The Olympus Camedia C‑420L is an early fixed‑focus digital compact camera featuring a 0.4‑megapixel CCD sensor and simple point‑and‑shoot operation. Part of Olympus’s first generation of consumer digital cameras, it delivers characteristic late‑1990s colour output and straightforward usability. This example has been fully tested and is in excellent working order.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent
Light cosmetic wear only
Lens clean with no haze or fungus
LCD clear with minimal surface marks
Buttons and controls responsive
Flash tested and firing correctly
Battery compartment clean
Fully tested; all functions working correctly
Included
Olympus Camedia C‑420L camera
Memory card
Key Features
0.4MP CCD sensor (640×480 resolution)
Fixed‑focus Olympus lens
Simple, beginner‑friendly interface
Built‑in flash
Compact, lightweight design
Uses AA batteries for convenience
SmartMedia card storage
Compatibility
Suitable for:
Collectors of early digital Olympus models
Retro‑digital enthusiasts
Simple point‑and‑shoot photography
Not suitable for:
Low‑light or high‑ISO work
Modern image‑quality expectations
Fast‑action photography
Collectors Notes
The C‑420L represents Olympus’s early entry into consumer digital imaging. These late‑1990s Camedia models are increasingly collected for their historical value, distinctive colour rendering and early‑digital aesthetic. Working examples remain desirable due to their simplicity and reliability.
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