Digital Camera Fiend - A Camera Review

Set for a release in late April, the Olympus Stylus 780 is a rugged weatherproof compact digital camera with 7.1 megapixels and a 5x optical zoom.

Beginners will find the Stylus 780 easy to use. Choose from 20 scene modes including Candle, Available Light, and several underwater modes, for settings best suited to the conditions you’re in. Shadow Adjustment Technology optimizes the exposure of scenes with dark areas.

Like many new compact digital cameras, the Stylus 780 has a large 2.5-inch LCD screen which leaves no room for the traditional viewfinder. Those who prefer to shoot through a viewfinder may dislike this feature.

One thing everyone will like is the sturdy, stylish build of the camera. Its metal body comes in either silver (pictured) or black. The weatherproof build will protect the camera from unexpected raindrops and other light moisture.

The all-weather aspect and 5x zoom sets this camera apart from others in its class, but if these are secondary concerns for you, you may want to take a look at other compact digital cameras, like the new Nikon Coolpix S200 which is thinner and about $100 less expensive.
The Stylus 780 is priced at $350.