Olympus D560 3.2 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

Olympus D560 3.2 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom Review

I've had my camera for a bit over 4 years now, and it still works great. I know the problem that the previous person has had, but I figured out how to fix it somehow (probably something with the batteries). This camera takes 2 double A batteries and I use the rechargable ones. However, the batteries don't have much life in them after a year and run out of juice pretty fast so I always have to bring lots of spares (think like 3 replacement sets for an event where you take lots of pics).

It does take video, but the quality isn't worth it for the 60 seconds you get. There is no sound recorded for the video.

The best thing I can say about this camera is that if you know how to use it well, it takes really good quality pictures. Get familiar with the different settings and learn how to control what the camera does, and with that I'd argue it is almost as good as my friend's 0 camera for sheer beauty of pictures. The only glitch is I hate the flash. I just don't tend to like pictures with flash anyways, I like the more yellowy natural light look. I also tend to have a problem with red-eye with regular flash so I always have to use the red-eye reduction setting to take pics of people. This camera also comes with a panorama setting which works well with the program that comes with it (with some practice).

I really like how you don't need a card reader to download your pics onto your computer - the USB cable (which is a pretty common cable among electronics) plugs right into the camera port.

Overall a great camera for its current price, great camera overall in my opinion, and a wonderful camera for learning how to take and edit digital photographs!

Olympus D560 3.2 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom Feature

• 3.0 megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 8 x 10 prints and medium-quality prints up to 11 x 14
• 3x optical zoom plus 3.4x digital zoom (10x total)
• Large 1.8-inch LCD; up to 60 seconds of video
• 16 MB XD memory card included
• Powered by 2 AA batteries (alkalines included); connects to PCs and Macs via USB 1.1

Olympus D560 3.2 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom Overview

The D-560 proves you don't have to break the bank to get amazing images. Powerful Olympus optics combines with a 3.2-megapixel CCD for sharp, detailed images you can email and print. A 3x optical zoom lets you move in closer and perfectly frame your subject. Make QuickTime movies. Explore various shooting modes. And reap the rewards of hassle-free downloading with Auto-Connect USB and other great features... all from an affordable and compact camera that's easy to use and enjoy. Nothing's impossible.A high-power, high-quality Olympus 3x optical zoom lens with aspherical glass elements gives you pictures filled with sharp detail. And a 3.4x digital zoom gives you the flexibility of a 10x total seamless zoom. Shoot big images perfect for sharp, detailed prints 8"x 10"and larger, or small images ready to e-mail. Enjoy total photographic flexibility. Portrait mode for enhanced skin tones. Landscape mode for richer blues and greens. Shoot like an expert with four easy-to-use scene programs. From surprise parties to last-minute getaways, the small and stylish D-560 Zoom commands attention everywhere it goes. An exclusive Olympus technology that creates every image using every pixel, so even pictures shot at low-resolution settings are sharp and clear. Nearly any computer with a USB port will recognize the D-560 Zoom and connect automatically. No software. No hassle. With the D-560 Zoom, you're always ready to shoot a video that's easy to e-mail or watch on almost any TV. The hula dance never looked so good. The camera is featuring multi-mode flash, auto white balance and an intuitive menu navigation system. Panorama, sequence and 2-in-1 picture modes. The D-560 Zoom is packed with the most innovative features for the most beautiful photos.

Olympus D560 3.2 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom Specifications

Dive into the world of digital photography with the easy-to-use Olympus Camedia D-560. Following in the footsteps of the D-550, the new D-560 offers a redesigned body that's more sleek and compact as well as a higher resolution CCD sensor (3.2 megapixels) for print enlargements up to 11 x 14 inches.

Optics and Resolution
Featuring a 3.2-megapixel CCD sensor, the D-560 delivers image detail up to 2048 x 1536 pixels. The Olympus aspherical glass 3x zoom lens (5.8-17.4mm, or 25-105mm equivalency in 35mm photography) also offers a 3.4x digital zoom for a 10x total.

The C-560 also features Olympus TruePic technology, which optimizes the image information captured on the CCD before the data is saved by using the brightness and color information of the neighboring pixels when processing the pixel data. This leads to digital pictures that set standards for picture sharpness, contrast, true colors, and gradation.

Storage and Transfer
The included 16 MB XD memory card will store approximately 20 images captured at 2048 x 1536 pixels in HQ mode. Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB connectivity, which means it can be connected to any USB-based Windows Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software.

Movie Mode
In movie mode, the C-560 captures continuous video (with no sound) at 15 frames per second in two formats: 320 x 240 (up to 15 seconds) or 160 x 120 pixels (up to 60 seconds). The QuickTime Motion JPEG format offers a limited resolution, which is great for capturing a short movie that can be e-mailed to friends and family, but is no replacement for a true camcorder.

More Features

• 1.8-inch color TFT (transreflective) LCD screen for reviewing and editing images.
• Built-in flash with auto, red-eye reduction, fill in, and slow synch modes.
• Four scene program modes including Portrait, Landscape, Night Scene, and Self-Portrait.
• Stitch up to 10 frames to create a panorama effect with Camedia Master software when using Olympus brand XD memory cards.
• Four scene program modes and manual white balance settings (daylight, overcast, tungsten, and fluorescent)

Power, Size, and Contents
The camera is powered by two AA batteries (included); rechargeable AA-size NiMH batteries are. It measures 4.4 x 2.4 x 1.6 inches and weighs 5.8 ounces. This package includes the Camedia D-560 digital camera, 16 MB XD memory card, batteries, USB and A/V cables, wrist strap, and CD-ROM with Camedia Master imaging software and USB drivers for Windows and Mac.

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