Effective 2 megapixel resolution
3x zoom, equivalent to 35-114 mm and a 2.5x digital zoom (Up to 5x in SQ2 mode.)
Bright zoom lens f2.8/4.9
Optical real-image viewfinder
TFT LCD monitor, 3.8 cm
QuickTime motion JPEG
Exposure compensation +/-2EV
User-friendly menu and easy arrow key operation
112(w) x 62(h) x 35(d) mm
USB AutoConnect and TV interface
With a 3x optical lens, 2 megapixel resolution and a stylish design, the beautifully-shaped CAMEDIA C-220ZOOM makes discovering digital photography a real joy. The extremely compact and easy-to-use camera is available at a highly attractive price and will appeal to beginners as well as ambitious photographers. Olympus is renowned for its high level of opto-digital competence and its expertise is confirmed once again by the impressively realistic pictures this new model produces. Olympus CAMEDIA was one of the first brands in the digital camera consumer market and it still holds a leading position today.
Offering 1.95 megapixels (effective resolution), a high-performance 3x optical zoom lens*1 as well as incredible value for money, the C-220ZOOM is sure to impress. This new model follows its predecessor – the award-winning CAMEDIA C-200ZOOM – as the ideal solution for price-conscious newcomers to the world of digital photography. Of course, it is also of interest to hobby photographers who value cameras that are very user-friendly and ergonomically-designed. The results obtained with the new compact zoom are not only convincing on a monitor or LCD screen but also look great on paper. Printed shots can easily be compared with those from analogue compact models in terms of their sharpness and brilliance.
With the camera’s combination of precise automatic shooting, high-quality zoom and versatile range of flash options, taking great pictures is almost child’s play. Directly after installing the batteries and the SmartMedia card in the camera, the user can simply point and shoot. The procedure is virtually the same as with conventional 35 mm cameras but with one significant difference. Instead of having to wait for the film to be developed to see whether the results are okay, there is an integrated LCD monitor that enables checking of shots immediately.
In addition, the 3.8 cm LCD display can be used as a viewfinder which also allows the photographer to check camera settings, memory capacity and battery levels as well as the date and time. There is a multitude of functions built into this compact Olympus camera. For example, to suit the ambient conditions, it is possible to adjust the white balance, make exposure corrections or utilise one of the diverse flash modes. Furthermore, two light metering systems are available: digital ESP and spot metering. The camera’s arrow-keys enable users to scroll through easy-to-follow menus displayed on the LCD monitor, allowing effortless adjustment of various settings.
The creative fun of digital photography
Besides colour shots, the C-220ZOOM can also capture images in black and white or sepia and record short video sequences. Especially interesting is the panorama function which enables the photographer to capture scenes such as an endless desert landscape with breathtaking effect.
For quick downloading of image data, the Olympus C-220ZOOM has a USB interface with AutoConnect compatability*2 so that the camera is automatically recognised as an external drive when connected to the computer.
The new software CAMEDIA Master 4.0, also supplied with the camera, allows the user to easily archive, manage, edit and process image data (stills and movies). There is also a choice of different templates for individual photo albums, calendars and postcards.
With an ergonomic design, compact measurements (62 [h] x 112 [w] x 35 [d] mm) and weighing only 174 g, the C-220ZOOM is perfect for almost every occasion - whether at parties, on holiday or at work.
*1 Focal length: 5.0 - 15.0 mm; f2.8/4.9 (equivalent to 35 - 114 mm on a conventional 35 mm camera).
*2 The computer must support USB AutoConnect.
