Olympus Camedia C-160 Digital Camera
The Olympus C-160 is a 3MP Other compact camera — known for its 3MP CCD Sensor and Dual Viewfinder Options. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus C-160
Key Features — Olympus C-160
3MP CCD Sensor: Captures images at up to 2048x1536 pixels, sufficient for standard prints and everyday digital sharing.
Dual Viewfinder Options: Both an optical viewfinder and a 1.5-inch fixed LCD display are available for composing shots.
Built-In Flash: Integrated flash with multiple modes provides basic lighting flexibility across a range of shooting conditions.
AA or CR-V3 Battery Support: Accepts two AA batteries or a single CR-V3 cell, making power sourcing easy at home or while traveling.
Compact 154g Body: Plastic construction measuring 110 x 62 x 38 mm keeps the camera genuinely pocketable for everyday carry.
USB Image Transfer: Built-in USB connectivity allows straightforward transfer of photos to a computer without additional hardware.
Camera Specifications — Olympus C-160
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Beginner-Friendly |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | Other |
| Resolution | 3MP |
| ISO Range | 50 – 150 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 1 point |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2048x1536 |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | Standard |
| Image Stabilization | None |
Description — Olympus C-160
The Olympus Camedia C-160 is a compact point-and-shoot camera designed with simplicity in mind. Its 3MP sensor produces images at up to 2048x1536 pixels, well-suited to casual snapshots and everyday memories. A contrast detection autofocus system with 1 focus point keeps shooting fast and fuss-free, while the built-in flash with multiple modes handles a range of lighting situations.
Composing shots is easy thanks to the 1.5-inch fixed LCD with 120,000 dots of resolution alongside an optical viewfinder. The camera's plastic body weighs just 154g and measures 110 x 62 x 38 mm, making it genuinely pocketable. Battery flexibility is a highlight — the C-160 runs on 2x AA or 1x CR-V3 cells, with approximately 150 shots from AA alkalines. USB connectivity enables wired image transfer.
Video recording is available at up to 15fps in 8-bit color. The ISO range spans 50 to 150, and there is no image stabilization.
Pros — Olympus C-160
- ✓Lightweight 154g plastic body measuring 110 x 62 x 38 mm makes it highly portable
- ✓Flexible battery options — accepts either 2x AA or 1x CR-V3 cells for easy sourcing on the go
- ✓3MP sensor delivers a maximum resolution of 2048x1536 pixels for everyday photo needs
Cons — Olympus C-160
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — inBodyIS, digitalIS, and optical IS are all absent
- ✗Narrow ISO range of 50–150 limits shooting flexibility in varied or low-light conditions
- ✗Video capture maxes out at 15fps with no maximum resolution specified
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