What kind of camera is this.
May 18, 2012 14:21:40 #
oldmalky
Loc: West Midlands,England.
When i bought this camera i had never heard the description point and shoot or bridge or DSLR i just bought a camera.
It is a Olympus SP-500UZ it has 21 scenes P S A M and my (my settings) auto and video, I was rarely able to get a sharp picture or a quick pic as pressing half way down to focus meant the moment was gone,I have tried the scenes and it does a good photograph I can also put lenses on there as it has an adapter, I believe it came out in 2005 I have since bought a Sony Alpha a200. So how is it described.
It is a Olympus SP-500UZ it has 21 scenes P S A M and my (my settings) auto and video, I was rarely able to get a sharp picture or a quick pic as pressing half way down to focus meant the moment was gone,I have tried the scenes and it does a good photograph I can also put lenses on there as it has an adapter, I believe it came out in 2005 I have since bought a Sony Alpha a200. So how is it described.
May 18, 2012 17:36:54 #
oldmalky wrote:
When i bought this camera i had never heard the de... (show quote)
Just Google it. See: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/olympussp500uz
May 18, 2012 17:42:12 #
May 19, 2012 07:39:12 #
oldmalky
Loc: West Midlands,England.
Yes thats the one,I did a google before i posted the question it gave lots of info but never told me what it was.
May 19, 2012 09:11:59 #
A bridge camera is one that is programable but the lenses are fixed and not interchangable.
May 19, 2012 09:11:59 #
I believe your camera is considered a "Bridge" camera because it has "A" "S" "P" & "M" settings. Google "Bridge camera defineation" & check out the Wikipedia for more detail. Hope this helps.
May 19, 2012 09:21:37 #
sirlensalot
Loc: Arizona
UZ designation is ultra zoom. If memory serves correctly, it had mixed reviews.
May 19, 2012 12:38:54 #
sirlensalot wrote:
UZ designation is ultra zoom. If memory serves correctly, it had mixed reviews.
Lately, Ultra zoom, super zoom, and bridge camera all mean the same thing. Cheers.
May 19, 2012 12:54:07 #
May 19, 2012 13:31:42 #
This is a wonderful camera in its own right. It is not a SLR by any means. I have owned and enjoyed this camera since the year it arrived on the market. Just like all equipment it has to be studied and used over and over. The shutter pause is doable if you half depress which permits focus and A/E preset then it will take a picture quickly. Though not an instant shooter I have taken pictures 1,000s and I love it. I have worn mine nearly out, it is all taped up but usable for a carry along camera for snapshots.
Might I add if you are not going to use it or are possibly looking for a retirement and move on, I could provide it with a good home, if you wish. I have several adapters and Lens for the camera. Here are a couple of photos.
Have a great day and the Cruz down memory lane
Bullfrogs
Might I add if you are not going to use it or are possibly looking for a retirement and move on, I could provide it with a good home, if you wish. I have several adapters and Lens for the camera. Here are a couple of photos.
Have a great day and the Cruz down memory lane
Bullfrogs
Sunset
Sunset Aquas Frias Rd
Close up of Borage
May 19, 2012 14:01:57 #
oldmalky
Loc: West Midlands,England.
bullfrogs wrote:
This is a wonderful camera in its own right. It is... (show quote)
Hello Bullfrogs, I have found this camera very good for macro and have started to use some of the scenes its only auto i have problems with so mostly use the others,I googled bridge cameras by definition and there it was so now i have absolute proof of what it is and the photos are excellent (and im talking yours) so now i have two cameras to use and i will.
May 19, 2012 14:05:33 #
oldmalky
Loc: West Midlands,England.
Oh and thanks to everybody for your input, it was all invaluable.
May 19, 2012 18:45:38 #
bullfrogs wrote:
This is a wonderful camera in its own right. It is... (show quote)
Bravo! Looks like you both did a great job on the three examples you posted.
Dec 6, 2013 07:15:17 #
During a selection interview, a Diploma and Degree course instructor in Photography asked me about my cameras, I told him (amongst others) a Fujifilm "bridge" camera.
He asked "What is a bridge camera?".
The term is/was almost unknown down here.
I was not accepted for the Diploma course.
He asked "What is a bridge camera?".
The term is/was almost unknown down here.
I was not accepted for the Diploma course.
Dec 6, 2013 09:11:52 #
sirlensalot
Loc: Arizona
A close friend bought this camera in 2000. He said he liked the camera regarding size, features, etc., but was less thrilled with the images. He felt it was inconsistent and images a bit grainy. I do know he used almost exclusively on full auto mode, sometimes switching to scene modes. He used it until last year and purchased a Canon T3. He said he liked the Oly camera, but loves the images from the Canon.
Not beating up on Olympus. I have an old Stylus Epic film camera that takes excellent photos. Will never sell it. Perfect pocket camera.
Not beating up on Olympus. I have an old Stylus Epic film camera that takes excellent photos. Will never sell it. Perfect pocket camera.
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