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Olympus SP-550 UZ

Olympus SP-550 UZ Digital Camera

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Nikon D3000 Body Only Digital Camera

$548.88  |  1 store
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Product Description
Long-range photography is becoming increasingly popular these days, and the Olympus SP-550UZ is there to answer the call. This 7.1 megapixel camera has an amazing 18x optical zoom lens... More
Long-range photography is becoming increasingly popular these days, and the Olympus SP-550UZ is there to answer the call. This 7.1 megapixel camera has an amazing 18x optical zoom lens (28-504mm equivalent) that is perfect for group and landscape shots at the wide end, and sports and wildlife on the long end. The Olympus SP-550UZ also features a dual image stabilization system that combines sensor-shift technology with high ISO and shutter settings, minimizing blur, even when fully zoomed in. A bright 2.5-inch LCD screen rounds out this versatile camera. Less
The D3000 is a high-performance DX-format SLR that delivers superb images and boasts a range of functions, which make photography simple and fun. Nikon's intelligent Guide Mode offers... More
The D3000 is a high-performance DX-format SLR that delivers superb images and boasts a range of functions, which make photography simple and fun. Nikon's intelligent Guide Mode offers incredibly user-friendly in-camera assistance, enabling even beginners to capture wonderful images. Perfect for shots that you are not sure how to take, and guide mode will ask you about the image you want to capture and automatically optimize the camera settings for the best possible results. When you want to learn more, you can use Guide Mode to find out how to adjust the settings yourself. The 10.2-megapixel image sensor and fast autofocus performance ensure precise, detailed images. The large, 3-inch LCD screen is highly convenient for composing and reviewing images, and makes it easy to use the in-camera retouch menu that enables you to modify images without a computer. The D3000 - the camera that shows you how to capture stunning shots with ease. Less
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Key Features   
Digital Zoom 5.6x Without Digital Zoom
Camera Type Standard Point and Shoot SLR/Professional
Weight 0.81 lb. 1.07 lb.
LCD Screen Size 2.5 in. 3 in.
Resolution 7.4 Megapixel 10.8 Megapixel
Optical Zoom 18x -
Features - Image Stabilization
Image Quality   
Camera Resolution 7.4 Megapixel 10.8 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type CCD CCD
Image Resolutions 640 x 640 • 3072 x 2048 • 2560 x 1920 • 2304 x 1728 • 2048 x 1536 • 1600 x 1200 • 1280 x 960 • 1024 x 768 • 3072 x 2304 3872 x 2592 • 2896 x 1944 • 1936 x 1296
Video   
Video Resolutions 320 x 240 • 640 x 480 (VGA) -
Video Format AVI AVI
Video Speed 30 fps -
Lens   
Interchangeable Lens Not Interchangeable Lenses Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom 18x -
Focus Type Autofocus & Manual Focus -
Macro Focus Range 3.94 in. to Infinity (w) / 47.24 in. to Infinity (t) -
35mm Zoom Lens 28 - 504 mm -
Focus Range 3.94 in. to Infinity (w) / 47.24 in. to Infinity (t) -
Exposure Control   
Aperture Range f2.8/f4.5 (w/t) -
Shutter Speed 15 - 1/2000 sec 30 - 1/4000 sec
Frames Per Second 15 Frames 3 Frames
White Balance Auto • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Overcast (Preset) Auto • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Incandescent (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset)
Flash   
Flash Functions Flash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync -
Flash Type Built-In -
ISO Speeds Auto • 50 • 100 • 200 • 400 • 800 • 1600 • 3200 • 5000 Auto • 100 • 1600 • 3200
Storage   
Memory Type Built-in • xD Picture Card SD Card • SDHC Card
Compression Type JPEG • DCF JPEG • Raw Image • DPOF • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0
Compression Modes Normal • Uncompressed -
Built-in Memory Size 20 MB -
Included Features   
Self Timer 2 Sec. • 12 Sec. 2 Sec. • 5 Sec. • 10 Sec. • 20 Sec.
Tripod Mount - With Tripod Mount
Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone -
Viewfinder / Display   
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position -
Viewfinder Digital -
LCD Screen Resolution 230,000 pixels -
Interfaces   
Video Interface Video Out -
Interface Type USB 2.0 USB 2.0
Power Supply   
Battery Type 4 x AA Batteries Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
System Requirements   
Operating System Apple Mac OS 9 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows Vista -
Dimensions   
Weight 0.81 lb. 1.07 lb.
Depth 3.1 in. 2.52 in.
Height 3.1 in. 3.82 in.
Width 4.6 in. 4.96 in.
Miscellaneous   
UPC 050332225885 0018208916566
Product ID 40419649 88018753
Included Accessories 4 x AA Batteries • Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Neck Strap Software • USB Cable • Driver • Battery Charger • Strap • Li-Ion Rechargable Battery
Release Date March, 2007 August, 2009
Family Line - Nikon D
Product MPN   
MPN SP-550 UltraZoom VBA250AE
 
Consumer Reviews
Olympus SP-550 UZ
Olympus SP-550 UZ Digital Camera
$548.88
Nikon D3000 Body only
Nikon D3000 Body Only Digital Camera
From $259.00

Product Review Summary

3.9
Based on 8 user reviews
75% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

76

Some impressive things, and some disappointments

byshimmertje Mar 10, 2007
19 Helpfuls 20 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Small size, good battery life, good shots can be really clear
Cons Focusing problems, steeper learning curve than competing brands, xD cards are slow
Recommended it? Yes

The specifications of the Olympus SP-550UZ wowed me from day one. I mean, 18x optical zoom? Compact? ISO 5000? And a relatively low price to boot? What's not to like?

Variously, very little, and a lot. The Olympus SP-550UZ is my third Olympus camera, so I consider myself reasonably... Read full review »

7

Great Camera! Very happy with it for the most part

bybarb71302 Sep 30, 2010
13 Helpfuls 14 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Large Zoom<br>Crystal clear photos<br>Many photo modes<br>Easy to...
Cons NONE
Recommended it? Yes

We got this camera 3 years ago and it is still going strong. I have even dropped it by accident a couple of times in fear but it didnt damage anything at all and it still works great. It has 7.1 megapixels which is decent. We paid $400 for this camera and I feel the money was well spent. The 8X... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.4
Based on 23 user reviews
87% recommend this product
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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1 star
Pros
  • Excellent Picture Quality (14)
  • Easy to Use (14)
  • Quality Construction (7)
  • Great Design (7)
  • Lightweight (5)
  • Compact (5)
  • Rich Features (2)
  • Quality lens (1)
  • Nice Screen (1)
  • Good Value (1)
Cons
  • Bulky (5)
  • Bad in Low Light (4)
  • Heavy (4)
  • Overpriced (3)
  • Short Battery Life (2)
  • Shutter Lag (2)
  • no digital zoom (1)
  • expensive (1)
  • Difficult to Use (1)
  • LOTS of red eye (1)
Good For
  • Travel (9)
  • Everyday Use (9)
  • Outdoors (7)
  • Home (5)
  • Gifts (3)
  • Office (3)
  • Portraits (2)
  • Action (2)
  • Professionals (2)
  • pictures to put on Websites (2)
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Consumer Reviews

5

great camera

byjfraley10 Oct 25, 2010
Helpful? 1 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Easy to Use, Excellent Picture Quality
Cons None submitted
Recommended it? Yes

Nikon makes some of the worlds best cameras. this is one is no different. it has very high quality parts, and a durable construction. although i fear to bring it along for vacations i know if i did i would have a ton of fantastic pictures to share with my friends. Read full review »

2

great camera and awesome brand

byJamielynn.C Oct 17, 2010
Helpful? 1 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Easy to Use, Excellent Picture Quality
Cons Shutter Lag
Recommended it? Yes

I love the pictures that this camera takes. Great quality and I would recommend it to anyone. It is very professional and the pictures are very clear Read full review »

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