Canon A4000 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ
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Canon A4000 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 95 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Released January 2009

Canon A4000 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Canon A4000 IS and Olympus SP-565UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the A4000 IS (16MP) and SP-565UZ (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A4000 IS was introduced 3 years after the SP-565UZ which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the A4000 IS matches up vs the SP-565UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A4000 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS & Olympus SP-565UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A4000 IS Gallery & Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the Olympus SP-565UZ
A4000 IS | SP-565UZ | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 38 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Canon A4000 IS
SP-565UZ | A4000 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and Olympus SP-565UZ
A4000 IS | SP-565UZ | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon A4000 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A4000 IS has got outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Olympus SP-565UZ has dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A4000 IS and Olympus SP-565UZ in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the A4000 IS versus the SP-565UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A4000 IS and SP-565UZ is 95 and 72 respectively.

Canon A4000 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A4000 IS and SP-565UZ.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon A4000 IS to give you more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger A4000 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon A4000 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Olympus SP-565UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Olympus SP-565UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 143 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-520mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 6.40 m (ISO 200) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145 grams (0.32 lb) | 413 grams (0.91 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 30 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 18.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 68 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 175 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $199 | $400 |