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The C-7000 Zoom measures just 4"(W) x 2.3"(H) x 1.7"(D), and weighs a mere 7.7 ounces, making it the smallest and lightest 7.1-megapixel, 5x optical zoom digital camera as of Oct. 2004. The camera's metal body is finished in a sophisticated Premium Titanium color that has a retro look reminiscent of earlier Olympus digital cameras. While offering the high mobility of a compact camera, the body design assures a level of functional operating ease that is appropriate to a high-performance model.

The C-7000 employs a newly developed 5x optical zoom lens (f2.8/f4.8 – f8.0, 38mm – 190mm equivalent) that is specifically designed to maximize the imaging potential of its high-definition 7.1-megapixel CCD sensor. United with Olympus' exclusive TruePic TURBO™ Image Processor that suppresses noise and boosts image definition to ensure sharper, clearer images, the sensor and lens capture high-resolution images that deliver excellent color definition, clarity, and high contrast. With a fast startup of less than one second and a fast shutter release time, the C-7000 ensures high-speed response that allows users to enjoy high-quality imaging the instant they place the camera in their hands.

Features included to satisfy the needs of advanced users include: Autofocus (AF) Target Selection function allows users to choose from 143 different AF target zones, an AF illuminator to ensure greater focusing accuracy in low-light situations. Interval shooting can be set to take photos at 1- to 60-minute intervals, making it ideal for time-lapse photography. 10 scene program modes including Program Auto, Aperture, Shutter and Manual plus Night Scene, Sport, Landscape, Black & White, Landscape + Portrait, Portrait, and QuickTime Movie mode there’s a mode for every occasion. RAW data recording allows totally unprocessed image data to be stored in the camera so it can undergo high-level post-processing later for printing or other applications.

A large 2.0-inch LCD monitor with approximately 206,000 pixels allows images to be displayed beautifully in a large size during shooting and playback. Adopting Semi-Transmissive TFT Color LCD ensures that the monitor is easy to view in bright outdoor light, enabling it to be used as a viewfinder for shooting in virtually any location. In addition, the monitor's large size also enhances still image and movie viewing pleasure.

640 x 480 pixel motion video with sound is captured which provides television-quality movie recording, so instead of only being able to view movies in a small size on a computer monitor, they can be enjoyed in a large size on TV screen. In HQ, SQ1 and SQ2 mode, movie recording length is only limited by the available memory on the xD-Picture Card. With a builtin microphone and speaker, movies can be heard as well as seen in the camera.

PictBridge technology makes printing quality photos a breeze. Just connect the camera via the included USB 2.0 cable directly to any PictBridge-enabled printer – such as the Olympus P-10 Digital Photo Printer – and start printing. In addition, transferring images to the computer has never been easier with the Auto-Connect USB 2.0 that does not require software drivers (for most computers/operating systems) for hassle-free and high-speed image downloads. The C-7000 comes with a rechargeable Li-Ion battery and charger.

C-7000 Zoom Features:

• 7.1 Megapixel CCD for image sizes up to 3072 x 2304
• 5x all-glass zoom lens, 38- 190mm equivalent 35mm focal length
• JPEG, RAW or uncompressed TIFF image formats
• 2.0-inch color LCD monitor with 206,000 pixels
• QuickTime video with sound 640x480 or 320x240 at 30/15fps
• Auto Exposure Bracketing, 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV and 1 EV, 3 or 5 images
• Macro down to 3.2 inches, Super Macro down to 0.8 inches
• Digital iESP, Spot or Area Shift metering modes
• Program AE, Shutter-speed, Aperture, Manual and Scene modes
• Shutter speeds from 15 secs to 1/2000
• Sharpness and Contrast is adjustable
• Sepia, Black & White, Resize, and Rotation editing effects
• ISO sensitivity can be set at Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400 (equivalent)
• Built-in flash with Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill-In, Slow Shutter Synchronized (1st Curtain and 1st Curtain with Red-Eye Reduction), Off
• 32MB xD-Picture Card removable media
• USB 2.0 connectivity, Audio-Video output for TV display
• Lithium rechargeable battery and charger included
• EXIF 2.2, PRINT Image Matching and PictBridge compatible

The C-7000 Zoom is available now and includes a 32MB xD-Picture Card, Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery and charger, an Auto-Connect USB 2.0 cable, Audio/Video Out cable, wrist strap, OLYMPUS Master Software, user manual and Quick Start Guide for an estimated street price of $599.99 (U.S.)