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| Olympus Corporation (President: Tsuyoshi Kikukawa) is pleased to announce the introduction of two new compact digital cameras with 10x optical zoom: the 4.0-megapixel CAMEDIA C-770 Ultra Zoom, which features significantly improved movie shooting capabilities, and the 3.2-megapixel CAMEDIA C-760 Ultra Zoom, which offers outstanding ease of use in a compact new size. |
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| The two cameras are the latest additions to the CAMEDIA Ultra Zoom series that has proved very popular with families and sports fans. Body size has been reduced, allowing users to enjoy 10x zoom power in an easy-to-carry new size that is comparable to most 3x zoom models. Both cameras are also equipped with the new Olympus TruePic TURBO image processor for sharp, clear imaging with faster recording and playback, and they have a range of improved movie recording and other shooting functions. |
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| In addition to high-quality 4.0-megapixel still imaging, the CAMEDIA C-770 Ultra Zoom features greatly strengthened movie capabilities. It is the first camera in its class to support the much-talked-about MPEG-4 format, and supports VGA/30fps (Size: 640 x 480 pixels; frame rate: 30 frames per sec.) movie recording for TV-quality playback. Offering outstanding expandability, it combines full-featured still and motion image shooting capabilities in a single compact camera. |
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| The CAMEDIA C-760 Ultra Zoom offers high-quality 3.2-megapixel still imaging, sound recording, and VGA/15fps (Size: 640 x 480 pixels; frame rate: 15 frames per sec.) movie recording. |
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| High-Performance Zoom, High-Resolution CCD, and New Truepic TURBO Image Processor Assure Astounding Image Quality |
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| The 7-group, 11-element lens features an ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lens element like the ones used in high-quality SLR telephoto lenses, as well as two aspherical lens elements, high index lens elements, and low-dispersion lens elements. In addition, many of the lens elements are multi-coated. Thanks to its high-quality construction, the lens overcomes the problems of reduced resolving power and increased aberration that can occur at high zoom magnifications and long focal lengths, and delivers consistently superior image quality. |
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| The CAMEDIA C-770 Ultra Zoom and CAMEDIA C-760 Ultra Zoom feature effective pixel counts of 4.0 megapixels and 3.2 megapixels, respectively, and are equipped with the newly developed Olympus TruePic TURBO image processor for sharp, clear imaging with heightened resolution and reduced noise. |
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CAMEDIA C-770 Ultra Zoom |
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The CAMEDIA C-770 Ultra Zoom is the first 4.0-megapixel-class camera in the world to support the much-talked-about MPEG-4 encoding format, which can create movie files that are only 1/6 the size of regular motion JPEG movie files. As a result, longer and more numerous movie recordings can be stored without increasing memory media capacity. |
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In addition, the CAMEDIA C-770 Ultra Zoom supports high-quality VGA/30fps (Size: 640 x 480 pixels; frame rate: 30 frames per sec.) movie recording so that users can enjoy high-quality playback on either a personal computer or standard television. Still images can also be extracted from any movie, allowing users to capture "the perfect moment" from movies of their children or sports events. |
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VideoStudio 7 SE Basic video editing software is also included with the camera. The software makes it easy even for first-time users to perform a wide range of video editing tasks (cutting & inserting, soundtrack editing, titling, etc.) on a personal computer. (Some operating environment restrictions apply.) |
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| Lithium-Ion Batteries |
| Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries contribute to compact size and low weight, and allow users to use repeatedly. |
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| Dramatic Super Macro Photos |
| A Super Macro mode allows users to shoot from a distance of only 3cm, filling the frame with a subject area that measures 33mm x 25mm. |
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| CAMEDIA C-770 Ultra Zoom 2-Megapixel 14x Super Zoom Mode |
| The CAMEDIA C-770 Ultra Zoom features a Super Zoom mode that can produce the equivalent of a 2-megapixel image shot at 14x telephoto power by extracting 2 megapixels of image data from the center portion of a 4-megapixel image shot at 10x telephoto power. |
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| CAMEDIA C-770 Ultra Zoom Optional Accessory Line-Up |
| The CAMEDIA C-770 Ultra Zoom accepts both 0.7x wide-angle and 1.7x tele conversion lenses. The wide-angle conversion lens offers 27mm wide-angle capability (35mm film camera equivalent), while the tele conversion lens boosts the maximum zoom telephoto setting of 380mm up to 646mm (35mm film camera equivalent). When used in tandem with digital zoom (which normally extends telephoto performance to 1520mm), a maximum focal length of 2584mm is possible — providing a truly awesome range of shooting options for such a compact camera. |
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| In addition, the CAMEDIA C-770 Ultra Zoom has a hot shoe that allows users to enjoy an extended range of flash shooting capabilities by attaching an optional Olympus FL-20 dedicated digital camera external flash unit. |
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| Other optional accessories include a PT-022 Water Protector for the camera, and a PFL-01 Water Protector for the FL-20 external flash, both of which provide waterproof protection for underwater photography at depths up to 40 meters. (The PFL-01 can be used only with the CAMEDIA C-770 Ultra Zoom and PT-022.) |
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| Histogram Display |
| Histograms that show the relationship between subject illumination and current exposure settings can be displayed during or after shooting. By visually confirming histogram data on the built-in LCD monitor, users can exercise more precise exposure control, and better achieve their creative intent by taking full advantage of the CCD's dynamic range. |
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| A Choice of Scene Program Modes and 'My Mode' Settings |
| In addition to Full Auto, Aperture-Priority, Shutter-Speed-Priority, and Manual shooting modes, there are six Scene Program Modes — Portrait, Sports, Landscape-Portrait, Landscape, Night Scene, and Self-Portrait — that make it easy to set optimum exposure values in virtually any shooting situation. (Landscape-Portrait mode not offered on CAMEDIA C-760 Ultra Zoom; Self-Portrait mode accessible via menu settings.) Four customizable 'My Mode' settings can also be stored in memory, allowing users to instantly access their most frequently used setting configurations. |
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| Autofocus Area Selection |
| When camera movement is restricted by tripod use, users can reposition the autofocus target area two steps up, down, left, or right from the center of the frame, retaining creative control while ensuring correct focus. |
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| Versatile White Balance Settings |
| In addition to iESP II*Auto White Balance for accurate reproduction of skin tones, there is also a One-Touch White Balance setting, and preset white balance settings for daylight, overcast, tungsten light, and three types of fluorescent light (Daylight, White Daylight, and White). |
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Intelligent Electro Selective Pattern II |
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*Olympus Optical Co., Ltd. was changed to OLYMPUS CORPORATION as of October 1, 2003.
