Looking for a camera which can survive a few rough moments?

Category: Review on Olympus Mju 770 / 770 SW Digital Camera

Posted by: 7-Apr-2007

Strengths: Waterproof, shockproof, and very durable. Specially created for tough situations

Weaknesses: Average image quality with no manual controls available to users

Tough as nails! That is the best way to describe the Olympus Stylus 770 SW as it can really take a few knocks in its stride. The Olympus Stylus is practically unbreakable and has been through numerous tests to reach the level it has. Users should have a single reason for buying this camera and that is to pick up a decently image-friendly camera which can last a rough expedition and live to tell the tail.

Enough has been said about the Olympus Stylus 770 SW’s Bond-styled toughness. Alas, the same cannot be said when it comes to the image quality. They definitely do not make the cut in the same level as National Geographic but then they are useable if you do not need to use it for pint purposes. The 770 SW manages to attract a lot of attention due to its waterproof abilities (I know I am back on the tough features of the camera…but I can’t help it since there are really quite unique).

Since the camera is also quite compact in size, it is unfair to expect it to have manual controls. The Olympus Stylus 770 SW is mostly designed to stand out in a niche sector and that is probably its biggest USP. The price of the Olympus Stylus 770 SW is also quite reasonable and competes well with other camera in this category.