Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-565UZ
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Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Released February 2012
(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

Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-565UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and SP-565UZ (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S3300 was launched 3 years later than the SP-565UZ and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S3300 matches up vs the SP-565UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Olympus SP-565UZ. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
S3300 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 38 months |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Nikon S3300
SP-565UZ | S3300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Olympus SP-565UZ
S3300 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3300 comes with outer measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while 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).
Check the Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-565UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S3300 compared to the SP-565UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3300 and SP-565UZ is 96 and 72 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3300 and SP-565UZ.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S3300 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger S3300 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Olympus SP-565UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Olympus SP-565UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 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 | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 143 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 26-520mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.40 m (ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | - |
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 | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) | 413 gr (0.91 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 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 life | 180 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $99 | $400 |