Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SP-565UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Casio and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and SP-565UZ (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was brought out 4 years later than the SP-565UZ and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-ZR700 matches up vs the SP-565UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Olympus SP-565UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR700 provides external dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus SP-565UZ has sizing of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SP-565UZ in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR700 and the SP-565UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR700 and SP-565UZ is 91 and 72 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR700 and SP-565UZ.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Casio EX-ZR700 to show more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR700 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.