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Olympus SP-570 UZ Digital Camera

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Pros

  • Comfortable controls (42)
  • Quality construction (37)
  • Bright lcd (36)
  • Easy to use (29)
  • Quiet (25)
  • Short lag time (17)
  • Fast shutter speed (15)
  • Good sized screen (15)
  • High resolution (13)
  • Nice features/settings (12)
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Cons

  • Long lag time (7)
  • Slow sensor (5)
  • Complicated controls (4)
  • Poor in low light (3)
  • Difficult to use (2)
  • Exposed lcd (2)
  • Slow focus (2)
  • Battery charge takes 10hr (1)
  • Eats aa batteries (1)

Best Uses

  • Travel (53)
  • Fun (41)
  • Portraits (16)
  • Art (15)
  • Outdoors (15)
  • Documentary (11)
  • Home (11)
  • Photojournalism (9)
  • Sports/action (9)
  • Landscapes (6)
 
 
 

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Body of an ultra-zoom. Soul of an SLR. With superior optics, power and portability, the SP-570 UZ provides a wealth of creative control without the expense of an SLR. Whether you're looking for 20x optical zoom or 13.5fps sequential shooting, this all-in-one, versatile, compact camera is great for outdoor, travel and sports photography.

20x WIDE-ANGLE LENS (f2.8-f4.5, 26-520mm equivalent).
This amazingly powerful, ultra-compact 20x Optical Zoom gets you super close to the action while the wide-angle lens captures more of what you see.

DUAL IMAGE STABILIZATION.
Forget about blur, thanks to this 2-in-1 anti-blur solution. Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization, which keeps your shot steady by compensating for camera shake, combines with Digital Image Stabilization to capture crisp, clear images in any situation.

FULL MANUAL CONTROL.
The SP-570 UZ allows full Manual exposure settings for advanced creative control, yet it's easy enough for any family member to point-and-shoot beautiful images.

HOT SHOE FOR AN EXTERNAL FLASH.
Quickly and easily attach a flash so you can take sharp, clear images under challenging lighting conditions. An optional wireless flash is also available.

FACE DETECTION.
This technology tracks your subjects' faces and automatically focuses and optimizes exposure for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures.

20x Super-telephoto Zoom
The 20x super-telephoto zoom brings you closer to the action and extends your creative reach; at the same time, the wide-angle lens allows more in your frame. This powerful, ultra-compact lens gives you unmatched shooting versatility for sports, travel or everyday photography.

Dual Image Stabilization
Dual Image Stabilization combines Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization with high ISO sensitivity and fast shutter speeds to capture crisp, clear images in any situation.

Manual Exposure
The SP-570 UZ is as versatile as you want it to be. It allows full Manual Exposure settings and manual focus for advanced creative control, yet it's easy enough for any family member to point and shoot.

Hot Shoe
Quickly and easily attach an external flash to the Hot Shoe so you can take sharp, clear images under challenging lighting conditions. An optional wireless flash is also available.

Face Detection
Face Detection automatically focuses on your subjects' faces and optimizes exposure for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures.

10 Million Pixel
A high-resolution CCD with over 10 million pixels provides superior image quality. You can even create large prints without losing a single detail.

13.5fps
Shoot fast-action sequence shots like a pro. At the click of a button, you can take several shots in rapid succession to capture every moment of the action. With a burst rate of 13.5fps and Pre-Capture, (3MP) you can freeze moments in time to get the shot you want.

HyperCrystal™ LCD
With improved contrast and color reproduction, the HyperCrystal™ LCD offers more accurate, precise image display, as well as an extra-wide viewing angle and enhanced visibility in direct sunlight.

High ISO
The SP-570 UZ offers ISO 6400 for superior low-light and fast-action photography. Combine this with shutter speeds of up to 1/2000 second and you'll capture fast-action photos, at the game, in the gym or under the stadium lights, with ease.

TruePic™ III Image Processor
Developed for the professional Digital SLR, the TruePic™ III Image Processor delivers superior images with true-to-life color, sharper detail, and less noise.

RAW Format
Shoot using JPEG format for no-hassle sharing, printing, and viewing. Or shoot using RAW format for high image quality and control.

Specification Description
Model 226355, OLYSP570, SP-570 UZ
UPC 050332162976
Audio Recording Yes
Auto power saveĀ  Yes
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
AVI Yes
back light compensation Yes
Battery Type Product
Benefits High-resolution CCD with 10.1 megapixels provides superior image quality20x wide super-telephoto zoom brings you closer to the action
Cables Included USB cable, A/V cable
Camera Flash Built-in
Camera Flash Features Hot shoe for using external or wireless flash
Camera/Camcorder Color Support Yes
Capacity UOM mAh
Chemistry Alkaline
Color Support Yes
Connector Type USB
Continuous Burst or Capture ModeĀ  Yes
Continuous Shooting Speed 13.5fps
Controls / Adjustments 5 step brightness adjustment
Country Of Origin South Korea
date/time insert Yes
Description Header Body of an ultra-zoom, soul of an SLR.
Digital Video Format AVI
Digital Zoom 5
Display Catalog Number 55027259
Display Languages Multi-language support
Display Size 2.7 inches
Effective Flash Range 0.98ft-21ft
Effective Sensor Resolution 10700000 Pixels
Enclosure Color Black
End Product Indicator Yes
Expansion Slot(s) xD-Picture Card (16MB-2GB)
Exposure Compensation ±2 EV steps in 1/3 EV steps
Exposure Metering Digital ESP, spot metering, center-weighted metering, face detection
Features Easily attach an external flash (sold separately) for clear images in challenging light conditionsFace Detection automatically focuse
Flash Modes Auto (for low light and backlit conditions), red-eye reduction , fill-in, fill-in + red-eye reduction, slow synchro, slow1 + red-eye reduction, slow s
Focal Length 4.60mm-92.0mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 26mm-520mm
High-speed shutter Yes
Humidity Range Operating 30%-90%
Image Storage 10MP (3648x2736), 5MP (2560x1920), 4MP (2304x1728), 3MP (2048x1536), 2MP (1600x1200), 1MP (1280x960), VGA (640x480), 3:2 (3648x2432), 16:9 (1920x1080)
Included in the Box SP-570 UZ digital cameraUSB cableA/V cableUser's guideNeck strapLens cap"AA" alkaline ba
Inputs 1 x USB/B Mini 5 pin(USB / A/V output), 1 x Barrel(DC in)
Integrated Memory 45
Integrated Memory UOM MB
JPEG, JPG Yes
Lens Aperture f2.8-f4.5
Lens Construction 14 lenses in 11 groups
Lens System Features 4 aspherical lenses, 2 ED lenses
Lens System Type Zoom
Light Sensitivity Auto, High Auto, ISO64, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400, ISO800, ISO1600, ISO3200, ISO6400 (equivalent)
MAC Operating System Support Mac OS X v10.3Power PC G3 500 MHz or later, Intel Core Solo/Duo 1.5 GHz or later256MB RAM500MB hard disk capacityUSB port or IEEE 1394
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 12
Manufacturer Part Number 226355
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 12
MAP Price 0.0
Max Operating Temperature 104 Fahrenheit
Max Resolution 230000
Megapixel Range 8+MP
Microphone Type Built-in
Min Operating Temperature 32 Fahrenheit
Model SP-570 UZ
NightShot Yes
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Optical Sensor Type 1/2.33 CCD
Optical Zoom 20
Outputs 1 x USB/B Mini 5 pin(USB / A/V output)
PC Operating System Support Windows 2000 Professional/XP/VistaPentium III 500 Mhz or later 256MB RAM500MB hard disk capacityUSB port or IEEE 1394 portInternet
PictBridge-enabled Yes
Power Device "AA" alkaline batteries (4)
Product Depth 3.4
Product Dimensions UOM inches
Product Height 3.3
Product Type Point & shoot
Product Weight 15.7
Product Width 4.7
Red Eye Reduction Yes
Resolution 10 Megapixels
Self Timer Yes
Shooting Programs Auto, program auto, aperture priority, shutter priority, manual, my mode, sensor-shift image stabilization, scene modes (portrait, landscape, landscap
Size AA
Software Olympus Master 2
Sound Output Mode Monaural
Special Effects Still Image: red-eye fix, lighting fix, resize, rotation, black & white, sepia, frame, label, calendar, layout, expression edit, face focus, raw edit,
Still Image Format JPEG, RAW
Supported Flash Memory xD-Picture Card (16MB-2GB)
Supported Languages English
Total Pixels 10000000 Pixels
Type HyperCrystal LCD
Video Capture 640x480 (30/15fps), 320x240 (30/15fps)
Viewfinder Color Support Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic View Finder with Dioptic Correction
Voltage 1.5
Voltage UOM Volts
White Balance Presets iESP 2 auto, one-touch, presets (daylight, overcast, tungsten, and 3 fluorescents), white balance compensation

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Olympus SP-570 UZ Digital Camera Reviews

 
 
 

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[15 of 16 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Like a mini SLR. Take panorama pics

"If you spend a couple hours on the web you will read numerous comments that it takes poor pictures in dim light. This is not true. The problem is that the camera is so feature packed, a person who has not studied the camera manual for a few hours does not know how to set the camera for low light. It takes stunning pictures at low light levels. The autofocus at dim light level while in a zoomed position is pro..." Read Full Review »

Jul 04, 2008 by Cyburbs

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Nice camera, but not for me

"I bought this camera for its light weight and 20X zoom. I envisioned taking wildlife photographs while hiking. I also wanted to photograph my grandchildren. The long shutter lag (even when pre-focused with half shutter release) makes taking anything but posed portraits and still landscapes questionable. The slow digital zoom and lack of manual focus make quick shooting of birds impossible. This is a fine cam..." Read Full Review »

Apr 22, 2008 by Former Fat Boy

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Olympus SP-570 UZ Digital Camera Review

Like a mini SLR. Take panorama pics

★★★★★
5.0

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    Pros

  • Bright LCD
  • Comfortable Controls
  • Extreme zoom range
  • Fantastic Panorama Prints
  • Onboard image corrections
  • More »

    Cons

  • Eats AA batteries
  • Long Learning Curve
  • Low Light Autofocusing

    Best Uses

  • Art
  • Birds Wildlife
  • Documentary
  • Fun
  • Spy Camera with 3X lens
  • More »
 

"If you spend a couple hours on the web you will read numerous comments that it takes poor pictures in dim light. This is not true. The problem is that the camera is so feature packed, a person who has not studied the camera manual for a few hours does not know how to set the camera for low light. …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 4 2008
Cyburbs
Chicago, IL
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[21 of 21 customers found this review helpful]

Olympus SP-570 UZ Digital Camera Review

A very fun and versatile camera!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Amazing Zoom Range
  • Easy to Use
  • Fits well in hand
  • Good Battery Life
  • Good sized screen
  • More »

    Cons

  • EVF could be improved

    Best Uses

  • Outdoors
  • Travel
 

"I kept my expectations fairly low with this camera because of the extremes of what it can do, I figured something has 'gotta give'. I shoot with several different cameras (for specific purposes) and wanted a camera that would 'do it all' for an extended camping trip planned for later this summer.

…"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 16 2008
Neil at thewarmland[@]
Coquitlam, BC, Canada
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  • Semi-Professional
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[9 of 9 customers found this review helpful]

Olympus SP-570 UZ Digital Camera Review

ZOOM Zoom Close Up Zoom Olympus Sp570 uz

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Fast Shutter Speed
  • Good sized screen
  • Great Resolution
  • Nature Pictures- WOW
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Outdoors
 

"The ZOOM and the photographs this camera takes are INCREDIBLE. The Wide Angle Lens is the biggest on the market before jumping up to high end professional cameras. The auto-stabilization is great. In admittedly good lighting I shook the camera - HARD - and took photos to test the stabilization and a …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 17 2008
terafermaearthforest
Portland, Oregon
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Olympus SP-570 UZ Digital Camera Review

Awesome Camera!!!!!!!!!!!!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Excellent in Low Light
  • Fast Shutter Speed
  • Good Battery Life
  • Good sized screen
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Home
  • Outdoors
  • Portraits
  • Sports/Action
  • Travel
  • More »
 

"The manual explains all the gadgets on the camera



As with anything new, you usually experiment with the different settings. And their are plenty to choose from. "

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Halifax, Nova Scotia
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 18 2008
deb.
Walden, New York
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[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Olympus SP-570 UZ Digital Camera Review

Best all-around point and shoot for 2008

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Great Image Quality
  • Image Stabilization
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • Poor In Low Light

    Best Uses

  • Fun
  • Travel
 

"Six years ago I upgraded my trusty 35mm SLR to an Olympus C4040 digital point and shoot and never looked back. This time around, I was looking for a new upgrade and after much comparison shopping purchased the Olympus SP570UZ from B&H. The main features that sold me on this camera were the top-rat …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Dec 13 2008
Mike
Waldorf, MD
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