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Olympus SP-560 UZ

Olympus SP-560 UZ

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  • 5 out of 5
"Amazing zoom, i love it"
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Following up the Olympus SP-550 UZ, which became the first camera with 18x optical zoom and set off a long-range zoom arms rance between the major manufacturers, the SP-560 UZ looks to perfect the trend. There are a few more megapixels and a the camera's range is a little wider. The dual image stabilization is there to compensate for the extreme... read more

Specifications

  • 8 megapixels
  • 18x optical zoom / 5.6x digital zoom
  • JPEG and RAW file formats
  • Movie mode with sound
  • Dual Image Stabilization
  • ISO 50-3200
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Q: Does it have an internal flash or should i go for an enternal one in the hot shoe? I'm interested in buying this nd any better suggestions?
A: As has been mentioned the SP 560 UZ does not have an attachment for an external flash however i was... read more
Q: what are best settings for photo of stars?
A: William,I would first recommend getting a tri-pod. For the night settings, you are going to need a longer shutter opening... read more
Q: FZ 18 Vs. the Olympus 560?
A: Greg,I'm sorry if I wasn't clear enough in my first answer. I feel that the Olympus SP-560 UZ is a... read more

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Q: Got these choices... 560UZ, 570UZ and Nikon P80. Any idea which is the best? Some suggestions?
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Q: Extended Zoom with Better Low Light Shots -
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Q: Olympus? Canon? or Panasonic?
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  • 4.39 out of 5

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  • 5 out of 5
Amazing zoom, i love it (TOZER - 6/17/08)

The SP 560 UZ is a truely versitile camera. The amazing 18X zoom is, well amazing. You don't have to worry about using a tripod when using that zoom as the image stabilisation is quite incredable. This camera somehow manages to provide some of the highlights of an entry level DSLR with the convenience of a compact camera. Ths SP 560 UZ is extremely convient, it is light wieght, small and fast.

The only problems i can find with the camera are:

Firstly the video. I can't really see the point of video on a camera (get a camcorder), but anyway the video is not too amazing. Its still pretty god but a bit stuttery when adjusting to light and at the end of the day not much use.

Secondly the camera has a great ISO range but anything above 400 ISO is not much use due to grain.

Thirdly the auto focus can be a bit of a pig, a bit slow, touchy etc. There are a few modes of auto focus so you can manipulate it with a bit of patience. The manual focus is not worth mentioning as it is an after thaught and impossabe to use.

Fourthly wideangle pictures are poor reselution

Thease faults would not stick out so much if the camera wasn't such a good all rounder.

My conclusion: A good camera for anyone who gets fed up with the limiations of the compact camera but cannot afford a DSLR or for those who just appreaciate the convience.

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