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Olympus SP-570 UZ
Olympus SP-570 UZ
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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.
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  • 4 out of 5
"Good Snapshot camera"
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Answered Questions for the Olympus SP-570 UZ

Q: What size SLR lens would a 20X Zoom compare or be equal to?
A: Jerry,The 20x equivalent really applies to what the minimum focal length of the point and... read more
Q: I've a new SP-570U. How do I set it to take pictures greater than 72 DPI?
A: It is my understanding that 72 DPI is inherent in the camera. I have asked... read more
Q: Why not lithium batteries in the Olympus SP 570 UZ?
A: Olympus is pretty adamant that LiOn batteries not be used. I would think as a... read more
Q: can you point and shoot with it? Does it have automatic shoot on it?
A: Yes, this is a point and shoot camera. by "automatic shoot" I assume you mean... read more
Q: Can a Sunpak strobe be used with the SP-570 or must it be the very expensive Olymypus?
A: You should be okay. Worst case, you may have to adjust the strobe manually, but... read more
Q: Would the Olympus SP570 be good for product photography?
A: The SP570 has great up close product style presets which will work just nicely. But... read more
Q: I am trying to choose between the Olympus SP570UZ and the CanonEOS50D. Which is best for portrait and travel photography?
A: But the thing is, that when looking at an SLR you need to think "system... read more
Q: "Does this camera take good sharp pictures in low light situations like concerts? also I would like to NOT have to use the flash at concerts.
A: Well, you'll have to use the available light setting. The SP line has a great... read more
Q: How do I optimally utilize the AF and MF of the 570UZ ?
A: What you need to do is place your subject in the middle of the frame... read more
Q: What is the start up time and shutter lag time for the Olympus SP570UZ?
A: The start up time on the SP570 is relatively longer than most other cameras, but... read more
Q: Bridge cameras with extended zoom
A: I just went through the same exercise of researching and choosing a super zoom and... read more
Q: hi, i am confused between the Olympus SP-570 UZ, Sony Cybershot H50 & the Nikon Coolpix P80
A: SD, if you're planning on doing serious photo editing for professional reasons, then RAW would... read more
Q: Is this a good camera for wildlife photography
A: Buy a reflex, and start saving for a good telephoto lens. Some 400 mm (600... read more
Q: what about digital zoom during movie?!
A: Nope. Sorry. It doesn't. You can't zoom and record sound in movie mode at the... read more
Q: How one attaches the CLA 10 conversion lens adapter to the cam along with the TCON 1.7x teleconvertor? is there any photograph of the same availble.
A: Oh, I got your question. My point was that the tradeoffs are way too great... read more
Q: Where can I find the Olympus SP-570 UZ in Vancouver?
A: My first suggestion is to go to Amazon.com they ship all over the world. As... read more
Q: does it have a built in flash
A: FlashISO Speeds What is "ISO Speeds"? Auto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 800... read more
Q: Where can I find the Olympus SP-570 in JAKARTA?
A: Sorry, Roya, we don't have information on brick and mortar availability. You'll have to check... read more
Q: How well does this camera work at night taking action photos?
A: I doubt it. But the thing is, no point and shoot will be able to... read more
Q: How slow is bad is the transfer of Raw Shots to the Memory Card, and what about the .72. dpi
A: Pretty slow transfer in RAW. That's me comparing it to my Nikon D-70. 72dpi is... read more

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Open Questions for the Olympus SP-570 UZ

Q: Which is better : Olympus 570 or Panasonic FZ 50 ?
10 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: Does the SP-570 have the 13 fps rapid shot like the 565?
8 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: shutter speed delay
1 point for best answer - 2 replies
Q: how abt the video clarity ..???????????.is AVI format difficult to access ??????????
1 reply
Q: do u think tat 380 usd is worth fr the cam ...??? olympus ps 570 ...actually i hab nt used olympus before ...
4 replies
Q: Cannot record movie with sound for more than 40 sec.
2 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: how abt the clarity of the picture in kinda dark situations ...like in a evening programmes...wat about the strenght of the flash ...???
20 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: does sp-570 zoom in movie capture with sound?!
5 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: I currently use an Oly C-750 camera. How much faster is the 570 in shooting and is the picture quality better.
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Can I use optical zoom during movie (Like canon S5Is)
10 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: raw shots ?
20 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: please compare to the Olympus 570 & nikon d 60
15 points for best answer - 5 replies
Q: srilankashworoom
2 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Which is better Nikon Coolpix P80 or Olympus SP-570 UZ
10 points for best answer - 4 replies
Q: Video - can you use zoom and audio when filming?
5 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: how does the SP-570 compare to the FZ-18 in terms of flash?
15 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: Does anyone have a comment on the Video Quality of this camera?
10 points for best answer - 6 replies
Q: Image quality? Re: vivid colors and action shots?
6 replies
Q: looking o a camera for my sons soccer games but dont want another for birthday parties. Can you point me in the right direction?
15 points for best answer - 4 replies
Q: How do the quailty of photos compare to Canon Power Shot G9 or S 5 IS?
20 points for best answer - 7 replies

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