Owner snapshot: Olympus Stylus 790 SW (mju 790 SW Digital) is worth judging as its own Olympus pocket compact body, not just as a generic old compact.
Specs
Release year
2007
Megapixels
7 MP effective
Sensor
1/2.3-inch CCD
Lens
38-114 mm equivalent, 3x optical zoom, f/3.5-5
Memory card
xD Picture Card, Internal
Max memory
Up to 2GB (xD-Picture Card)
Battery
Olympus LI-50B
Size
92 × 59 × 21 mm
Weight
Approx. 155 g (with battery and card, CIPA)
Olympus Stylus 790 SW (mju 790 SW Digital) FAQ
What battery does the Olympus Stylus 790 SW (mju 790 SW Digital) use?
Olympus Stylus 790 SW (mju 790 SW Digital) uses Olympus LI-50B. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Olympus Stylus 790 SW (mju 790 SW Digital) take?
Olympus Stylus 790 SW (mju 790 SW Digital) uses xD Picture Card, Internal. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2GB (xD-Picture Card); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Olympus Stylus 790 SW (mju 790 SW Digital) worth buying used?
How do you transfer photos from the Olympus Stylus 790 SW (mju 790 SW Digital)?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Olympus Stylus 790 SW (mju 790 SW Digital) is worth judging as its own Olympus pocket compact body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Olympus Stylus 790 SW (mju 790 SW Digital) works best when you want small-bag snapshots, flash photos, mirror selfies, and a clean pocket-camera look rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CCD and 38-114 mm equivalent, F3.5-5 are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Olympus Stylus 1200 (mju 1200 Digital), Olympus Stylus 760 (mju 760 Digital), Olympus OM-D E-M5, Olympus Air A01 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
