Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus SP-565UZ
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 136g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Additionally Known as X-925
(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
Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Overview
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").
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
FE-4000 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | January 2009 | More recent by 7 months | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Olympus FE-4000
SP-565UZ | FE-4000 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4000 and Olympus SP-565UZ
FE-4000 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Physical Comparison
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).
Analyze the Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus SP-565UZ in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Sensor Comparison
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.
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Specifications
Olympus FE-4000 | Olympus SP-565UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus FE-4000 | Olympus SP-565UZ |
Also referred to as | X-925 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
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 | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 143 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 26-520mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.40 m (ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 136 gr (0.30 lb) | 413 gr (0.91 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | xD Picture Card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $130 | $400 |