Olympus SP-570 UZ Camera

Its more common features include manual control, face detection, high ISO ranges and image stabilisation. Such features have established themselves as must-haves for these types of cameras, as consumers expect more control and functionality with regards to their operation. Some also go one step further, by allowing you shoot in Raw mode or to deactivate functions such as noise reduction.

Features
Olympus claims that its SP-570 Ultra Zoom bridge camera sports the longest optical zoom of any compact camera in the world, with an impressive range of 26-520mm (35mm equivalent). Dual image-stabilisation technology is included, employing a combination of high ISO and sensor shift IS to counteract the effects of both camera shake and subject-based movement.

When it was announced in January 2008, the Olympuss SP-570UZ broke the 18x optical zoom threshold of its competitors with a whopping 20x optical zoom lens a first for a superzoom bridge camera.

Theres been a flood of them recently with most of the major manufacturers releasing new models. With so much competition, though, each new superzoom needs to offer something unique.

Superzoom cameras are an attractive choice for those looking for a smaller, cheaper option than a DSLR, and in many cases they offer a decent alternative.

Exposures too light, fringing, EVF not as good as others

Zoom ring, Raw support, long lens

How does the Olympus SP-570 UZ compare in a now-crowded marketplace?

Price: ?300.00

Pros
Zoom ring, Raw support, long lens
Cons
Exposures too light, fringing, EVF not as good as others