olympus - Editorial Reviews (13)

3.7
Based on 13 reviews
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  • 2
  • 1
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PCMag UK
Published: 13.08.2013
Olympus Stylus 720 SW
3.5

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TechRadar
Published: 31.05.2006
Olympus mju 720SW review
4.0

Ditch those kid gloves - Olympus toughens up

Olympus Stylus 720 SW Olympus µ 720SW – Rugged Digital Camera
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Trusted Reviews
Published: 13.06.2006
Olympus µ 720SW – Rugged Digital Camera
3.0

This is the most rugged mju yet from Olympus, but can it still take good pictures?

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Good Gear Guide
Olympus 720SW
3.5

Whilst this camera's pictures could be better, it's superior design and rugged features are a huge boon, and for many people will make this the ideal camera.

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Olympus Stylus 720 SW 6 to 7 Megapixel user reviews : 3.9 out of 5 - 4 reviews - photographyreview.com

Olympus Stylus 720 SW 6 to 7 Megapixel user reviews : 3.9 out of 5 - 4 reviews - photographyreview.com

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Imaging Resource
Published: 11.07.2006
Olympus 720 SW Review

Olympus 720 SW review, find out how the 720 SW stacks up against the competition in our real-world review with in-depth image quality comparisons.

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CNET
Published: 18.05.2006
Olympus Stylus 720 SW

Drop it or drown it, this ultracompact will survive both. Should you take this tough little photosnapper on your next vacation?

Olympus Stylus 720 SW Digital Camera Magazine: Camera review: Olympus 720 SW with PT-033 Underwater Case
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Digital Camera Magazine: Camera review: Olympus 720 SW with PT-033 Underwater Case

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DPReview
Published: 26.01.2006
Olympus Stylus 720SW

Pre-PMA 2006: Olympus today announced the Stylus 720SW, a waterproof (to 3m) 7.1 megapixel camera that is also 'shock-proof' (resistant to falls from up to 1.5m). Boasting a maximum ISO of 1600, a large 2.5-inch screen and a 3x optical zoom, the 720SW is available in an array of colours; Dusky Pink, Polar Blue and Steel Silver. Updated: Specifications added

Olympus Stylus 720 SW Olympus Stylus Digital 720 SW Review - Steve's Digicams
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Olympus Stylus Digital 720 SW Review - Steve's Digicams

Review posted 5/2/2006 Click on the Stylus 720 SW to take a QuickTime VR tour The Stylus 720 SW can withstand a 5-foot drop, shoot under water up to 10 feet, and combines light, durable body construction and shock-absorbing materials throughout the interior. The stylish and compact Stylus

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Photo Review
Published: 17.02.2012
Olympus Mju 720SW
4.3

An affordable, high resolution digicam that's waterproof and shock-resistant and includes 25 scene presets.With a slimline stainless steel and aluminium body the new 7.1-megapixel Olympus ø‚ µ 720SW has rubberised gel sealing and shockproofing around the lens, circuit board, battery/card slot and USB port. Waterproof to three metres and withstanding a 1.5 metre drop, the 720SW deserves its "Tough" tag. It's available in silver or Polar Blue and sports a 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5-inch LCD but no viewfinder.