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Olympus SP-590

Features

• 26x wide optical zoom (26-676mm in 35mm format)
• Dual Image Stabilisation (combines mechanical and digital image stabilisation)
• High-speed 10fps sequence shooting
• P/A/S/M exposure modes for creative freedom
• High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology incorporated for viewing images in high definition quality on HDMI compatible HD TVs.
• 12 Megapixels
• Advanced Face Detection of up to 16 persons for perfectly focused and exposed faces. In combination with Shadow Adjustment Technology other main parts of the picture are also correctly exposed
• 6.9cm/2.7" HyperCrystal II LCD with a bright display even in brilliant sunlight and at extreme angles (230,000 dots)
• Built-in flash and wireless flash control directly from the camera body
• Liven up your memories with movie recording with sound (up to VGA resolution at 30fps)
• xD-Picture Card and microSD Card compatible

Design and Ergonomics

With Dimensions of 110.1 x 89.7 x 91.0 mm and a weight of 435g (not including battery and card) the Olympus SP-590UZ has a large 2.7” HyperCrystal II LCD which displays in 230k pixels and is easy to view even in brilliant sunlight.

the Olympus SP-590UZ has a curved, jutted out handle for extra comfort and grip during shooting. Navigation buttons are set out in a circular, four-way pad for quick and easy access.

39 available languages make the camera menus comprehensible for nearly everyone and dioptric correction means those wearing glasses can also comfortably use the viewfinder.

Lens and Image Quality

The 26x wide optical zoom (equivalent to 26-676mm on a 35mm camera) lets you makes it easy to get impressive close-up shots from far away and the wide angle of view lets you shoot more of the scene in a single image. With 12 megapixels, you can achieve 10x13 inch prints with greater enlargement possible for banner size prints.

Key Features

Dual Image Stabilisation compensates for camera shake to ensure the sharpest images possible, even at the tele end of the focal range.
Advanced Face Detection Technology recognises the faces of subjects for perfect focus and exposure, while Shadow Adjustment Technology ensures optimal contrast in images.
With Multiple Exposure mode, two images can be combined to create an overlapped composite photo, and Beauty Mode automatically smoothes the skin of subjects to make the skin tone of faces appear more even and vibrant.

With 18 shooting modes to choose from, the SP-590UZ offers full manual control for maximum flexibility including P/A/S/M exposure modes ensure that those seeking to give their creativity free rein are catered for and Perfect Shot Preview which lets you preview the effects of a particular setting on the LCD before actually taking the shot.

Moreover, numerous options exist for getting the lighting perfect: in addition to the built-in flash, the SP-590UZ is also capable of remotely controlling the Olympus FL-50R and FL-36R wireless flash units – thereby opening up completely new photographic possibilities.

Compatibility

Memory: xD-Picture Card and microSD Card compatible, 22 MB internal memory
Connectivity: DC input, Combined A/V & USB output, USB 2.0 High Speed,HDMI™
Battery: 4x AA Batteries

In The Box

Lens Cap, Neck strap, Instruction Manual, World Wide Warranty Card, 4x AA Batteries, CB-AVC3 (Audio/Video cable), CB-USB6 (USB Cable), OLYMPUS Master 2 (Software CD-ROM), MASD-1 (microSD attachment)