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Olympus mju 720 SW / Stylus 720 SW

7.1 megapixels

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  • User Score (183)
    8.3 8.3 from 183 reviewers
  • Expert Score (16)
    7.3 7.3 from 16 reviewers
  • Design (2)
    6.6 6.6 from 2 reviewers
  • Value for money (14)
    6.4 6.4 from 14 reviewers
  • Features (15)
    5.9 5.9 from 15 reviewers
  • Ease of use (15)
    5.3 5.3 from 15 reviewers
  • Performance (18)
    6.7 6.7 from 18 reviewers
  • Picture quality (27)
    5.3 5.3 from 27 reviewers
  • Overall quality (2)
    7.2 7.2 from 2 reviewers
  • Battery performance (3)
    6.7 6.7 from 3 reviewers
  • Display (17)
    6.6 6.6 from 17 reviewers
  • Ergonomics (17)
    6.5 6.5 from 17 reviewers
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Users:
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7-8
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. digitalcameraroundup.com

    30 November 2011

    Olympus gets major kudos for offering this awesome combo of a camera that is waterproof enough so you never have to worry about taking it swimming or even snorkeling AND an intelligently case designed for it that extends operation down to a depth of 133 feet, the recommended limit for recreational diving. The camera is so small and light that it easily doubles as a daily shooter even if it is primarily purchased for swimming or diving. Read more

    • Use it up to an hour in 10 feet of water, Inherent waterproofing provides peace of mind when handling in/around water, Can survive 5-foot drops, Optional PT-033 underw...
    • Strictly point & shoot, Use of underwater wide-angle modes requires practice, Not many special features, Uses often hard-to-find xD-Picture Card

  2. Imaging Resource

    Imaging Resource
    24 November 2006

    Olympus takes photography to more locations in more conditions than ever before with the Stylus 720 SW, a portable camera that is both Shock and Water resistant. While we're crazy about this capability and the external design and build of the 720 SW, image quality is somewhat lacking when compared to other 7 megapixel cameras on the market, with muted color and a noisy texture to solid colors. Read more

    • Waterproofing and Shock resistance make this camera ready for the real world, Excellent design appearance, Internal lens is protected from impact and compression damag...
    • Full autofocus shutter response is sluggish by current standards, Even low ISO images exhibit mushy color, Indoor images shot with Auto White Balance are warm to the p...

  3. What Digital Camera

    What Digital Camera
    8.6/10
    21 November 2006

    Given the sophistication of the opto-electronics in digital cameras, it’s a wonder more don’t die of user abuse. Olympus has seen fit to encase its latest compact model in a shell so abuse-proof, it unofficially refers to the mju 720 SW as the Olympus mju ‘Tough’. Features There is a somewhat disaster-inducing designation of the camera being able to be dropped from 1.5m onto a variety of surfaces. Read more

    • Great looks, Good results in good light, Incredibly solid, Pretty nippy to boot
    • Controls may be tough, but there are a couple of handling issues in terms of button usage

  4. Digital Photography Interface

    Digital Photography Interface
    7 September 2009

    Waterproof and shockproof, the Olympus Stylus 720SW has 7 megapixels, a large 2.5 inch LCD and an internal 3x lens. The Stylus 720SW is the first digital camera to be shockproof - surviving drops of up to 1.5 m. There are pros and cons of this camera. The LCD resolution is on the low side but visibility (not sharpness) is okay. Being waterproof and shockproof, Olympus had to make some sacrifices by using an internal lens. Read more

    • 7 megapixels in a waterproof and shockproof body, Large LCD which is visible outdoors and indoors, Extremely high-speed continuous shooting (though at lower resolution...
    • No manual controls, LCD resolution is low, Slow (for "normal" continuous shooting) and limited continuous shooting, No optical image stabilization, Not-close 7 cm macr...

  5. PC World

    PC World
    5.0/10
    26 July 2006

    Rugged metal body is Read more

    • Solid metal body, minimal shutter lag, Rated waterproof and shockproof
    • Dimly lit LCD, Can't alter contrast/saturation settings

  • User Reviews

  1. Great camera, great Olympus customer service

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: ellen "slkskdjjddkd", Amazon
    7 October 2008

    My husband uses this camera while fishing, and it takes surprisingly good pictures! I own a Nikon SLR, but I don't want to use my camera in the boat or kayak due to the possibility of water damage, so I use this camera often as well. I have really been pleased with the quality of the pictures. Read more

  2. Love this PRODUCT!

    Ebay
    10/10
    Reviewer: nsan7820, Ebay
    9 September 2011

    I love this camera. Love the fact that it takes bright pictures since I hate when the pictures are dark on other cameras. Great pictures underwater. I def. Read more

  3. It has no competition

    Newegg
    10/10
    Reviewer: Soultwater, Newegg
    22 June 2007

    Most people take cameras on vacation but then leave it behind because it may get damaged, why buy a plastic camera when you can buy a something that is practically indestructible. Read more

    • Great durable camera too take anyplace in any weather. I took my kids to the water park and didn’t have to worry about the camera getting wet. I’m sure other cameras t...
    • Finding the menu to take a movie was difficult at first but after finding it the first time I had no complaints.

  4. as promised

    Overstock
    10/10
    Reviewer: Overstock
    27 November 2007

    everything came as promised, the refurbished title was explained well on the website and there were no surprises when it arrived. works perfectly. very pleased. Read more

  5. Olympus µ[MJU:] Digital 720SW: Excellent feature, not so good picture quality...read on!

    Dooyoo
    7.6/10
    Reviewer: picker200, Dooyoo
    22 February 2007

    Good features, lacks the quality expected. Read more

    • Waterproof, good features.
    • Picture quality

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  • Manufacturer's Description

Less than 0.8" thick, this versatile, compact digital camera is designed with the signature style and performance for which the Stylus line is renowned with the added benefits of Shock and Waterproof technology - perfect for any situation, durable enough for shooting in any conditions.

Specifications

  • Alternative names
    µ 720SW
  • Shockproof
    Up to 1.5 m (under Olympus' testing conditions)
  • Waterproof
    Equivalent to IEC Standard Publication 529 IPX8 (3m)
  • Image Sensor
    7.1 Megapixel (effective), 7.4 megapixel gross, 1/2.33" CCD
  • Focal Length/Lens Configuration
    6.7 - 20.1mm (38 - 114mm equivalent in 35mm photography), 10 lenses in 8 groups, 3 aspherical lenses
  • Zoom
    3x Optical + 5x Digital; 15 Total Seamless Zoom

Release Date

  • First seen
    15 April 2006

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