Fujifilm S8500 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Below is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 versus Olympus SP-565UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and SP-565UZ (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was manufactured 4 years later than the SP-565UZ and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores versus the SP-565UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Olympus SP-565UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8500 enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-565UZ has dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S8500 versus Olympus SP-565UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 versus the SP-565UZ.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8500 and SP-565UZ is 61 and 72 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8500 and SP-565UZ.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm S8500 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8500 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.