Latest – Review and Sample Photos by ePhotozine (added 30 January’09)
Olympus SP-570 UZ is a 10 megapixel 20x optical zoom digital camera and it features a 2.7 inch LCD, and an ISO range of 64 to 6400.
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Review Index – (updated 30 January’09)
ePhotozine
“If you already have a high spec compact camera, keep it and enjoy it. If you are looking for more, get a modern DSLR, with a good lens and a system back up to buy into later. Nice try Olympus, better luck next time.”
DigitalCameraInfo
“Yes, there’s room for improvement in the lab testing, and even after using it for a few weeks the sloppy zoom control is still annoying, but overall this is a camera we really enjoy. It feels great in your hand, delivers photos that stand up well at all but enormous print sizes.”
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PCWorld
“We also had a bit of trouble getting the autofocus to lock onto targets in low light. The autofocus would scan from one end to the other trying to sharpen the image, and sometimes took up to 2 seconds to fully lock on to a focal point.”
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Photo Review
“Capture lag and imprecise focusing were the main problems we encountered when shooting with the test camera. Both resulted in less than 30% of shots of moving subjects being usable.”
ComputerActive
“While good results can be achieved with plenty of light, images sometimes appeared washed out and flat in less sunny conditions. That said, the so-called Shadow Adjustment Technology with which the camera is equipped did a good job of evening out tricky exposures such as a bright background against a dark foreground.”
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ImagingResource
“The 20x optical zoom is unsurpassed in range and does about as well as 18x zooms when it comes to corner softness and chromatic aberration. But the electronic zoom ring is much too sluggish and autofocus too slow to really put this camera to work in the field, and image quality is compromised at anything but ISO 64.”
CNET
“Though it stands out in the features department, the Olympus SP-570 UZ’s slow performance seriously undercuts many of the potential uses to which you might put those capabilities, and for some, the zoom ring implementation will put a damper on the rest of the shooting experience.”
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RegHardware reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“A camera that plants a foot in both the DSLR and compact digital camp. Its 20x zoom and super macro mode are superb, but handling could be improved and we’re not sure who this camera will ultimately appeal to.”
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CNET.co.uk reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“On paper, this is a cracking camera with amazing specifications, but while it’s well-designed and well-made, the average picture quality and poor high-zoom and high-ISO performance are a blunt reality check.”
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TrustedReviews reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“The Olympus SP-570 UZ is a decent camera to use, with some nice handling features such as a decent EVF, good zoom ring and plenty of control. It’s Raw capabilities are an eye catcher, but it lacks the finesse of some competitors, particularly when it comes to the images, Apart from exposure, which is easily remedied, the fringing from the lens is appalling, while the noise is average.”
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GoodGearGuide reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“One thing that did bother us was the zoom ring. While the SP-570UZ uses a ring around the lens to control the zoom, it is electronic rather than mechanical and there is a delay of a second or so when zooming, which makes precise framing difficult.”
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StevesDigicams reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“This is a very capable 10.1-megapixel Ultra-zoom camera that offers a variety of very nice features, including an awesome 20x Wide optical zoom lens. The image quality was excellent both indoors and out. The one disappointment is that the performance has not gotten any better from the previous model.”
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LetsGoDigital reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“The Olympus SP-570 UZ is a mature digital Megazoom camera with many setting possibilities. The camera has all-round features and will certainly also appeal to the more enhanced photographer. The concept is well thought-out and is supported by the experiences of several camera generations.”
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PCAdvisor reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“We also had a bit of trouble getting the autofocus to lock on to targets in low light. The autofocus would scan from one end to the other trying to sharpen the image, and sometimes took up to 2 seconds to fully lock on to a focal point.”
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PCMag reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“The Olympus SP-570UZ produces decent image quality despite some inconsistency. Features are where this camera shines: Perfect Shot Preview and the Shadow adjustment alone are reasons to consider it over other superzooms such as the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H10 and the Fuji FinePix s8100fd.”
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PhotographyBlog reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“More than a year after Olympus’ introduction of the SP-550UZ, it is clear that the company takes its return to the superzoom segment seriously. The SP-560UZ already resolved some of the issues that plagued its predecessor, and with the SP-570UZ the company has demonstrated that it is willing to improve this line even further. The main selling point of the camera is the huge zoom, and this is one area where the SP-570UZ doesn’t disappoint.”
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ePhotozine has a user review the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“The camera loves good light and will take stunning pictures at 10 mega pixel in both auto and manual settings at full zoom. In bad light the camera has to be worked to find that manual setting which suits it the best.”
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ePhotozine reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“I can’t help but think that the camera has been released because Olympus wanted to stick a 20x optical zoom into a camera and raise its profile over the top of the other models that are in the same classification.”
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PhotoReview reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“Considering the range of the zoom lens on the SP570 UZ, we weren’t surprised to find the test camera tended to hunt at the longer focal length settings, particularly in low light levels and cloudy conditions when subject contrast was reduced.”
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DigitalCameraReview reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“Up to the point when I opened the box containing the Olympus SP-570 UZ, the Canon S5 was my all-time favorite long zoom digicam. Having now spent some time with the SP-570, that’s no longer the case. Serious shooters looking for that mythical point-and-shoot digicam that adequately replaces a DSLR and a bag of lenses could do much worse than the SP-570 UZ.”
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DCViews reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“So, should you buy the Olympus SP-570UZ or would it be best to go for a DSLR. Well it all depends on what you want or need from a camera. If your aim is to make photography your hobby, prices of DSLRs are so low nowadays that they would make an ideal start to what can be a fantastic pastime, with the possibility to start a complete system from scratch.”
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InfoSync reviews the Olympus SP-570 UZ and they write -
“A point-and-shoot imaging sensor in an SLR body is still a point-and-shoot imaging sensor, and we were disappointed that Olympus didn’t outfit the SP-570UZ with something beefier than a typical 1/2.33″ CCD.”
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Specifications
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Press Excerpt
London, 22 January 2008 –The ultra zoom camera category has a new world champion with the new Olympus SP-570 UZ, bringing you closer to the action than ever before with an incredible 20x wide optical zoom. Featuring built-in Dual Image Stabilisation, Olympus’ latest innovation for ambitious, specialist and creative photographers eliminates blur associated with camera shake to deliver razor sharp images, even at high levels of magnification. You can also breathe easy as you close in on the shot of a lifetime: sequential shooting at up to 15fps makes sure you won’t miss a thing.
The SP-570 UZ will arrive in stores in March 2008 at a recommended retail price of £389.99.
Cuttin-edge ultra zoom technology
Capture unique moments in the middle of a sports field or at the front of a college podium – even when you’re stuck on the sidelines or at the back of the theatre. Providing photographers with unprecedented telephoto power, the spectacular zoom capabilities of the SP-570 UZ bring your subject virtually close enough to touch. This 20x wide optical zoom model covers an equivalent focal range of 26-520mm, making it the world’s most powerful zoom camera in this segment*. Performance can be enhanced to an amazing 2600mm when combined with the 5.0x digital zoom. Even greater magnification up to a breathtaking maximum of 4420mm is possible when adding the optional TCON-17 Teleconverter and CLA-10 Adapter Ring.
Because the risk of blurry images grows as the focal length increases, Olympus incorporates Dual Image Stabilisation in the SP-570 UZ. It guards against blur caused by camera shake and is the perfect insurance for sports photographers and in all other situations where there are no second chances to capture the magic of the moment. Furthermore, this model’s 15fps** burst rate means not even a split-second of action will be missed. Additional smart technology also helps to capture unexpected surprises – the pre-capture mode enables recording of five frames** before the shutter is even released.
The big picture
The 26mm wide-angle capabilities of the SP-570 UZ make it perfect for getting the full picture when it comes to indoor and architectural photography. Framing is easy too, with a large 6.9cm/2.7” HyperCrystal LCD and BrightCapture Technology faithfully depicting the composition.
Close encounters
Get up close and explore the enchanting miniature world around you. With a minimum shooting distance of merely 1cm, the Super Macro mode of the SP-570 UZ is perfect for unlocking nature’s secrets and photographing other captivating details and surface textures.
A full technological arsenal
The SP-570 UZ features a full suite of Olympus digital imaging innovations to ensure the capture of the best possible images. This includes High ISO Settings, Face Detection Technology, Shadow Adjustment Technology, and TruePic III.
Ease of use
On top of automatic shooting and manual (P/A/S/M) control options, the SP-570 UZ also features a choice of 22 scene modes which are optimised for frequently encountered shooting situations. This ensures an ideal balance between point-and-shoot ease and creative freedom for ambitious photographers. Those seeking yet a further degree of control will appreciate the ability to manually adjust focus and zoom levels using the lens ring. In addition to a hotshoe, a wireless flash control makes cable clutter a thing of the past: the SP-570 UZ boasts compatibility with the new Olympus FL-50R and FL-36R flash units which were initially introduced for use with the Olympus professional D-SLR model, the E-3. And dioptric correction enables those who wear glasses to use the viewfinder, while a menu in 38 languages ensures problem-free navigation for virtually everyone.
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