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Olympus SP-565 UZ Digital Camera (Black)

BH #OLSP565UZ • MFR #226480
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Olympus SP-565 UZ Digital Camera (Black)
Key Features
  • 10.0 Megapixels
  • 20x Wide-angle Ultra-zoom (26-520mm)
  • 2.5" HyperCrystal LCD
  • Dual Image Stabilization
The Olympus SP-565 UZ Digital Camera provides a wealth of creative control without the expense and bulk of an interchangeable lens SLR. With its superior optics, power and portability, this all-in-one camera is great for outdoor, travel and sports photography. The amazingly powerful 20x Optical Zoom lens (26-520mm equivalent) gets you super close to the action while the wide-angle capability lets you capture more of what you see. In addition the cameras 2-in-1 anti-blur solution combines Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization, and Digital Image Stabilization to capture crisp, clear images in any situation.

The SP-565 UZ also allows users to be more creative with full manual exposure settings for advanced creative control, yet the camera also has a full range of automated shooting modes including Scene Modes so it is easy enough for any family member to point-and-shoot to beautiful images. You'll never miss a shot with cameras brisk burst capability achieving a shooting rate of 13.5 fps, and you can use an optional wireless flash so you can take sharp, clear images under challenging lighting conditions (an optional wireless flash is also available). In addition, the camera incorporates Face Detection technology to track your subjects' faces and automatically focuses and optimize exposure for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures.

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Olympus SP-565 UZ Overview

The Olympus SP-565 UZ Digital Camera provides a wealth of creative control without the expense and bulk of an interchangeable lens SLR. With its superior optics, power and portability, this all-in-one camera is great for outdoor, travel and sports photography. The amazingly powerful 20x Optical Zoom lens (26-520mm equivalent) gets you super close to the action while the wide-angle capability lets you capture more of what you see. In addition the cameras 2-in-1 anti-blur solution combines Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization, and Digital Image Stabilization to capture crisp, clear images in any situation.

The SP-565 UZ also allows users to be more creative with full manual exposure settings for advanced creative control, yet the camera also has a full range of automated shooting modes including Scene Modes so it is easy enough for any family member to point-and-shoot to beautiful images. You'll never miss a shot with cameras brisk burst capability achieving a shooting rate of 13.5 fps, and you can use an optional wireless flash so you can take sharp, clear images under challenging lighting conditions (an optional wireless flash is also available). In addition, the camera incorporates Face Detection technology to track your subjects' faces and automatically focuses and optimize exposure for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures.

20x Wide-Angle to Super Telephoto Zoom Lens
The 20x super-telephoto zoom brings you closer to the action and extends your creative reach; at the same time, the wide-angle lens allows more in your frame. This powerful, ultra-compact lens gives you unmatched shooting versatility for sports, travel or everyday photography. Add to this the 5x Digital Zoom and you now have an incredible total zoom of 100x.
10.0 Megapixel Effective Resolution
The SP-565 UZ incorporates a high-resolution CCD with over 10 million pixels provides superior image quality and permits users to make larger sized prints without sacrificing detail.
Dual Image Stabilization
Take crisp, clear, blur-free images every time with Olympus' Dual Image Stabilization. This unique capability utilizes a powerful 2-in-1 anti-blur solution, including an optically based, Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization which compensates for camera shake and Digital Image Stabilization which can freeze action by utilizing high ISO sensitivity and fast shutter speeds.
Record JPEG & RAW Files
Shoot using JPEG format for no-hassle sharing, printing, and viewing, or shoot using the RAW format for highest image quality and greatest level of post-shot image control.
High Sensitivity and Fast Shutter
The SP-565 UZ offers ISO 6400 for superior low-light and fast-action photography. Combine this with shutter speeds of up to 1/2000 second and you'll capture fast-action photos, at the game, in the gym or under the stadium lights, with ease.
TruePic III Image Processor
Developed for Olympus professional Digital SLRs, the TruePic III Image Processor delivers superior images with true-to-life color, sharper detail, and less noise.
Face Detection Technology
The Face Detection system automatically focuses on your subjects' faces and optimizes exposure for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures.
Fast Burst Capability
Shoot fast-action sequence shots like a pro. At the click of a button, you can take several shots in rapid succession to capture every moment of the action. With a burst rate of 13.5fps and Pre-Capture, (3MP) you can freeze moments in time to get the shot you want.
Manual Exposure Capability
The SP-565 UZ is as versatile as you want it to be. It allows full Manual Exposure settings and manual focus for advanced creative control.
Pre-Capture Feature
As soon as the camera locks focus on your subject, the Pre-Capture system automatically archives up to ten frames (3MP) before you fully press the button to ensure that you'll always capture the perfect shot.
Perfect Shot Preview
Using a live, multi-frame window on the LCD, the Perfect Shot Preview feature lets you preview the effects of various settings and then select those settings that will capture the perfect shot.
TV-quality Video Recording
The SP-565 UZ includes a high quality movie mode that captures broadcast quality VGA resolution video at a rate of 30 fps with sound, so you can use your compact digital still camera to produce professional video clips, and leave the camcorder at home.
Built-in and External Flash
The Cameras Built-in flash provides additional illumination along with flash exposure compensation for the best possible shots when ambient lighting is not sufficient. Plus an optional wireless flash is available so you can take sharp, clear images under even more challenging lighting conditions.
2.5" HyperCrystal LCD
With improved contrast and color reproduction, the HyperCrystal LCD offers more accurate, precise image display, as well as an extra-wide viewing angle and enhanced visibility in direct sunlight. The LCD also allows you to access the cameras Shooting Guide, utilize the Histogram for better exposure, and the Frame Assist feature so your images will have good balance.
Simple Connection to Your PC
Quickly download pictures to a computer to view, edit, and email with Simple PC Connect. The Auto-connect, USB mass storage interface and USB 2.0 High speed interface makes it easy and fast.
Direct Printing
Turn pictures on the camera into vibrant pictures in your hands with one-touch easy printing. A single cable is all it takes to connect the SP-565 UZ camera to a PictBridge compatible printer and print colorful pictures.

Olympus SP-565 UZ Specs

Camera Type
Ultra-Zoom Wide-Angle Advanced Digital Camera with Optical Image Stabilization
Image Quality
Image Sensor
1/2.33" CCD
Effective Resolution
10.0 million pixels
Color Depth
24-Bit RGB
Color Modes
Color, Sepia, B&W
Image File Formats
RAW
JPEG (Fine, Normal)
RAW+JPEG
Recorded Resolution
10MP (3648 x 2736)
5MP (2560 x 1920)
3MP (2048 x 1536)
16:9 (1920 x 1080)
2MP (1600 x 1200)
1MP (1280 x 960)
VGA (640 x 480)
Video Recording
AVI Motion JPEG with Sound
VGA (640x480 @ 30 or 15fps)
QVGA (320x240 @ 30 or 15fps)
Clip Length limited only by available memory
Audio Recording
Yes
Optics
Lens Type
Olympus Wide Zoom Lens (14 Lenses in 11 Groups with 4 Aspherical & 2 ED elements)
Optical Zoom
20x
Lens Focal Length
4.6- 92.0mm (26-520mm equivalent)
Digital Zoom
5x
Minimum Focus Distance
0.4" (1cm)
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8-4.5
Optical Image Stabilization
Yes (Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization)
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount
55mm with CLA-10 Lens Adapter tube
Focus Control
Focus Type
CCD Contrast Detection with AF Illuminator
Focus Modes
iESP Auto, Spot AF, Face Detection AF, Full-Time AF, Selective AF Target, AF Lock, Predictive AF, Manual, AF Lock
Focus Range
Normal mode: 3.9" (10cm) - infinity
Macro mode: 3.9" (10cm) - infinity
Super Macro mode: 0.4" (1cm) - infinity
Exposure Control
Sensitivity
Auto ISO
High Auto ISO
Selectable ISO (64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400)
Shutter Type
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Shutter Speed
Auto: 1/2 - 1/2000 second (up to 4 seconds in Night Scene mode)
Manual: 15 - 1/2000 second
Bulb: up to 8 minutes
Aperture Range
f/2.8-4.5 - f/8.0
Exposure Metering
Digital ESP Metering, Spot Metering, Center-Weighted Metering, Face Detection AE
Exposure Modes
Auto, Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, My Mode, Exposure Compensation (ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ±2 EV steps in 1/3 EV steps), Exposure Bracketing (5 frames), AE Lock
White Balance Modes
iESP 2 Auto, One-Touch, Presets (Daylight, Overcast, Tungsten, and 3 Fluorescents), White Balance Compensation
Scene Modes
Portrait, Landscape, Landscape+Portrait, Night Scene, Night+Portrait, Sport, Indoor, Candle, Self-Portrait, Available Light Portrait, Sunset, Fireworks, Multi-Firework, Cuisine, Behind Glass, Documents, Auction, Shoot & Select1, Shoot & Select2, Beach, Snow, Smile Shot, Bird Watching, Pre-Capture Movie, Quick Shutter, Panorama
Flash
Built-in Flash
Yes (Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Slow Sync 1, Slow1 + Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro 2, Off)
Effective Flash Range
1.0' (0.3 m) - 21' (6.4 m) @ ISO 400 wide
External Flash Connection
Wireless 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
Hi-Speed2: 13.5fps up to 30 frames (3MP)
Hi-Speed1: 7.0fps up to 30 frames (5MP)
Normal: 1.2fps up to 7 frames (10MP)
Self Timer
12 seconds
Interval Recording
Yes
Date & Time Stamp
No (Simultaneous recording into image data)
Memory & Power
Built-in Memory
48MB
Compatible Memory Cards
xD-Picture Card (up to 2GB)
microSD with included card adapter
Recording Capacity
Includes 48MB Built-in Memory

Still Image Capacity

RAW Fine Normal
10MP 3 9 19
5MP - 19 38
3MP - 30 57
2MP - 47 88
1MP - 70 123
VGA - 280 513
16:9 - 44 81

Video Capacity

Video Mode Record Time
VGA @ 30 fps 27 seconds
VGA @ 15 fps 54 seconds
QVGA @ 30 fps 73 seconds
QVGA @ 15 fps 144 seconds
Battery Type
4x AA Batteries (Alkaline, NiMH)
Power Adapter
C-7AU AC Adapter (optional)
Input/Output
Computer Interface
USB 2.0 High-Speed (USB Mass Storage)
Direct Print Capable
Yes (PictBridge)
Remote Control
RM-UC1 Remote Cable Release (optional)
Video Output
NTSC & PAL
Web-Cam Capable
No
System & Software Requirements
Windows 2000, XP, Vista
Mac OS X (10.3 or later)
Display
Viewfinder
Electronic View Finder with Dioptic Correction
LCD Display
2.5" HyperCrystal LCD (230,000 pixels) with Brightness Adjustment (5 steps)
Language Options
25 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Danish, Dutch, Polish, & Czech (additional languages available via download)
Playback Options
Single, Index Display (4, 9, 16 & 25 up), Enlargement (up to 10x), Slideshow, Rotation, My Favorites, movie Playback (Normal, Reverse, Frame-by-Frame), Image Edit Effects (Red-Eye Fix, Lighting Fix, Resize, Rotation, Black & White, Sepia, Frame, Label, Calendar, Layout, Expression Edit, Face Focus, RAW Edit, Cropping), Movie Edit Effects (Frame Index, Movie Edit, Still Image Cropping)
Physical
Dimensions
3.3 x 4.6 x 3.2" (84 x 116 x 81mm)
Weight
13.2 oz (373g) without batteries

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