Comments on: Olympus SP-590UZ

By: Richard

Richard — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:51:46 +0000

After only a brief look and quick testing, I am not impressed with the overall construction, seems cheap.
However when the batteries and card are installed it seems a little sturdier. I will test the Pictures tomorrow in daylight.
I do like the fact one can use the miniSD with and adaptor. I have the option of returning it if not completely satisfied.
I had found the Nikon P90 better constructed, but lacking in great nite shots. I guess one has to weigh all the options. More later when I can work on all the Menu and all that the 590 has to offer.
My Dealer tells me that the 590 is now in limited supply and may soon be replaced. I got one of the last 1 of 2 he had in the store, and got a great price.
Richard.

By: Richard

Richard — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:41:56 +0000

Ho Rob.
I was unable to see your pictures. I had the nikon P90 but after vacation I took it back as the night shots were terrible. Even with T/pod. Day shots were fantastic.
I am picking up a 590UZ today and try it for a week. I went to the site you mentioned but could not locate your pictures.
A reply ASAP would be appreciated.
Richard.

By: Rob

Rob — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:47:26 +0000

I’ve owned the sp-590uz for several months. If you want to see the results of the 26x zoom, then look at wikipedia for taj mahal, and find my picture of the finial on the top. This was taken without a tripod and I wasn’t even leaning against anything. You can not only read the lettering, you can see all the shadows and it has good tonal qualities. PHENOMENAL!! I also use the in-camera panorama feature a lot. I will never buy another camera without in-camera panorama. 26mm is nice, and 24mm would be better, but for me, the panorama feature lets me get all the pictures I really want to take. It works vertically (think redwood trees in Muir Woods) or horizontally. In the camera, there are two modes to combine the pictures. There is also a “combine in computer” mode that allows for all sorts of combining possibilities. The only thing I really wish were easier to launch and use is manual focus. It’s practically useless, but I’m still considering a E-P2, only it will have a focus ring on the lens. I’m stuck on Olympus at this point. I have an E550, bulky but good at everything and this one. I’m probably going to get a Stylus 9000, which is what I was waiting for when I finally saw the SP 590UZ and bought it, despite the size. Olympus Master 2 software is pretty good, very easy to transfer files, and good with its panorama feature.

If you’re not a panorama shooter, don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. You used to have to buy special cards with the panorama feature enabled, but that is no longer the case for Olympus’ recent offerings.

By: tomb

tomb — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 19:16:07 +0000

Just bought the sp-590uz and for the life of me can’t get it zoom to what I would think is 26x. Any ideas?

By: canixy

canixy — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 08:13:13 +0000

The Best Optical Zoom, 26x optical zoom 26-676mm is nice. i like my body is smooth and smart camera.

By: Alycia

Alycia — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 01:51:22 +0000

Hello, I am an amature interested in photography and bought a Canon rebel XT did not have the time to learn how to use it or the money to purchase the lens I wanted to zoom and so forth. Now I have sold this camera I am looking to purchase a point and shoot here are my choices for the zoom features and macro also want durable and light weight if possible: Nikon P90, Canon XS10, or the Panansonic FZ28. Can someone please help me decide which one is the best buy. Thanks

By: Jeff

Jeff — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:57:35 +0000

Update on my purchase of Canon SX10 IS: I took the camera to southwestern Florida in April and hit many bird photo hotspots. Spent up to a full day shooting almost the whole day. I am very pleased with the camera. This is my first superzoom point and shoot. Before, I shot with a DSLR and, for packing light, a Konica-Minolta A200, which was a nice camera. However, the SX10 is much more capable then the A200, which is much older. I enjoyed not using or needing a tripod! The only problem: manual focus doesn’t work really well.

I used rechargeable NiMH AA batteries in the camera, taking a spare set of four with me every day.. They worked fine- got several hundred shots off a fully-charged set. I recommend the SX10. For the price, I don’t think it can be bettered. I’m sure the new Olympus and Nikon superzooms are great, also. Happy shooting to all.

By: Borgward

Borgward — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 09:43:54 +0000

I got myself a UZ590 as a replacement for my trusty C700 UZ 1.2 megapixels. I considered a Nikon D60 but it was a bit complicated for me. I am impressed with the UZ590, it was a steep learning curve but a great upgrade.
A great camera, as close a a ‘mug’ photographer like me cares to go to a DSLR, maybe later.
Many more features than my old camera, but lots more flexibility too, timelapse, 15 second shutter opening, face detection, improved landscape ability, the list goes on.
Recommended.

By: JapanDave

JapanDave — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 11:43:22 +0000

I have narrowed down my camera buy list to 3 cameras: This one, the Canon Powershot SX10 IS, or the Canon Powershot G10. I’m upgrading from a 3 year old Olympus FE-140 so really any of these models would be quite an upgrade. The G10 is kind of a different animal, so just comparing the two superzooms, which would you guys recommend?

By: Richard

Richard — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:30:41 +0000

Robert.
Just a Comment, I too am an Olympus fan, but check out the Nikon P90 as I mentioned above. It has MOST of what the 590 has and is much less expensive. It also has a rechargable battery the lithium en-el5, a very dependable battery.
I am totaly Pleased with this Camera.
Richard.