Typical price: £190
What is it: Waterproof, shockproof 7-megapixel compact camera
What we think: A respectable compact, but its tough qualities bump up the price
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 26 September 2007
Tags: olympus, detection, noise, body
We like:
Toughness; respectable picture quality; user-friendly guide function
We don't like:
Subpar screen; meagre macro
You might also need:
Waterproof case for deeper diving
CNET UK judgement:
The Olympus mju 790 looks good, handles well and takes respectable quality images. A poor screen is the only real let-down, but you're paying a premium for the waterproof, shockproof, even freezeproof ruggedness
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