Olympus SP-320 7.1MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.5 x 3.8 inches ; 1.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000EBLAB8
• Item model number: SP-320
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #6,908 in Camera & Photo (See Bestsellers in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: January 26, 2006

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The 7.1-megapixel SP-320 digital camera from Olympus introduces state-of-the-art features that enable photographers of all skill levels to express their creative visions. With the convenience of over 30 shooting modes or the option of using manual settings for more creative control, the SP-320 is a highly versatile camera with superb ergonomic design, powerful enough for the advanced user yet simple enough for a beginner to capture incredible images. Available add-on accessory lenses, flashes, and underwater housing further expand the photographic options of the SP-320.

7.1-Megapixel Image Sensor for Superior Image Quality
The 7.1-megapixel CCD image sensor inside the SP-320 delivers high-quality images that are consistently sharp and vivid even in large-format prints--up to poster sizes as large as 16 by 20 inches.

High-Quality Olympus Lens Elements
Olympus photos are known worldwide for sharp, vibrant image quality. This is achieved through a number of key technologies, such as Olympus's high-refractive-index aspherical lens elements, designed specifically for digital cameras. The lens provides the equivalent of 38 to 114mm focal length, f2.8 to f4.9 in 35mm photography, with 15x combined total zoom (3x optical and 5x digital) to bring the action closer, and a Super Macro Mode that captures the most subtle details from as close as 0.8 inches (2 centimeters).

The large 2.5-inch LCD can double as a picture viewer-- perfect for sharing pictures on the fly.

Large 2.5-Inch LCD
Composing and reviewing images is far easier when you don't have to strain. The 115,000-pixel anti-glare LCD enables you to view images in large and vivid detail. Now you don't have to download and print images each time you want to share them--you can treat your friends and family to a slide show right on the back of your camera.

Full Manual and Automatic Control
The Manual, Aperture Priority, and Shutter Priority modes give users versatility and control for optimal performance in any situation. Users can express their creative vision--adjusting the f-stop for detailed portraits with softened backgrounds, or slowing the exposure speed to create the blurred effect of motion--or just sit back and let the camera do the work with the automatic settings.

Digital Image Stabilization Mode
The SP-320 features Digital Image Stabilization Mode for capturing crisp, clear pictures--free from the blur sometimes caused by camera shake or moving subjects--with high ISO sensitivity and fast shutter speed.

Selectable Shooting Modes
The SP-320 makes it easy to capture great images in a variety of lighting situations with 31 preprogrammed shooting modes, such as Night Scene, Indoor, Portrait, Beach, Snow, or Auction. And with its QuickTime Movie Mode, the camera can record VGA-quality movies of any length.

Accessory Lenses and Flashes for Expanded Capabilities
Olympus's SP-series cameras feature a threaded barrel, which enables easy attachment of add-on wide-angle or telephoto conversion lenses for even more creative control. Compatible accessory lenses include the WCON-07F wide-angle lens, which enables a wider field of view (26.6mm equivalent) for shooting skylines, landscapes, or group shots, and the TCON-17F telephoto conversion lens, which extends the camera's magnification capability by 1.7 times (196mm equivalent) for bringing subjects dramatically closer--great for shooting sports events, concerts, or wildlife. (Additional lenses not included--must be purchased separately.)

TruePic TURBO for High-Speed Response
Olympus's exclusive TruePic TURBO Image Processor enhances image quality and delivers faster overall processing speeds for rapid startup, shutter release and playback. TruePic TURBO enable the cameras to capture information with pixel "micro-smoothing" that delivers clearer and more color-accurate photos, even at lower resolutions. The fast startup of less than one second and nearly instant shutter release time ensure a high-speed response, so you'll always be ready to take great pictures.

PictBridge Enabled--No Computer Necessary!
The power of PictBridge technology allows photos to be printed directly from the camera to any PictBridge-enabled printer without using a computer. And the new one-touch printing button makes printing a single-step process. Printing and sharing images has never been easier!

In-Camera Editing
With in-camera editing features such as Red-Eye Fix, resizing, color, brightness and saturation adjustments, and frame and title addition, users can edit photos right in their camera. Simple image touch-ups are quick and easy without the hassle of a PC.

Style and Ergonomics
With the new SP-series cameras, Olympus returns to the traditional compact appearance of its range-finder cameras. At a compact size of just 3.9 by 2.6 by 1.4 inches (W x H x D) and weighing less than 7 ounces, the SP-320 tucks away easily into a pocket or backpack. And the ergonomic grip makes it easy to hold and steady the camera with one hand for fast and easy shooting.

Underwater Photography
The PT-030 underwater housing is created specially for the SP-series camera--so you can take your camera with you on your underwater excursions. The large 2.5-inch premium size LCD, compact body size, and three underwater scene modes make it the perfect camera to take along diving.

Easy USB Autoconnect
Connecting the camera to a computer is easy with the USB Autoconnect feature, which connects directly via USB 2.0 cable and requires no software.

Olympus Master Software
Olympus Master software provides the ultimate in digital imaging management. An intuitive user interface makes downloading to your computer quick and simple, and images are searchable by date or keyword in the Calendar View. And with one-click editing tools, such as red-eye removal, images can be touched up before printing or e-mailing. Online support, templates, firmware upgrades, and other user services are just a click away.

Product Description

Take great photos with convenient automatic settings or tap into your creative side with full manual controls. Digital Image Stabilization Mode puts an end to blurry images resulting from camera shake or fast-moving subjects. QuickTime Movie Mode turns moments into exciting, VGA-quality videos ready to share on the bright, 2.5" LCD. Capture images in JPEG or RAW file formats. The SP-320's slim, ergonomic design is packed with these and many other amazing options for superior digital photography performance and versatility.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

42 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Dream!, March 17, 2006

By	F. Roberts (Central Arizona) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The Olympus SP-320 is a dream to use. I especially like the stabilization program since I don't have a tripod. The ultra large 2.5 inch LCD is easy on the eyes. Also, the gray color of the body doesn't stand out like the silver bodies on other digital cameras. Only drawbacks are that it only comes with a wrist strap, not a neck strap, and the manual is on CD, which you load on your computer. This is an inconvenience when you need to refer to the manual and your "manual" is at home on your computer. All and all, I would rate the SP-320 *****. Much better than my HP digital camera!

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Get one, June 5, 2006

By	B. Skjerven - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I love this camera. My fiancee and I have been arguing over what camera to buy, and this was the perfect one for both of us. I still do a lot of amateur B&W photography, and I like having control over my old 35mm Canon, so I wanted the same control in our digital camera. With this Olympus I can control everything (ISO, aperture, shutter, etc.). Granted, it's not the same as some of the digital SLR's on the market, but you still have a lot of control. My fiancee likes it because it has a very user friendly navigation and the automatic settings. Olympus has a nice Guide feature will explain most of the items within a menu (e.g., it tells you the differences between all the different shooting modes). Another thing I really like about this camera is that it has some "meat" to it. With every other camera I picked up in the store I felt like I was going to break it by just holding it. Call me old-fashioned, but some of the new cameras are just so tiny it's almost uncomfortable to shoot with. Don't take this to mean that this camera is a monster...it's not. It's still very compact and light, and it fits comfortably in my big hands. As for the automatic features, they're great (I even like using them). There are a lot of shooting modes to pick from. It has the standard Landscape, Sport, Night, Fireworks, etc. (the stuff you'll use) and a few you might not (I can't imagine using the Cuisine shooting mode, but it's there!). The image stabilization feature really works, too. I compared pictures with my old digital Nikon and the Olympus...wow. Of course, there's a difference of about 3 megapixels, but I can see a difference in how blurry the pictures are. The only hang-ups I have about this camera (which are pretty minor) are the size of the memory cards (they're about the size of a Listerine square, so I worry about losing them) and the optical zoom. The zoom works fine, I just wish it was more like 4x or 5x, but that more a money issue than anything.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Unbeatable features for the price., July 6, 2006

By	D. Lin "MTN BKR" (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I'm no expert in digital photography (I'm still most comfortable using my old Nikon F2), but after doing a bit of research on lower-end digital cameras, I decided to take a chance on this one. Because it was released only in the spring of this year, there are virtually no professional reviews and only a handful (albeit very positive, like the ones here) of user reviews. However, this camera is simply unbeatable on paper - I'm amazed that there are so many features crammed in.

After picking up the camera on sale at Circuit City for $190, I can say that it's lived up to Olympus' claims thus far. I love that I can choose full manual control, full auto mode, or everything in between. Picture quality appears to be good although I can't give a verdict until I really put it through its paces. Battery life (I use high-capacity NiMHs) has been pretty decent.

My only real complaint is that although the LCD is large, resolution is only acceptable at best. Overall, I'm very happy with my purchase and would enthusiastically recommend this camera. Amazon doesn't offer the best deal on it, but does seem to have the best price on the 1GB xD card.