Review of the Olympus Mju 790 SW

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One of nine new Olympus compacts, the mju 790 SW features a redesigned waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof shell, a new TruePic III processor, as well as Shadow Adjustment and Face Detection.
A 7MP sensor and 3x optical zoom are within, while a 2.5in HyperCrystal LCD sits in the redesigned rear. Olympus’s standard choice of Guide and scene modes feature, as does an ISO-based image stabilisation mode. Despite its macho image, it’s a surprisingly light camera and doesn’t compete for pocket space either. Though clearly constructed to be waterproof, it does so in a much more stylish and appealing fashion than similar models. With image quality, noise control is very good with only ISO 800 and above showing any significant noise while the Auto White Balance isn’t bad but a little inconsistent.

Our Verdict
Looks great and performs well, giving similar waterproof compacts something to chew on.

What We Like
Design, Noise control

What We Don't Like
Auto white balance

Features: 17
Design: 18
Performance: 17
Image Quality: 18
Value: 17

What Digital Camera Score 87%