Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom First Impressions Review

The introduction of the C-7070 Wide Zoom brings added wide angle capabilities to Olympus’ versatile C-series of digital cameras. Carrying-over a successful blend of consumer design and prosumer features, the C-7070 enables engaged point-and-shooters to grow and seasoned photographers to flourish. Utilizing a 7.1 megapixel, 1/1.8 type (.55 type) CCD sensor, the C-7070 Wide Zoom contains ample resolution for cropping and enlarging images. The applied TruePic TURBO image processor works to ensure crisp, sharp images are recorded with minimal noise and increased speed. The camera is packaged with an all-glass, 27mm—110mm (equivalent) wide zoom lens, catering to the previously neglected group of digital wide angle enthusiasts. The included 4x optical zoom lens opens to an f/2.8-f/11 aperture range, making the camera ideal for deep focus shots with increased depth-of-field. Further shooting perspectives can also be attained using a conversion adaptor to incorporate accessory lenses. The C-7070’s durable magnesium casing also packs a Hot Shoe and PC port to allow for the application of external flash units. Overall, the C-7070 is malleable and only potentially limited by its restrictive 100-400 point-and-shoot ISO range and estimated $699 price tag.