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Olympus C-720 Ultra Zoom

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Brand Olympus 2003
Model C-720 Ultra Zoom
Released Year 2003
Type DSLR Cameras
Series Camedia
Optical Zoom 10x
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Olympus C-720 Ultra Zoom is a digital camera featuring a 7.1-megapixel CCD sensor, delivering high-resolution images suitable for both amateur and advanced users. It is equipped with a 10x optical zoom lens, allowing versatile framing options from wide-angle to telephoto. The camera supports ISO sensitivity from 80 to 1600, enhancing performance in various lighting conditions. It includes manual exposure controls and multiple shooting modes for creative flexibility. Recording is supported on xD-Picture Card media, with image file formats including JPEG. The camera also features a 1.8-inch LCD screen for image review and menu navigation.

Specifications

MPN N1224892, 225335
UPC 0050332137295
Model C-720 Ultra Zoom
Digital Zoom 3x
Battery Type AA, CR-V3
Features USB, Not Interchangeable Lenses, Date/Time Stamp, With Tripod Mount, AE/FE Lock, DPOF Support, Auto Power Save
Series Olympus CAMEDIA
Optical Zoom 10x
Depth 3.05in
Width 4.23in
Item Weight 4.5 Oz.
Height 3in
Screen Details LCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-1.5"-Color
Viewfinder Diagonal Size 0.5in
Exposure Compensation ±2 Ev Range, in 1/3 Ev Steps
Light Sensitivity Iso 400, Iso 200, Iso 100
Sensor Type CCD
Max Shutter Speed 1/1000 Sec
Shooting Modes Panorama Mode, Frame Movie Mode
Max Video Resolution 320x240160x120
Macro Focus Range 10-60cm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 40-320mm
Special Effects Black & White, Sepia
Camera Flash Features Fill-In Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Reduction Flash, Front Sync Flash, Auto Flash
White Balance Auto, Manual
Focus Adjustment Manual, Automatic
Battery Form Factor Standard Form Factor
Expansion Slot 1X Smartmedia Card
Operating System Supported Microsoft Windows 98SE, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows ME, Microsoft Windows 98, Apple Mac OS 9, Apple Mac Os X
Sensor Size 1/2.5in
Display Size 1.5in
Exposure Modes Program, Aperture-Priority, Shutter-Priority, Manual, Automatic
Still Image Format TIFF, JPEG
Display Rotation Built-In
Digital Video Format Quicktime
Screen Size 1.5in
Light Sensitivity Max 400
Max Operating Temperature 40°C
Type Point & Shoot
Maximum Resolution 3.0MP
Red Eye Reduction Yes
Min Shutter Speed 8 Sec
Floppy Drive Storage None
Display Type LCD
Sensor Resolution 3.0MP
Exposure Metering Matrix, Spot
Additional Features Ae/Fe Lock, Not Interchangeable Lenses, USB, Date/Time Stamp, With Tripod Mount, Dpof Support, Auto Power Save
Flash Type Pop-Up Flash
Min Operating Temperature 0°C
Effective Flash Range 0.1m-5.5m
Exterior Color Silver
Microphone Type None
Connector Types 1X Composite Video Output, 1X DC Power Input, 1X USB
Shooting Programs Portrait Mode, Landscape, Sports Mode
Flash Modes Backlight Mode, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro, Fill-In Mode, Off Mode, Auto Mode, Rear Curtain Sync
Camera Type Point & Shoot
Auto Focus Type TTL Contrast Detection
Viewfinder Type Digital, Electronic
Supported Flash Memory Smartmedia Card, Smartmedia
Continuous Shooting Speed 1.2fps
Model Number C-720 Ultra Zoom
Sensor 7.1 Megapixel CCD
ISO Sensitivity 80 - 1600
Display 1.8-inch LCD Screen
Storage Media xD-Picture Card
Image Format JPEG, RAW
Video Recording No
Battery Proprietary Rechargeable Battery

Key Advantages

The C-720 Ultra Zoom offers an impressive 10x optical zoom which is excellent for capturing distant subjects with clarity. Its 7.1-megapixel sensor provides fine details and good image quality for the time of its release. ISO up to 1600 enables reasonable low-light performance. Manual controls allow more experienced photographers to customize settings. The compact and lightweight design enhances portability. It also supports RAW image format, allowing advanced post-processing options.

Limitations

Being an older model, the camera has relatively slow autofocus compared to modern standards. The 1.8-inch LCD screen is small and lower resolution by today's expectations. It lacks video recording capabilities which limits multimedia use. Battery life is moderate and requires proprietary rechargeable batteries. The camera uses xD-Picture Cards which are less common and more expensive than current storage solutions. Image noise tends to increase significantly at higher ISO settings.

FAQ

It features a 7.1-megapixel CCD sensor.

Yes, the C-720 Ultra Zoom includes manual exposure controls.

It uses xD-Picture Card memory media.

No, it does not have video recording capabilities.

It offers a 10x optical zoom lens.

No, it was discontinued several years ago.

The camera supports ISO sensitivity up to 1600.

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