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Kodak M550 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
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Kodak EasyShare M550 front
 
Olympus SP-565UZ front
Portability
72
Imaging
32
Features
32
Overall
32

Kodak M550 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Key Specs

Kodak M550
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F) lens
  • 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
  • Launched January 2010
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
  • Released January 2009
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Kodak M550 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Overview

Let's look much closer at the Kodak M550 vs Olympus SP-565UZ, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the SP-565UZ (10MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M550 was unveiled 12 months later than the SP-565UZ which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the M550 grades against the SP-565UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Olympus SP-565UZ

 M550 SP-565UZ 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2009Fresher by 12 months
Display dimensions2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Kodak M550

 SP-565UZ M550 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus

Common features in the Kodak M550 and Olympus SP-565UZ

 M550 SP-565UZ 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Kodak M550 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Kodak M550 features outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-565UZ has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the M550 versus the SP-565UZ.

Kodak M550 vs Olympus SP-565UZ size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and SP-565UZ is 95 and 72 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Olympus SP-565UZ top view buttons comparison

Kodak M550 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M550 and SP-565UZ.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Kodak M550 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent M550 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak M550 vs Olympus SP-565UZ sensor size comparison

Kodak M550 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M550 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M550 Portrait photography info
Olympus SP-565UZ Portrait photography info
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focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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manual focus
supports RAW formats
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Kodak M550 Street photography information
Olympus SP-565UZ Street photography information
54
lighter than competitors in class (125g)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
max ISO too low (1,000)
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M550 Sports photography info
Olympus SP-565UZ Sports photography info
17
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
32
incredible zoom range (26-520mm 20.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak M550
Travel photography with Olympus SP-565UZ
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lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
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flash built-in
really wide (26mm)
very long reach (520mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M550 Landscape photography factors
Olympus SP-565UZ Landscape photography factors
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pretty wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (1,000)
lacks RAW support
no Timelapse recording
40
manual focus
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.5 inch)
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M550 as a Vlogging camera
Olympus SP-565UZ as a Vlogging camera
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pretty wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competitors in class (125g)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
no microphone support
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really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone port
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Kodak M550 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M550 and Olympus SP-565UZ
 Kodak EasyShare M550Olympus SP-565UZ
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Olympus
Model type Kodak EasyShare M550 Olympus SP-565UZ
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2010-01-05 2009-01-15
Body design 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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1000 6400
Min native ISO 64 64
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 143
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-520mm (20.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.8-4.5
Macro focusing range 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.5"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 1 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 6.40 m (ISO 200)
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125g (0.28 lb) 413g (0.91 lb)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 KLIC-7006 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) Yes (12 or 2 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal xD Picture Card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $119 $400