Olympus Camedia C-2 Digital Camera
The Olympus C-2 is a 2MP Other compact camera — with null video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus C-2
Key Features — Olympus C-2
2MP CCD Sensor: Captures images at up to 1600x1200 pixels, suitable for standard prints and on-screen sharing at the resolution expectations of its era.
Optical Tunnel Viewfinder: Provides a traditional framing option separate from the LCD, useful for shooting in bright sunlight.
1.5" TFT LCD Display: 114,000-dot screen serves as the primary composition and image review tool on the rear of the camera.
Five-Mode Built-In Flash: Offers Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Forced, Off, and Slow-sync modes for meaningful lighting control in a compact body.
AA Battery Power: Runs on two standard AA batteries, making it easy to find replacements anywhere without proprietary charging equipment.
USB Image Transfer: Connects directly to a computer via USB for straightforward offloading of images without a card reader.
Camera Specifications — Olympus C-2
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Beginner-Friendly |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | Other |
| Resolution | 2MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 1 |
| Max Photo Resolution | 1600x1200 |
| Burst Rate | 1.3 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | null |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 1.5" TFT LCD |
Description — Olympus C-2
The Olympus Camedia C-2 is a 2MP point-and-shoot digital camera with a 1600x1200 maximum resolution and sRGB color output. Housed in a plastic body measuring 110 x 62 x 37 mm and weighing just 220g, it's a genuinely compact shooting tool. The 1.5-inch TFT LCD with 114,000 dots of resolution allows for easy image review and live composition, while the optical tunnel viewfinder provides an alternative framing option.
The built-in flash covers Auto, Red-Eye, Forced, Off, and Slow-sync modes, giving users solid control over flash behavior. Autofocus relies on contrast detection with 1 focus point, and burst shooting is possible at 1.3 fps. ISO sensitivity spans 100 to 400.
The camera is powered by 2x AA batteries (NiMH recommended) and connects to a computer via USB. There is no image stabilization, no weather sealing, and no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth — this is a stripped-back digital camera focused on simplicity and portability.
Pros — Olympus C-2
- ✓Compact and lightweight at 220g with dimensions of 110 x 62 x 37 mm, easy to carry daily
- ✓Built-in flash with five modes (Auto, Red-Eye, Forced, Off, Slow-sync) for versatile lighting control
- ✓1.5-inch TFT LCD display at 114,000 dots for image review and composition
Cons — Olympus C-2
- ✗2MP sensor with a maximum resolution of 1600x1200 is very limited by modern standards
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital
- ✗Single contrast detection autofocus point with no subject tracking
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