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Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
28
Overall
32
Canon PowerShot SD980 IS front
 
Olympus SP-565UZ front
Portability
72
Imaging
33
Features
32
Overall
32

Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Key Specs

Canon SD980 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 150g - 100 x 53 x 23mm
  • Released August 2009
  • Other Name is Digital IXUS 200 IS
Olympus SP-565UZ
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
  • 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
  • Launched January 2009
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Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Overview

Below, we are analyzing the Canon SD980 IS versus Olympus SP-565UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the SP-565UZ (10MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD980 IS was introduced 8 months after the SP-565UZ which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SD980 IS matches up against the SP-565UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD980 IS over the Olympus SP-565UZ

 SD980 IS SP-565UZ 
LaunchedAugust 2009January 2009More modern by 8 months
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Canon SD980 IS

 SP-565UZ SD980 IS 
Focus manually Very precise focus

Common features in the Canon SD980 IS and Olympus SP-565UZ

 SD980 IS SP-565UZ 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SD980 IS enjoys physical measurements of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-565UZ has measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

See the Canon SD980 IS versus Olympus SP-565UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SD980 IS versus the SP-565UZ.

Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SD980 IS and SP-565UZ is 95 and 72 respectively.

Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ top view buttons comparison

Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SD980 IS and SP-565UZ.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SD980 IS to provide more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern SD980 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ sensor size comparison

Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD980 IS Portrait photography information
Olympus SP-565UZ Portrait photography information
21
no manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
39
manual focus
saves RAW formats
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Canon SD980 IS Street photography highlights
Olympus SP-565UZ Street photography highlights
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
56
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Canon SD980 IS Sports photography info
Olympus SP-565UZ Sports photography info
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
33
great zoom range (26-520mm 20.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SD980 IS
Travel photography with Olympus SP-565UZ
58
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
52
built-in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
great reach (520mm)
lack of Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD980 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus SP-565UZ as a Landscape photography camera
38
reasonably wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
40
manual focus
reasonably wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.5")
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD980 IS as a Vlogging camera
Olympus SP-565UZ as a Vlogging camera
31
reasonably wide (24mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic support
24
reasonably wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of microphone support
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Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus SP-565UZ Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD980 IS and Olympus SP-565UZ
 Canon PowerShot SD980 ISOlympus SP-565UZ
General Information
Make Canon Olympus
Model type Canon PowerShot SD980 IS Olympus SP-565UZ
Otherwise known as Digital IXUS 200 IS -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-08-19 2009-01-15
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 4 -
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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 80 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 9 143
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-120mm (5.0x) 26-520mm (20.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/2.8-4.5
Macro focusing distance 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 secs 1 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/3000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 6.50 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
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 150 grams (0.33 pounds) 413 grams (0.91 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 53 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 30
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 18.7
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.1
DXO Low light rating not tested 68
Other
Battery ID NB-6L 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (12 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus xD Picture Card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing - $400