Olympus Camedia C-5050 Zoom Digital Camera
The Olympus C-5050 Zoom is a 5MP 1/1.8 inch compact camera — with 320x240 video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Olympus Camedia C-5050 Zoom Digital Camera
Get notified when one lists.
We'll text or email you the moment a Olympus Camedia C-5050 Zoom Digital Camera is listed on GearFocus.
Have a Olympus C-5050 Zoom sitting in your bag?
You'd be the first listing for this model.
Serious buyers are already watching — list yours in minutes.
Available Now on GearFocus
Olympus Stylus Tough 3000 Digital Camera 12.0MP 3.6x Opt Zoom HD Video 32GB SD
Olympus OM-4 SLR Film Camera Kit w/ 50mm f1.2 Zuiko Auto-S (49mm) Lens
Camera Overview — Olympus C-5050 Zoom
Key Features — Olympus C-5050 Zoom
5MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor: Delivers a maximum resolution of 2560x1920 pixels, a competitive output for compact cameras from this era.
Articulating LCD Display: The 1.8-inch TFT LCD tilts to allow comfortable framing from high, low, or off-angle shooting positions.
Adobe RGB Color Support: Supports both sRGB and Adobe RGB color profiles, offering broader color reproduction for post-processing workflows.
Hot Shoe + Pop-Up Flash: Built-in pop-up flash handles everyday situations while the standard ISO hot shoe accommodates external flash units.
Optical Tunnel Viewfinder: Provides an alternative to the LCD for framing shots, useful in bright light or for extending battery life.
Flexible Battery Options: Accepts 4 x AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium) or CR-V3 lithium packs, making power easy to source on the go.
Camera Specifications — Olympus C-5050 Zoom
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.8 inch |
| Resolution | 5MP |
| ISO Range | 64 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Manual Focus Only |
| AF Points | 1 central point (movable within frame) |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2560x1920 |
| Burst Rate | 3.3 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 320x240 |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 1.8 inches TFT LCD (articulating) |
Description — Olympus C-5050 Zoom
The Olympus Camedia C-5050 Zoom is a point-and-shoot compact digital camera centered on a 5MP, 1/1.8-inch type sensor. Still images can be captured at a maximum resolution of 2560x1920 pixels, with support for both sRGB and Adobe RGB color profiles. The 1.8-inch articulating TFT LCD display offers 114,000 dots of resolution and flexible positioning for creative framing, while an optical tunnel-type viewfinder provides an alternative shooting method.
Autofocus uses contrast detection with a single central focus point movable within the frame, and manual focus is also supported. The ISO range spans 64 to 400. Burst shooting is available at up to 3.3 frames per second.
The body measures 114 x 80 x 70 mm and weighs 376g, constructed from metal and plastic with no weather sealing. Flash options include a built-in pop-up flash and a standard ISO hot shoe. Storage is via CompactFlash, and the camera connects to a computer via USB.
Video recording reaches 320x240 at 15fps. There is no Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or image stabilization.
Pros — Olympus C-5050 Zoom
- ✓Articulating 1.8-inch TFT LCD display enables flexible shooting angles
- ✓Supports both sRGB and Adobe RGB color profiles for color space versatility
- ✓Built-in pop-up flash plus a standard ISO hot shoe for external flash compatibility
Cons — Olympus C-5050 Zoom
- ✗ISO tops out at 400, limiting low-light shooting options
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital
- ✗Video maxes out at 320x240 at 15fps, offering very limited video utility
Videos — Olympus C-5050 Zoom
Olympus Camedia C 5050 Digital Camera — Edward Alvin