Olympus Stylus 780 Digital Camera
The Olympus 780 is a 7MP 1/2.3 inch compact camera — known for its 7MP 1/2.3-Inch Sensor and TruePic III Processor. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus 780
Key Features — Olympus 780
7MP 1/2.3-Inch Sensor: Captures images at 7 megapixels via a 1/2.3-inch sensor, typical of compact point-and-shoots from this era.
TruePic III Processor: Olympus's TruePic III image processor handles color rendering and noise reduction for everyday shooting.
Water-Resistant Metal Body: The metal construction carries a water-resistant rating, offering a degree of protection against splashes uncommon for a camera this compact.
Pocketable Form Factor: At 125g and 100 x 55 x 24 mm, the Stylus 780 fits easily in a shirt or jeans pocket for truly portable shooting.
Face Detection AF: Contrast-detection autofocus with face detection automatically identifies and focuses on subjects' faces for straightforward portrait shooting.
Digital Image Stabilization: Electronic stabilization helps reduce blur from hand movement, particularly useful in lower light or at longer zoom settings.
Camera Specifications — Olympus 780
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch |
| Resolution | 7MP |
| Processor | TruePic III |
| ISO Range | 80 – 1600 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| Burst Rate | 0.4 fps |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | Standard |
| Image Stabilization | Digital / Electronic IS |
Description — Olympus 780
The Olympus Stylus 780 is a point-and-shoot compact camera featuring a 7MP, 1/2.3-inch sensor processed by the TruePic III image processor. Its metal body measures just 100 x 55 x 24 mm and weighs 125g, making it easy to carry anywhere. A water-resistant rating adds a layer of durability that sets it apart from many cameras of this class.
The 2.5-inch fixed LCD with 230,000 dots of resolution serves as the sole framing and playback interface. Autofocus combines contrast detection with face detection AF for easier portrait capture. The ISO range spans 80 to 1600, and digital image stabilization helps reduce camera shake.
The built-in flash offers auto, red-eye reduction, forced on, and off modes. Video is recorded at up to 30fps in 8-bit color. Battery life is rated at approximately 240 shots per charge (CIPA) using the LI-42B lithium-ion battery, and the camera connects to computers via USB.
Pros — Olympus 780
- ✓Water-resistant metal body (bodyDesign.weatherSealing) offers protection not typical of cameras this size
- ✓Lightweight at just 125g with compact 100 x 55 x 24 mm dimensions, genuinely pocketable
- ✓Face Detection AF (autofocus.system) simplifies portrait shooting without manual focus adjustment
Cons — Olympus 780
- ✗Digital-only image stabilization (imageStabilization.type) rather than optical, which is generally less effective
- ✗Burst mode frame rate of just 0.4fps (photoSpecs.maxBurstFrameRate) makes continuous shooting very limited
- ✗No viewfinder of any type (viewfinder.type: null), relying entirely on the LCD for framing
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