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Olympus SP-500 UZ

Reviewed November 2005

Our Opinion

 Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 6 megapixel
• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities

Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.		 9 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 9
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.		 8 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 9
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.		 9 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.		 8
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.		 7 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.		 9
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption — (with rechargeable batteries)
 8 Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
 10
Total: 8.2 Total: 9

Positives

Negatives
  • Very good image quality.
  • Excellent colour rendition.
  • Big 10X optical zoom.
  • Very good lens.
  • Complete set of shooting modes.
  • RAW format.
  • Compact and light to carry.
  • Large 2.5-inch LCD monitor.
  • High definition EVF.
  • No optical stabilization.
  • Poorly designed viewfinder eyecup and no diopter correction.
  • EVF refresh rate lower than monitor's.
  • RAW format needs better software support.

Approximate Retail Price: (November 2005)
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Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion




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