Olympus SP 560 UZ Digital Camera
The Olympus SP 560 UZ is a 8MP 1/2.3 inch compact camera — with 480p video and in-body stabilization. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus SP 560 UZ
Key Features — Olympus SP 560 UZ
18x Optical Zoom Lens: Covers a wide focal range from wide-angle to long telephoto, making it versatile for travel, wildlife, and everyday shooting.
8MP 1/2.3" Sensor: Captures images at up to 3264x2448 pixels, suitable for standard prints and everyday photography.
Dual Image Stabilization: Combines optical lens-based and sensor-shift stabilization to reduce blur from camera shake during handheld shooting.
ISO 50–6400 Range: Broad sensitivity range allows shooting in bright daylight through low-light environments without additional lighting.
High-Speed Burst Mode: High-speed continuous shooting helps capture fast-moving subjects across a sequence of frames.
143-Area Autofocus: Contrast detection AF with 143 selectable areas and face detection gives precise compositional control over focus placement.
Camera Specifications — Olympus SP 560 UZ
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Wildlife, Sports |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch |
| Resolution | 8MP |
| Processor | TruePic III |
| ISO Range | 50 – 6400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | 143 selectable areas |
| Max Photo Resolution | 3264x2448 |
| Burst Rate | 15 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 480p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
Description — Olympus SP 560 UZ
The Olympus SP 560 UZ is a point-and-shoot digital camera built on an 8MP sensor in a 1/2.3-inch format, processed by the TruePic III image processor. Its Dual IS system — combining lens-based stabilization, in-body stabilization, and a digital IS mode — works to minimize the effects of camera shake during handheld shooting. The autofocus system uses contrast detection and face detection AF across 143 selectable areas, offering solid subject-finding capability.
Shooting in bursts is supported at up to 15 fps, and five color profiles — sRGB, Vivid, Natural, Monotone, and Sepia — give photographers in-camera processing options. The 2.5-inch TFT LCD with 230,000 dots resolution serves as the primary framing tool, complemented by an electronic viewfinder for eye-level shooting. The camera's ISO 50–6400 range covers low-light scenarios, while the built-in pop-up flash and external flash support via proprietary port round out the lighting options.
Weighing 365g and measuring 116 x 78.5 x 78 mm, the SP 560 UZ is a capable compact camera for everyday photography.
Pros — Olympus SP 560 UZ
- ✓Wide ISO range of 50–6400 provides flexibility in varied lighting situations
- ✓Dual IS system combines lens-based and in-body stabilization for reduced camera shake
- ✓Impressive burst mode capability of up to 15 fps for fast-moving subjects
Cons — Olympus SP 560 UZ
- ✗Video limited to 480p at 30fps, which falls well short of HD recording
- ✗No weather sealing, making the camera vulnerable in wet or dusty conditions
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity for wireless image transfer
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