Last update: Review by PCAdvisor (03 June’08)

The Olympus Stylus 850SW is an 8 megapixel point-and-shoot digital camera features 3x optical zoom (38 – 114 mm equivalent in 35mm photography), Digital Image Stabilization, and a 2.5″ LCD screen. The Olympus Stylus 850SW is also shockproof, freezeproof and waterproof camera with dimensions of 3.7″W x 2.4″H x 0.84″ D (93.6mm x 60.9mm x 21.3mm) and it weighs 4.8oz (136g).

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Olympus Stylus 850SW Reviews

PCAdvisor reviews the Olympus Stylus 850SW and writes;
“Judged side by side with the exceptional Nikon Coolpix P5100 in terms of shots captured, the Olympus mju 850 SW comes up short, but this is a truly durable and capable compact camera with all the manual controls you could want. ”
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CNET.uk reviews the Olympus Stylus 850SW and writes;
“The mju 850SW’s image quality and handling might be a little frustrating in everyday use, but hit the slopes or the surf and you can simply keep on shooting when everyone else is too scared to try..”
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GoodGearGuide reviews the Olympus Stylus 850SW and writes;
“Noise was kept well under control at low ISOs, with everything up to ISO 400 being adequate for small prints. If you plan on making enlargements you may wish to stick to ISO 200 and below, but even then the noise isn’t so prominent that it really detracts from the image.”
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ThinkCamera reviews the Olympus Stylus 850SW and writes;
“The picture quality, lens range and the battery may not be top rank, but no other manufacturer has put as much effort into reinforcing (literally) a whole line of camera models. That’s the ticket - the most significant reason to buy an Olympus µ [mju:] 850 SW is if you will distinctly benefit from its tough features.”
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Olympus Stylus 850SW Samples

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Olympus Stylus 850SW User Manual (PDF)

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Olympus Stylus 850SW Press Release

London, 22 January 2008 – Olympus announces the shock and waterproof Stylus 850 SW. It is remarkably tough, offering protection against falls, water immersion and the freezing cold. It is an ideal choice for great image results no matter the intended photographic terrain.

Building on the tough reputation of their predecessors – including the TIPA Award-winning µ [mju:] 770 SW – the new µ [mju:] 1030 SW and µ [mju:] 850 SW set you up for adventure. Drop them in a muddy puddle on a hike through the mountains and don’t worry: simply wash the mud off in the next stream and keep shooting. Adventure is really yours for the taking. Go for dives in lakes or the sea and capture the wonders under the water’s surface, or take to the snow and immortalize those sub-zero moments. Whatever your lifestyle, these extraordinary, chic models take it all. Despite their tough attributes, image quality doesn’t take a back seat. Precision Olympus optics deliver true-to-life results, while integrated cutting-edge technologies provide intelligent solutions to ensure the flawless reproduction of subjects. In addition, a choice of several striking colors serves to further brighten the photo-taking experience.

The Olympus Stylus 850 SW Sporting a sleek metal body in a choice of Starry Silver, Midnight Black or Metal Pink, the Olympus Stylus 850 SW brings the durability of the shockproof, waterproof line-up to everyone. Waterproof to 3m, shockproof to 1.5m, and freeze proof to -10°C, this camera is ready for the bumps and bangs of everyday life. In conjunction with its tough exterior, the Stylus 850 SW boasts a hearty 8.0 Megapixels to guarantee the flawless capture of every detail. Digital Image Stabilization is also on board to reduce blur. For framing flexibility, a 3x optical zoom (equivalent to 38-114mm on a 35mm camera) gets you in close, and the large 2.5”/6.4cm LCD makes it easy to quickly preview and review shots. In addition, an LED Macro Illuminator is available for enhancing shots of close-up subjects during macro photography.

All-round quality The 850 SW incorporate Face Detection Technology for the optimal exposure and focus of human subjects. Shadowy compositions are no longer a problem either, thanks to inclusion of Shadow Adjustment Technology. And with BrightCapture Technology, low-light shooting is significantly improved. The integrated TruePic III image processor works to enhance not only speed, but also color reproduction and noise suppression for more realistic images. And for additional operating ease, Olympus has raised the number of languages on board to an incredible 38. Furthermore, the underwater case PT-041 is optionally available for the Stylus 850 SW for additional fun up to 40m below the water’s surface.

The ultra-tough Stylus 850 SW is the perfect companions for fun and outdoor adventure, and will be available from February 2008.

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