Olympus µ 850 SW | Stylus 850 SW

CONDITION 8/10

VERY GOOD. SCRATCHES ON THE FRONT SIDE OF THE BODY AND OTHER MINOR SIGNS OF USE ALL AROUND THE CAMERA.

Olympus µ 850 SW (also known as Olympus Stylus 850 SW) hit the scene in 2008, ready to take on sand, snow, and the occasional accidental drop. It’s the kind of tough little digicam that doesn’t flinch at being tossed into a backpack — a perfect mix of rugged functionality and slick late-2000s design.

THE PICS

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THE LOOKS

The 850 SW keeps that signature Olympus tough aesthetic: a clean, silver metal body with visible screws, off-center lens, and a confident, slightly industrial faceplate. It’s waterproof, shockproof, and still slim enough to slip into a pocket. There’s a soft metallic sheen to the finish that makes it feel more premium than your average adventure cam — a nice balance of durability and polish.

THE SPECS

Inside, the 850 SW packs an 8-megapixel CCD sensor paired with a 3× optical zoom lens starting at 38 mm equivalent. It’s waterproof down to 3 meters, shockproof from 1.5 meters, and freeze-proof, too. The 2.5-inch HyperCrystal LCD makes framing easy in bright outdoor light, and the camera’s simple auto modes keep it beginner-friendly.

DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS

• Waterproof + shockproof: Built to handle splashes, drops, and adventures.

• Metallic finish: Tough but stylish, with Olympus’s signature industrial touch.

• Adventure-ready build: Compact and pocketable without sacrificing durability.

THE VERDICT

The 850 SW is a true “throw it in your bag and go” kind of camera. It was made for beach trips, hikes, parties, and everything in between — with a design that’s as practical as it is iconic. More than a tough cam, it’s a nostalgic reminder of when rugged didn’t mean bulky.