Product Description

This solid and elegant compact camera combines a slew of advanced manual functions with the perfect compliment of easy, automatic choices to deliver superb performance day or night. From one-touch printing and 30 shooting modes to customizable settings, there's a comfort level for just about anyone who picks it up. With 8 Megapixel high-resolution still imaging and VGA movie modes, the SP-350 leaves room for your creative potential. In addition to its built-in multimode electronic-flash, this camera has a hot-shoe for adding an Optional external electronic-flash model. The Lens can accept optional teleconversion and wide-angle adapters. It's a very special camera for the every event of your life. A threaded barrel and hot shoe allow for the addition of a conversion lens or an external flash. 3x Optical Zoom 8.0 - 24.0mm (38 - 114mm equivalent in 35mm photography), 5xdigital-zoom 2.5 Color LCD / Viewfinder Optical viewfinder Focus Range Normal/Macro Mode - Wide - 7.9 - infinity (0.2m- infinity) Tele - 11.8 - infinity (0.3m - infinity) Super Macro Mode - 0.8 - infinity (2cm - infinity) / Focus Mode iESP auto, Spot AF, Selective AF target, Manual 30 shooting modes - AUTO, Program Auto, A, S, M, My mode, Scene Preset (Portrait, Landscape, Landscape + Portrait, Night Scene, Sport, Night + Portrait, Indoor, Candle, Self-Portrait, Available Light Portrait, Sunset, Fireworks, Museum, Behind Glass, Cuisine, Documents, Auction, Shoot&Select1, Shoot&Select2, Beach, Snow, Underwater wide1, Underwater wide2, Underwater macro) Panorama option Size 3.92W x 2.56H x 1.38 D / Weight 6.6 ounces

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #11945 in Camera & Photo
• Brand: Olympus
• Model: 225715
• Released on: 2005-10-15
• Dimensions: 3.90" h x 5.50" w x 7.40" l, 1.50 pounds
• Display size: 2.5

Features

• 8.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
• 3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display
• Add optional conversion lenses to the camera's threaded barrels (not included); hot shoe attachment accepts external flashes
• 30 selectable shooting modes, including 27 creative scene options
• Powered by CRV3 battery (included) or two AA-size batteries; stores images on xD-Picture Cards

From the Manufacturer
For outstanding image quality and advanced features, SP series delivers the power and versatility you want. Start with 8.0 megapixels, then enjoy the view with the large 2.5-inch LCD, the feel with a traditional ergonomic grip, and Easy Print one-touch printing to any PictBridge-enabled printer. Full manual and Automatic settings let you or the camera assume control. 30 selectable shooting modes mean you're ready for any situation. Add Olympus conversion lenses to the camera's threaded barrels or an external flash to the SP-350's hot shoe. Our exclusive TruePic TURBO Image Processor helps you capture more of what you see--and gives you the quality images you expect.

8.0 Megapixels
This 8.0-megapixel camera features a 3x optical and Olympus precision-crafted lenses to help you capture high-quality images with subtle detail--up close or at a distance.

2.5-Inch LCD
The large LCD helps you view and share images during shooting and playback.

Easy Print
One-button printing from the camera to any PictBridge-enabled printer (including the Olympus P-11).

Full Manual and Automatic Control
Whether you're feeling creative or prefer the camera to handle things, you have the power to decide.

30 Selectable Shooting Modes
Simply turn the dial and select the desired shooting mode from 27 creative scene options--including landscape, portrait, indoor, night scene, candle, or fireworks.

Expanded Capabilities
As your needs change, add conversion lenses to the camera's threaded barrels. The SP-350 even has a hot shoe to attach external flashes for photo ops with challenging lighting conditions. The camera can be taken on your scuba vacation with the optional underwater housings. (Not included; must be purchased separately.)

TruePic TURBO Image Processor
Olympus' exclusive built-in technology enables smoother, more accurate images with accelerated startup and shutter release times.

QuickTime Movie Mode with Audio
Bring your pictures to life, then e-mail them to family and friends.

What's in the Box
Olympus SP-350 digital camera, strap, multi-connector for USB and AV, CR-V3 battery, basic instruction manual, quick start guide, warranty card, CD ROM: Olympus Master Software, and advanced manual

Customer Reviews

Dissapointed
After owning a few digital cameras, I decided to go with the Olympus SP350 mainly because of all the great reviews it's gotten. I have two small children and the most important feature that I look for in a digital camera is the shutter speed as I like to take lots of candid photos of my kids. I could not do that with the Olympus. Every time I got ready to take a photo the time for the shutter to go off was extremely slow thereby losing the chance to take a great picture. The battery life is quite limited. It would drain after taking several pictures. In summary, although the camera took nice photos it was just not the one for me and if you have young kids and like to take consecutive candid photos of them, I suggest that you spend a few hundred dollars and buy a digital SLR camera. I bought the EOS Canon RebelXT and I have not been happier. The shutter speed is excellent and the battery last for days.

Camera is really durable!
I have had this camera for over a year now. A few months after I got it, I had an issue where the lense wouldn't extend. There was a jam, so I sent it back to Olympus and it was repaired. It took them 5 days to inspect it and repair it, since then I have had NO problems with this camera. My husband actually dropped it the other week from a height of about 5ft 4inches (he is 6ft 4 and was getting ready to take a picture) and the camera still works GREAT! My only complaint is how fast it does go through batteries. We have 8 sets of Energizer 2500 mAH rechargeables, and we need every one of them.

good bargain
i've always liked olympus cameras, and this one did not disappoint. this model has since been discontinued, but there are still a few available if you look. the price is right, the performance is typical Olympus. point and shoot ease, but enuf bells and whistles to keep your interest.