Canon N100 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon N100 vs Olympus SP-565UZ, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the SP-565UZ (10MP) is very similar but the N100 (1/1.7") and SP-565UZ (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The N100 was manufactured 5 years later than the SP-565UZ and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the N100 grades versus the SP-565UZ with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N100 & Olympus SP-565UZ. The entire galleries are available at Canon N100 Gallery & Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon N100 features exterior measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Olympus SP-565UZ has proportions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the N100 against the SP-565UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the N100 and SP-565UZ is 89 and 72 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the N100 and SP-565UZ.

Plainly, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The N100 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon N100 will offer extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern N100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.