Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus SP-565UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the SP-565UZ (10MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-4000 was announced 7 months later than the SP-565UZ so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FE-4000 scores against the SP-565UZ in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-4000 and Olympus SP-565UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4000 offers external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Olympus SP-565UZ has dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-4000 versus the SP-565UZ.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4000 and SP-565UZ is 95 and 72 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The photograph here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-4000 and SP-565UZ.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus FE-4000 to offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The younger FE-4000 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.