The Olympus C-760 Ultra Zoom

9 January 2004 23:52 GMT / By PRESS RELEASE

Olympus introduces the C-760 Ultra Zoom, the smallest and lightest digital camera currently on the market to feature a 10x zoom lens (equivalent 42-420mm). This 3.2 megapixel model is ideal for capturing sweeping mountain ranges or expansive architecture. Furthermore, for those finer detailed shots, the C-760 UZ features a super macro mode for shooting from just 3cm away. Available from February 2004 exclusively through Jessops, RRP will be £349.99 [inc VAT].

The C-760 UZ's electronic viewfinder enables you to frame shots more precisely and thanks to its 240, 000 pixel resolution, crystal clear pictures may be viewed every time. Furthermore, you can keep your eye on the subject at all times as all activated settings are displayed in the electronic viewfinder.

The C-760 UZ's auto mode offers point-and-shoot simplicity for flawless photos. For those more creative moments you can employ greater control by using the shutter priority, aperture priority or full manual settings. The model also boasts 4 scene programmes (portrait, sports, night scene and landscape) providing greater versatility for specific occasions.

The C-760 UZ is equipped with a very bright (f2.8-3.7), high-quality optical system which comprises eleven elements arranged in seven groups, including two aspherical lenses and an ED element. Usually only found in advanced SLR cameras this system significantly helps to reduce chromatic aberration thus increasing the life-span of the camera.

Furthermore, the C-760 UZ features a movie mode to capture video with sound; ideal for recording sporting moments or family gatherings. The USB 2.0 Autoconnect interface ensures speedy transfer of these files to the computer.

C-760 Ultra Zoom - main features:

• 3.2 million pixels
• 10x optical zoom f2.8/3.7 (equiv. 42 - 420mm on 35mm camera)
• Program, shutter priority, aperture priority and full manual modes
• 4 scene programs (portrait, sports, night scene, landscape)
• Super macro mode: shooting from as close as 3cm
• Movie recording function with sound
• 240,000 pixel electronic viewfinder
• 1.8 inch LCD monitor with 110,00 pixels
• PictBridge compatibility
• USB 2.0 (AutoConnect)

This model is available exclusively though Jessops. Visit our digital camera homepage for the full review

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