Today, Olympus has announced two additions to its Stylus line of digital cameras. The weatherproof Olympus Stylus 760 offers 7.1 megapixels, a 3x optical zoom, a 2.5 inch LCD and dual image stabilization. The Olympus Stylus 770 SW is shockproof, waterproof (now to 33 feet), and crushproof with a 7.1 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom, 2.5 inch LCD and LED illuminator. The Stylus 760 will be available in February for $249 and the Stylus 770SW will be available in March for $379.

Stylus 760


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  • 7.1 megapixels
  • 3x optical zoom
  • 2.5 inch, 230K pixel, wide viewing angle LCD
  • weatherproof
  • dual image stabilization (sensor shift and high ISO digital image stabililization)
  • TruePic Turbo processor
  • Ultra-slim body (less than 1 inch thick)
  • 18MB internal memory, xD-Picture Card slot
  • LCD brightness boost button provides quick access
  • Bright Capture technology
  • 26 shooting modes, include VGA movie mode (640x480) at 15fps
  • Built in help guide
  • Available underwater housing

Stylus 770 SW


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  • 7.1 megapixels
  • 3x optical zoom
  • Shockproof (designed to withstand 5 foot drops)
  • Waterproof (improved down to 33 feet)
  • Built-in manometer to measure water depth or altitude - records data to image file
  • Water repelling coating on lens
  • Crushproof - can handle weight of 220 pounds
  • 2.5 inch, 230K pixel, wide viewing angle LCD
  • Digital image stabilization
  • TruePic Turbo processor
  • Ultra-slim body (0.8 inches thick)
  • LED illuminator used for focus assist and illumination during macro shots
  • 18MB internal memory, xD-Picture Card slot
  • LCD brightness boost button provides quick access
  • Bright Capture technology
  • 27 shooting modes, include VGA movie mode (640x480) at 15fps
  • Available underwater housing