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Olympus SP-570 UZ

Quick information
Brand Olympus 2008
Model SP-570 UZ
Released Year 2008
Type DSLR Cameras
Series SP Series
Optical Zoom 20x
Status Discontinued

Overview

The Olympus SP-570 UZ is a bridge digital camera featuring a 12-megapixel CCD sensor and a 10x optical zoom lens with a focal range equivalent to 35-350mm. It supports image stabilization, offers RAW and JPEG image formats, and includes manual controls for aperture and shutter speed. The camera supports ISO sensitivity from 50 to 800, providing flexibility in various lighting conditions. It includes a 3-inch LCD screen and an electronic viewfinder for composing shots. The body design emphasizes versatility and portability, targeting users looking for a high-zoom camera without interchangeable lenses.

Specifications

MPN 226355
UPC 0050332162976
Model SP-570 UZ
Digital Zoom 5x
Type Digital SLR
Optical Zoom 20x
Depth 3.4in
Width 4.7in
Item Weight 15.7 Oz.
Height 3.3in
Screen Details LCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-2.7"-Color
Exposure Compensation ±2 Ev Range, in 1/3 Ev Steps
Light Sensitivity Iso 64, Iso 6400, Iso 800, Iso Auto, Iso 400, Iso 1600, Iso 200, Iso 100, Iso 3200
Sensor Type CCD
Max Shutter Speed 1/2000 Sec
Shooting Modes Frame Movie Mode
Max Video Resolution 320x240
Macro Focus Range 1cm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 26-520mm
Special Effects Frames, Black & White, Sepia
Camera Flash Features Af Illuminator, Fill-In Flash, Flash Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Reduction Flash, Auto Flash
White Balance Auto, Tungsten (Preset), Overcast (Preset), Fluorescent (Preset), Daylight / Sunny (Preset)
Focus Adjustment Manual, Automatic
Battery Form Factor Standard Form Factor
Expansion Slot 1X xD-Picture Card
Operating System Supported Ms Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP, Ms Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows Vista, Ms Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Apple Mac OS X 10.3 or Later
Sensor Size 1/2.33in
Display Size 2.7in
Still Image Format Dpof, Raw Image, Dcf, Raw, JPEG, Exif 2.21
Exposure Modes Program, Aperture-Priority, Bulb, Shutter-Priority, Manual, Automatic
Integrated Memory Size 45MB
Display Rotation Built-In
Digital Video Format Avi, Motion JPEG
Screen Size 2.0".7"
Light Sensitivity Max 6400
Max Operating Temperature 40°C
Red Eye Reduction Yes
Min Shutter Speed 8 Min
Display Type LCD
Sensor Resolution 10.0MP
Exposure Metering Multi-Segment, Spot, Center-Weighted
Additional Features Histogram Display, Not Interchangeable Lenses, Direct Print, Audio Recording, With Tripod Mount, Automatic Pixel Mapping (Apm), Digital Noise Reduction, Resizing an Image, PictBridge Support, Digital Image Rotation, Print Image Matching, USB 2.0 Compatibility, Cropping an Image, Automatic Face Tracking, Built-In Help Guide, Red Eye Fix, Backlit Buttons, Digital Image Stabilization, Brightness Control, Bright Capture Technology, Dpof Support, Rgb Primary Color Filter, Interval Shooting Mode
Flash Type Pop-Up Flash
Min Operating Temperature 0°C
Effective Flash Range 0.3m-6.4m
Exterior Color Black
Microphone Type Microphone-Built-In
Connector Types 1X Composite Video/Audio Output, 1X DC Power Input, 1X USB
Shooting Programs Landscape-Portrait, Smile Shot, Cuisine, Behind Glass, Portrait Mode, Landscape, Quick Shutter, Snow, Available Light Portrait, Auction, Sunset, Beach, Candle, Self-Portrait, Sports Mode, Documents, Night Portrait, Multi-Firework, Night Scene, Shoot & Select 1, Shoot & Select 2, Indoor, Fireworks, Panorama Assist
Flash Modes Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro, Fill-In Mode, Off Mode, Auto Mode
Camera Type Point & Shoot
Auto Focus Type TTL Contrast Detection
Viewfinder Type Optical (Through-The-Lens), Electronic
Supported Flash Memory xD-Picture Card, Built-In
Continuous Shooting Speed 13.5fps

Key Advantages

The SP-570 UZ offers an impressive 10x optical zoom with high-quality lens optics, making it suitable for diverse shooting scenarios. Its ability to shoot in RAW format allows advanced users greater control in post-processing. The built-in image stabilization helps reduce blur in handheld shots, especially at telephoto settings. Manual controls give photographers creative flexibility beyond typical point-and-shoot cameras. The inclusion of both an LCD and electronic viewfinder caters to user preference and shooting conditions. Additionally, its compact, lightweight design enhances portability without compromising performance.

Limitations

Despite its advantages, the SP-570 UZ has relatively limited video recording capabilities compared to more modern cameras. The maximum ISO sensitivity of 800 may limit performance in very low-light situations. The camera's sensor size is smaller than those in DSLRs or mirrorless cameras, affecting image quality in some conditions. Autofocus speed can be slower at long zoom focal lengths. The electronic viewfinder resolution may be lower than optical viewfinders, impacting clarity. Lastly, the camera is now discontinued, so replacement parts and support may be harder to find.

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