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Olympus C-740 Ultra Zoom Digital Cameras

Olympus Camedia C-740 Digital Camera

Capture lifelike images with the compact and stylish Camedia C-740 Ultra Zoom Digital Camera from Olympus. The camera combines 3.18 MP... Read More
Capture lifelike images with the compact and stylish Camedia C-740 Ultra Zoom Digital Camera from Olympus. The camera combines 3.18 MP (effective) CCD and TruePic technology to give you clear, smooth colorful images. Its powerful 10X optical zoom lets you move in closer and perfectly frame your subject. Theres even a 3X digital zoom to give you the added range of a remarkable 30X total seamless zoom. The ED glass elements ensure crisp detail and vibrant color from edge to edge. The C-740 Ultra Zoom even lets you record movies with the QuickTime Movie Mode. The auto-connect USB interface enables quick and easy transfer of images from the camera to a computer. And, to give you great results for various shooting situations, the camera includes six scene program modes. It also gives you four customizable My Modes to choose and save preferred settings. The C-740 Ultra Zoom is bundled with two LB-01 CR-V3 Lithium battery packs keeping you always ready to capture the precious moments of your life. Minimize

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Key Features
Digital Zoom 3x
Camera Type Standard Point and Shoot
Weight 0.65 lb.
LCD Screen Size 1.5 in.
Resolution 3.3 Megapixel
Optical Zoom 10x
Image Quality
Camera Resolution 3.3 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type CCD
Image Resolutions 640 x 480 • 3200 x 2400 (Interpolated) • 2048 x 1536 • 1600 x 1200 • 1280 x 960 • 1024 x 768
Video
Video Resolutions 320 x 240 • 160 x 120
Video Format QuickTime
Max Movie Length 148 Seconds
Video Speed 15 fps
Lens
Interchangeable Lens Not Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom 10x
Focus Type Autofocus & Manual Focus
Focal Length 6.3 - 63 mm
Macro Focus Range 2.8 - 24 in. (w) / 1.2 - 2.8 in. (t)
35mm Zoom Lens 38 - 380 mm
Focus Range 24 in. to Infinity (w) / 78.74 in. to Infinity (t)
Exposure Control
Aperture Range f8 (w) - f2.8/f3.7 (w/t)
Shutter Speed 16 - 1/1000 sec
Frames Per Second 2.6 Frames
White Balance Auto • Manual
Flash
Flash Functions Flash Off • Auto Flash • Rear Sync Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
Flash Type Built-In
ISO Speeds Auto • 100 • 200 • 400
Storage
File Size (High Res.) 9.48 MB (14 images on 128MB card)
Memory Type xD Picture Card
Compression Type JPEG • TIFF
File Size (Low Res.) 0.1 MB (about 1,280 images on 128MB card)
Compression Modes Fine • SuperFine • Uncompressed
Included Features
Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount
Built-in Microphone Without Built-in Microphone
Built-in Speaker Without Built-in Speaker
Viewfinder / Display
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Viewfinder Digital
LCD Screen Resolution 110,000 pixels
Interfaces
Video Interface Video Out
Interface Type USB
Power Supply
Battery Type 4 x AA Batteries
System Requirements
Operating System Apple Mac OS 8 • Apple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP
Dimensions
Weight 0.65 lb.
Depth 2.7 in.
Height 2.6 in.
Width 4.2 in.
Warranty
Warranty 6 Months
Miscellaneous
UPC 050332140769
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Hand Strap • 16 MB Memory Card • Driver • Lithium Battery
Family Line Olympus Camedia
Product MPN
MPN N1285192
Product Review Summary
38 Reviews from Shopping.com
Overall Rating: Rating: 4.32/5 stars
Ease of Use: 4
Durability: 4
Battery Life: 4
Photo Quality: 4
Shutter Lag 4
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By: thesenator
Jan 2, 2005

Best $200 ever

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Color, Sharpness, Price, Quality, Features

Cons: Some noise, Auto Focus is slow

Bottom Line:
If you want to have a camera to grow with you and provide extensive creative control, while on a budget, this is THE camera for you Read More


By: oc8493
Aug 6, 2003

An affordable, quality digital camera

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Easy to use

Cons: shutter lag time, uses XD cards

Bottom Line:
I would highly recommend the C-740, for it's ease of use, affordablity, and options. The high quality pictures are perfect for friends, family and memories. Read More


By: wb6nvh
Aug 25, 2005

Great Camera ,Now Obsolete but Good Value

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: LCD viewfinder display, great photo quality, great zoom. Uses common AA batteries. Pixel mapping.

Cons: Supplied XD card too small. Size. Battery life. Useless "movie" mode. Poor tech support.

Bottom Line:
This is a great camera, I would recommend buying it, but read the details in my review. Read More


By: buzzsmith
Jul 15, 2004

Great, inexpensive digital camera

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Great images, long zoom, lightweight and small size, fast autofocus, overall ease of use, PRICE

Cons: Manual on CDROM, shutter "lag time," small LCD display

Bottom Line:
Stop sitting on the sidelines, buy this camera and GO DIGITAL! It's a sweet deal and a very nice camera. Read More


By: nikkisue
Feb 14, 2004

Best I could ask for!

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Versatility, zoom, options, weight, size.

Cons: Price, power button small (minor), small memory

Bottom Line:
Great camera with lots of options, something for everyone to use. Best I could find for the price and options. Read More


By: gerhart
Jun 16, 2003

Great camera

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Zoom, Zoom Zoom!!!! Did I forget to mention the ZOOM!!!

Cons: Can be complicated to find some functions. 16M xD card is too small.

Bottom Line:
Best long zoom digital under $500! Read More


By: niel40
Jun 4, 2003

Great camera at a reasonable price.

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Great zoom, with wonderful resolution and sharpness.Compact size.

Cons: Menus a little confusing.

Bottom Line:
Best camera for the price and features. Recommend highly. Read More


By: zechmann
Apr 15, 2003

Olympus C-740 Best Camera For Price

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: zoom, features, picture quality

Cons: difficult to use

Bottom Line:
The special feature for this camera is its 10x optical zoom and many other great features. You are getting your moneys worth on this product. Read More


By: aragedie
Apr 25, 2005

GREAT DIGITAL 10X FOR PRICE OF 225.00!

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: 10x digital zoom, optional flash, Movie mode

Cons: battery life low-all dig cameras

Bottom Line:
Buy this because if you are willing to spend 10 minutes with the manual you will learn the ins and outs very quickly! Read More


By: chejo161
Aug 30, 2003

Tops

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Zoom, clarity, special functions

Cons: Shutter lag, size

Bottom Line:
If it's good quality photos you're after at an affordable price, this is the camera for you. Read More


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