Olympus Camedia C-960 Zoom

The Olympus Camedia C-960 Zoom is a classic 1.3-megapixel digital camera from the late 1990s. It features a 3x optical zoom lens and uses the SmartMedia card format. The body design is substantial for a compact, providing a firm grip, and it includes an optical viewfinder alongside a small rear LCD. It is a representative example of early consumer digital photography, prioritising ease of use with fully automatic modes. Common faults in the C-960 include failure of the capacitor that holds date and time settings when batteries are removed. The SmartMedia slot should be inspected for bent pins. SDS checks the CCD sensor for 'hot pixels' which are common in sensors of this age. Given its age, the rubber port covers may have become brittle or perished, and the battery door latch should be checked for secure closure.