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Olympus Stylus 550UZ

Olympus Stylus 550UZ

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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.
  • 4 out of 5
"can't find the right lens cover"
  • 4 out of 5
"Know what you're getting"
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The Olympus Stylus 550UZ is a pioneering digital camera, with the highest optical zoom currently available; it's sure to be one of 2007's most talked about new products. The remarkable 18x optical zoom super-telephoto lens allows for even longer and more detailed shots, and the 550UZ's built-in image stabilization (both the valuable sensor-shift... read more

Specifications

  • 7.1 Megapixels
  • 18x optical zoom / 5.6x digital zoom
  • Sensor-shift and digital image stabilization
  • Auto and manual focus
  • Auto and manual exposure
  • ISO 50-5000
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Answered Questions for the SP-550UZ

Q: When I take video on my sp 55ouz camera i dont get sound....why and how can I fix it
A: Try resetting the camera. Also, check to see if the IS system is on. This may be causing it to... read more
Q: i cannot delete pictures from card SP550uz camera
A: Only SD card has write protection switch, xD cards don't.Probably it is easier to copy the pictures to the computer... read more
Q: does the Olympus SP-55OUZ have a flip-out swivel LCD and what is the shutter lag?
A: No, it doesn't. As for shutter lag, as with any digital camera it does have one. It's not longer or... read more

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Open Questions for the SP-550UZ

Q: I am looking for a tripod for sp-55ouz. Can u tell me where to get it?
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Q: Can I attach extended Flash to this camera olympus-55ouz
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: is there a remote control available for this camera?
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4.8 out of 5 586 Store Reviews Big VALUE Inc
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  • 4.07 out of 5

Average rating based on 227 total reviews: 4.07/5

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  • 4 out of 5
can't find the right lens cover (Paulette Adams - 1/14/09)

This camera has taken some good shots..The only problem
I have is lens caps fell off and I lost it...read more

  • 4 out of 5
Know what you're getting (Jim - 12/3/07)

I like everything about this camera except for the time it takes for the shutter click after the picture is snapped. On a cruise to... read more

  • 4 out of 5
A pretty good camera, with room for improvement menu wise. (by James DeRuvo - 6/19/07)

There are many cameras that offer image stabilization as a standard feature. And although some camera models have caused the viewfinder to disappear, I am... read more

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