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Olympus SP-590UZ Digital Camera (Black)

BH #OLSP590UZB • MFR #226755
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Olympus SP-590UZ Digital Camera (Black)
Key Features
  • 12MP, 1/2.33" Sensor
  • 26x Zoom (26-676mm)
  • 2.7" LCD
  • ISO 80 - 6400
The SP-590UZ digital camera from Olympus merges simplicity and convenience with a high-performance optic, and they wrapped it all up in a manageable form-factor. This amazing camera almost disappears in your backpack and weighs less than a pound; you can carry it all day long and you'll still want to take it with you tomorrow.

Telephoto and wide-angle shooters will find that the SP-590UZ's lens delivers above and beyond the call of duty. Zooming from true wide-angle all the way out to super-telephoto, the focal length of this fine optic spans what would be 26-676mm in a standard 35mm camera system. Photographic scenarios there were previously thought to be impossible become a tangible reality; eagles roosting on a ledge in the distance, or shooting a team photo in a less-than-ideal corner of the gym - the SP-590 handles both with aplomb, and its 12MP capture ensures a quality enlargement for everyone!

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Olympus SP-590 UZ Overview

The SP-590UZ digital camera from Olympus merges simplicity and convenience with a high-performance optic, and they wrapped it all up in a manageable form-factor. This amazing camera almost disappears in your backpack and weighs less than a pound; you can carry it all day long and you'll still want to take it with you tomorrow.

Telephoto and wide-angle shooters will find that the SP-590UZ's lens delivers above and beyond the call of duty. Zooming from true wide-angle all the way out to super-telephoto, the focal length of this fine optic spans what would be 26-676mm in a standard 35mm camera system. Photographic scenarios there were previously thought to be impossible become a tangible reality; eagles roosting on a ledge in the distance, or shooting a team photo in a less-than-ideal corner of the gym - the SP-590 handles both with aplomb, and its 12MP capture ensures a quality enlargement for everyone!

12MP Capture
The high-resolution 1/2.33" CCD sensor produces 12MP images with fine detail and excellent enlargement capabilities
26x Zoom Lens
Extremely versatile 4.6 - 119.6mm f/2.8/5.0 lens (26 - 676mm equivalent in 35mm format) handles scenic vistas, intimate portraits, and long-range telephoto shots easily
2.7" LCD Screen
With its excellent contrast and color reproduction, wide viewing angle, and enhanced visibility in direct sunlight, the HyperCrystal II LCD provides detailed on-site viewing and editing. Additionally, the screen enables histogram review and access to the cameras shooting guides and Frame Assist feature
Dual Image Stabilization
2-in-1 anti-blur solution:
Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization compensates for camera shake.
Digital Image Stabilization affords a higher sensitivity setting that allow the shooter to freeze action shots with a higher shutter speed
Face Detection
Optimizes focus and exposure for sharp brilliant portraits
Fast Burst Capability
Take several shots in rapid succession; with a burst rate of up to 10 fps @ 3MP you can freeze action to capture the decisive moment
Creative Mode Options
Manual Override: manual exposure and focus for complete creative control
Panorama: captures 3 images and stitches them together in-camera
Beauty Mode: smooths skin, removes unwanted wrinkles/blemishes
Soft Background Focus: slightly blurs background to accent foreground.
Image File Formats
JPEG: no-hassle Mac or PC file sharing, printing, and viewing
Video: AVI Movie w/sound; 640x480, 320x240 @ 30/15fps
Pre-Capture
When the camera locks focus on your subject, Pre-Capture ensures the perfect shot by instantly archiving up to ten frames (@ 3MP)
Shadow Adjustment Technology
Capture scenes in difficult lighting situations - perfect for outside shots in bright sun when dark shadows are prevalent or shooting in backlit situations
Perfect Shot Preview
A live multi-frame window on the LCD lets you preview and select the effects of various settings that will capture the perfect shot
Built-in and External Flash
Integral flash w/flash exposure compensation provides additional illumination
Optional external wireless flash for enhanced lighting control
Additional Features
HDMI Ready: view photos on your HD-TV in sharp, clear hi-definition
Simple PC Connect: USB 2.0 mass storage interface for no-hassle transfers
Direct Printing: PictBridge compatibility ensures one-touch easy printing

Olympus SP-590 UZ Specs

Camera Type
Advanced Point-And-Shoot
Image Quality
Image Sensor
1/2.33" CCD
Effective Resolution
12MP
Color Depth
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Color Modes
Color, Sepia, B&W
Image File Formats
JPEG (fine, normal)
Recorded Resolution
12MP (3,968 x 2,976)
5MP (2,560 x 1,920)
3MP (2,048 x 1,536)
2MP (1,600 x 1,200)
1MP (1,280 x 960)
VGA (640 x 480)
16:9 L (3,968 x 2,232)
16:9 S (1,920 x 1,080)
Video Recording
AVI Movie with Sound
640x480 or 320x240 @ 30/15fps
Audio Recording
Yes
Optics
Lens Type
Wide-angle/Telephoto Zoom
Optical Zoom
26x
Lens Focal Length
f/2.8/5.0 4.6-92mm (26-676mm equivalent)
(14 elements - 4 Aspheric, 3 ED/11 Groups)
Digital Zoom
5x
Minimum Focus Distance
Super Macro mode: 0.39" (1cm)
Maximum Aperture
Wideangle - f/2.8
Telephoto - f/5.0
Optical Image Stabilization
Yes, Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Focus Control
Focus Type
Auto and manual
Focus Modes
iESP Auto, Spot AF, Selective AF Target, Face Detection AF, Full-Time AF, Predictive AF, AF Lock, Manual Focus
Focus Range
Normal mode: Wide: 3.9"/0.1m - infinity Tele: 66.9"/1.7m - infinity
Macro mode: Wide: 3.9"/0.1m - infinity Tele: 66.9"/1.7m - infinity
Super Macro mode: 0.39"/1.0cm - infinity
Exposure Control
Sensitivity
Auto, High Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400
Shutter Type
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Shutter Speed
Auto: 1/2 - 1/2000 sec. (up to 4 sec. in Night Scene)
Manual: 15 - 1/2000 sec
Bulb: up to 8 minutes
Aperture Range
f/2.8-5.0
Exposure Metering
Digital ESP Metering, Spot Metering, Center-Weighted Metering, Face Detection AE
Exposure Modes
Auto, Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Speed Priority, Manual, My Mode, Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization, Beauty Mode, Scene Modes
White Balance Modes
iESP 2 Auto, One-Touch, Presets - Daylight, Overcast, Tungsten, 3x-Fluorescent, White Balance Compensation
Scene Modes
Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Night Scene, Night+Portrait, Indoor, Candle, Sunset, Fireworks, Multi-Fireworks, Multiple Exposure, Cuisine, Documents, Smile Shot, Beach & Snow, Bird Watching, Pre-Capture Movie, Quick Shutter, Soft Background Shot, Movie
Flash
Built-in Flash
Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Fill-in+Red-Eye, Slow Sync 1, Slow1 + Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro 2, Off
Effective Flash Range
Wide: 0.98'/0.3m - 21'/6.4m @ ISO 400
Tele: 5.6'/1.7m - 11.98'/3.6m @ ISO 400
External Flash Connection
Wireless remote flash
External Flash Control
Wireless RC Flash System
Performance
Start-Up Time
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Shutter Lag
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Time Between Shots
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Burst Capability
High-speed2: 10 fps for 30 frames @ 3MP
High-speed1: 6 fps for 30 frames @ 5MP
Normal speed: 1.2 fps for 7 frames @ 10MP
Self Timer
12 seconds
Interval Recording
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Date & Time Stamp
Recorded in image metadata
Memory & Power
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Built-in Memory
None
Compatible Memory Cards
xD-Picture Card (up to 2GB)
microSD with included card adapter
File Size
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Battery Type
4 AA Batteries
Power Adapter
C-7AC AC Adapter (optional)
Input/Output
Multi-Terminal USB Connector w/Audio/Video Output, DC Input, HD Output
Computer Interface
USB 2.0 High-Speed
Direct Print Capable
Yes (PictBridge)
Remote Control
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Video Output
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Web-Cam Capable
Not Specified by Manufacturer
System & Software Requirements
Mac OS X 10.3 - 10.5
Windows 2000PRO/XP/VISTA,
Display
Viewfinder
Electronic View Finder with Dioptric Correction
LCD Display
2.5" HyperCrystal LCD
Language Options
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Playback Options
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Physical
Dimensions
4.3 x 3.5 x 3.9" (110 x 89 x 98mm)
Weight
15.3 oz (435g)
(without batteries/card)

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