Olympus Camedia C-8080 Wide Zoom Digital Camera
The Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom is a 8MP 2/3 inch compact camera — with 640x480 video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom
Key Features — Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom
8MP 2/3-Inch Sensor: The larger-than-typical 2/3-inch sensor format captures more light than smaller compact sensors, delivering detailed 3264x2448 stills.
Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: The built-in 5x optical zoom lens starts at an equivalent 28mm wide angle, making it well-suited for landscapes, architecture, and tight indoor spaces.
Tilting LCD Display: The 1.8-inch TFT LCD tilts to allow comfortable framing from high or low angles without contorting around the camera.
Electronic Viewfinder: The 235,000-pixel EVF provides an alternative to the LCD for brighter conditions or steadier handheld shooting.
Magnesium Alloy Body: The all-metal magnesium alloy construction gives the C-8080 a solid, durable feel that holds up to regular use.
Adobe RGB Support: Shooting in Adobe RGB color space retains a wider gamut for post-processing and print workflows compared to sRGB.
Camera Specifications — Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 2/3 inch |
| Resolution | 8MP |
| Processor | Olympus TruePic |
| ISO Range | 50 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | iESP, spot |
| Max Photo Resolution | 3264x2448 |
| Burst Rate | 1.8 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 640x480 |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
Description — Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom
The Olympus Camedia C-8080 Wide Zoom is a fixed-lens compact camera centered on an 8MP sensor in a 2/3-inch type format, processed by the Olympus TruePic image engine. Maximum still resolution reaches 3264x2448 pixels with burst shooting available at up to 1.8 frames per second. The camera supports four color profiles — sRGB, Adobe RGB, Black & White, and Sepia — for creative flexibility directly in-camera.
ISO sensitivity runs from 50 to 400. For composition and review, the camera features a 1.8-inch tilting TFT LCD at 134,000 dots alongside an Electronic Viewfinder rated at 240,000 pixels. The magnesium alloy body measures 119 x 82 x 99mm and weighs 724g.
Storage is via CompactFlash, with USB connectivity for offloading files. Flash options include a built-in pop-up flash and a Standard ISO hot shoe for external units. Video capability reaches 640x480 at 15fps in 8-bit color.
The Olympus BLM-1 Li-Ion battery (1500mAh, 7.2V) is rated for approximately 330 shots per charge under CIPA conditions.
Pros — Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom
- ✓8MP sensor with 3264x2448 maximum resolution delivers detailed stills for a camera of its class
- ✓Tilting 1.8-inch TFT LCD display aids shooting from low or high angles
- ✓Magnesium alloy body construction provides a sturdy, premium feel
Cons — Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital IS
- ✗ISO tops out at 400, limiting performance in low-light environments
- ✗Video maxes out at 640x480 at 15fps, which is quite limited even for its era
Videos — Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom
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