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Olympus Stylus 850 SW / µ 850 SW Digital Cameras

Olympus Stylus 850 SW / µ 850 SW Digital Camera

With the rugged and stylish 8-megapixel Stylus 850 SW, Olympus proves that you do not need to be a windsurfer or snowboarder to appreciate... Read More
With the rugged and stylish 8-megapixel Stylus 850 SW, Olympus proves that you do not need to be a windsurfer or snowboarder to appreciate a camera that is immune to five-foot falls, works in freezing snowstorms, swims with dolphins and survives everyday life with kids. Designed for the adventurer in all of us, the Stylus 850 SW weathers harsh conditions in five stylish colors that make it attractive in action while it captures brilliant images to last a lifetime. Minimize

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Manufacturer: Olympus
Product MPN
MPN CNETOLYMPUSSTYLUS850BDL
Key Features
Camera Type   What is "Camera Type"? Compact
Resolution   What is "Resolution"? 8.5 Megapixel
LCD Screen Size 2.5 in.
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 3x
Digital Zoom 5x
Weight 0.14 kg
Lens
Interchangeable Lens   What is "Interchangeable Lens"? Not Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 3x
35mm Zoom Lens 38 - 114 mm
Focus Type Autofocus
Focus Range 19.68 in. to Infinity (w) / 19.68 in. to Infinity (t)
Macro Focus Range   What is "Macro Focus Range"? 7.87 in. to Infinity (w) / 11.81 in. to Infinity (t)
Focal Length   What is "Focal Length"? 6.7 - 20.1 mm
Image Quality
Image Sensor Type CCD
Camera Resolution   What is "Camera Resolution"? 8.5 Megapixel
Image Resolutions   What is "Image Resolutions"? 640 x 480 • 3264 x 2448 • 2560 x 1920 • 2304 x 1728 • 2048 x 1536 • 1600 x 1200 • 1280 x 960 • 1920 x 1080
Video
Video Resolutions   What is "Video Resolutions"? 320 x 240 • 640 x 480 (VGA)
Video Speed 30 fps
Video Format AVI • Motion JPEG
Exposure Control
Aperture Range   What is "Aperture Range"? f3.5/f5 (w/t)
Shutter Speed   What is "Shutter Speed"? 1/2 - 1/1000 sec
White Balance   What is "White Balance"? Auto • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Overcast (Preset)
Frames Per Second 1 Frames
Storage
Memory Type   What is "Memory Type"? Built-in • xD Picture Card
Built-in Memory Size 14.8 MB
Compression Type   What is "Compression Type"? EXIF 2.2 • DCF • DPOF
Flash
ISO Speeds   What is "ISO Speeds"? Auto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 800 • 1600 • 64
Flash Type Built-In
Flash Functions   What is "Flash Functions"? Flash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash
Viewfinder / Display
Viewfinder   What is "Viewfinder"? Without Viewfinder
LCD Screen   What is "LCD Screen"? With LCD Screen
LCD Screen Resolution 230,000 pixels
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Interfaces
Interface Type   What is "Interface Type"? USB 2.0
Video Interface Video Out
Power Supply
Battery Type Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life 190 Images
Included Features
Self Timer 12 Sec.
Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone
System Requirements
Operating System Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows Vista
Dimensions
Height 6.1 cm
Width 9.4 cm
Depth 2.1 cm
Weight 0.14 kg
Miscellaneous
Family Line Olympus Stylus
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Hand Strap • Lithium Battery • AV Cable
UPC 4545350014148
Release Date January, 2008
Review Summary
16 Reviews from Epinions.com and Shopping.com
Overall Rating: 4.5/5 stars  
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By: islandalex
Jul 20, 2008

The Perfect Vacation Camera

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Durable, waterproof, compact, easy to use

Cons: Menu is still clunky, auto mode is not always reliable.

Bottom Line:
This camera is waterproof, durable, and will go on almost any vacation you can imagine. Read More


By: gtrplayr003
Dec 14, 2008

Amazing Camera by Olympus...

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Waterproof, shockproof, friendly user interface, easy to use

Cons: 10ft max depth, 3x optical zoom, xD Picture Card

Bottom Line:
The Olympus 850SW is a great camera for anything from family portraits to carribean vacations. There is no camera with more features yet simplicity for this price. Read More


By: tdstyles
Jun 2, 2009

Hands Down One of the Best Cameras I Have Ever Owned

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Waterproof, Beerproof, Shock Resistant, Great Resolution

Cons: No Touch Screen Controls

Bottom Line:
Buy this camera. It's more durable and dependable than any other similarly priced camera. Read More


By: writtenkitten
Sep 23, 2008

Olympus Stylus 850 SW... Great camera

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Small
Durable
Shock proof
Waterproof
Freeze proof

Cons:

None

Bottom Line:
Great durable camera that takes great pictures. Read More


By: thomas810
Jul 17, 2008

Wonderful Camera

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Exceeded expectations, small portable camera, can be used for everything

Cons: low light a problem. Flash in a place where my fingers want to hold.

Bottom Line:
Need a camera... this is it hands down... simple, durable and good pictures. Read More


By: lanes2582
Jun 11, 2008

Olympus Stylus 850SW Digital Camera

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Easy to use, lightweight, compact, durable.

Cons: NONE, this camera is wonderful

Bottom Line:
I would absolutely recommend this camera to anyone looking to purchase a new, or their first digital camera. Read More


By: kasycz
Nov 7, 2008

Great Digital Camera for Everyday Use

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof, Well Priced and Easy to Use 

Cons: Battery Life

Bottom Line:
This camera is great, durable, easy to use and well priced. Read More


By: southernmaven
Aug 8, 2008

The TODDLER PROOF Camera

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Tiny, huge screen, full video with SOUND, memory card expandable, TOUGH! waterproof! Versatile

Cons: Not the sharpest video or best sound EVER, pictures: very good but not GREAT

Bottom Line:
The best, most durable and flexible family camera out there. Can replace your cam corder and all its accessories for capturing quick family video, also! Read More


By: mstaley
Jul 31, 2008

Fun Camera!

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Macro setting, durable, high quality photos, lots of options and settings

Cons: zoom is weak

Bottom Line:
Buy this camera if you want something durable, waterproof, and easy to use. Read More


By: iamimpressed
Jun 9, 2008

Exceeded Expectations

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Tough! Lots of scene options!

Cons: Function selection wheel is awkward, no push button for pic review.


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