Capturebuzz

The new Olympus Stylus 780 was just announced in time for PMA07. The Stylus 780, the newest member of the Stylus family of weatherproof cameras, adds a 5x zoom, CCD-shift stabilization, ISO 1600, and ‘Shadow Adjustment Technology’. As with the Stylus 770SW announced a few months ago, it features a bright 2.5″ Hypercrystal LCD so you can easily compose, view and share your images in low-light situations.

The Stylus 780 incorporates the new, more powerful TruePic III image processor developed for the demanding performance of professional digital SLR (single lens reflex) cameras. The new processor helps you capture high-quality images and eliminates graininess.

Additionally, new Shadow Adjustment Technology optimizes the exposure of scenes with shadowy or other dark areas - so the outcome closely resembles that which the human eye sees. Dual Image Stabilization, a combination of a mechanical sensor-shift image technology with high ISO settings, ensures protection against the effects of camera shake or unwanted blur caused by fast-moving subjects.

Main Features

• 7.1MP 1/2.3 ” Type CCD
• 5x Optical zoom, Focal length (equiv. 35mm) 36 – 180mm
• 2.5” HyperCrystal LCD
• Dual Image Stabilization
• TruePic III processor for High-Speed Response
• Weatherproof*/Shockproof body
• BrightCapture Technology (also in movie mode at 30fps)
• Shadow Adjustment Technology
• 20 scene modes (including Portrait, Sports, Night Scene)
• 18MB internal memory plus xD-Picture Card slot
• Movie recording function with sound

* Weatherproof equivalent to the IEC standard publication 529 IPX4

The camera ships with: a wrist strap, WIN/Mac USB cable, audio/video cable, LI-42B Li-Ion rechargeable battery and charger, instruction manual, warranty card, and a CD-ROM with OLYMPUS Master Software.

Price and Availability

The Olympus Stylus 780 will be available in May in stylish silver or black at a price of $349.99 (US MSRP).