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Olympus SP-590UZ
Olympus SP-590UZ
B+
HQ Grade: B+
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 4 out of 5
"The more I use it, the more I like it."
  • 3 out of 5
"cheap feeling and ineffective autofocus at dusk/too wobbly at full zoom even with IS turned on"
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Answered Questions for the Olympus SP-590UZ

Q: SP-590UZ OR Canon SX10 IS, Which one is better?
A: Well, certainly on paper and by specs the SP-590UZ looks to be the leader of... read more
Q: Is the Olympus SP-590UZ really cheap feeling? And does it matter? I am buying strictly online and don't have the opportunity to try it out myself.
A: I have shot with both the SP550 and 560 and found them very robust. Even... read more
Q: max microsd for sp-590uz
A: According to this Olympus page, it can take up to 8GB. read more
Q: Talk about the close-up capabilities of this camera.
A: I found the answer to my own question on the Olympus website. Thanks anyway.... read more
Q: Useable ISO Settings
A: Max is 1600, but I wouldn't go past 800 unless you absolutely need to as... read more

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Open Questions for the Olympus SP-590UZ

Q: Is "12M" the best file size to use, is it like JPG, but not RAW?
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Why does this one not have feature behind glass
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Q: is there sound in movie mode when zooming or zoomed?
4 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Is there a spec or user experience for its shutter delay time?
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