Kodak Z950 vs Olympus SP-565UZ
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Kodak Z950 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 243g - 110 x 67 x 36mm
- Revealed June 2010
(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
- Revealed January 2009

Kodak Z950 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Overview
Below, we are matching up the Kodak Z950 versus Olympus SP-565UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the SP-565UZ (10MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Z950 was launched 18 months later than the SP-565UZ making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Z950 scores versus the SP-565UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak Z950 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Olympus SP-565UZ. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
Z950 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Revealed | June 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 18 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Kodak Z950
SP-565UZ | Z950 |
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Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Olympus SP-565UZ
Z950 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z950 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak Z950 provides physical dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Olympus SP-565UZ has sizing of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Z950 versus Olympus SP-565UZ in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Z950 against the SP-565UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z950 and SP-565UZ is 89 and 72 respectively.

Kodak Z950 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z950 and SP-565UZ.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Kodak Z950 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Z950 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Kodak Z950 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Olympus SP-565UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Olympus SP-565UZ |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 143 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 26-520mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 6cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | 6.40 m (ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 243 gr (0.54 pounds) | 413 gr (0.91 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 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-7003 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | xD Picture Card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $250 | $400 |