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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

Portability
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Imaging
33
Features
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Overall
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Olympus SP-565UZ front
 
Olympus SP-600 UZ front
Portability
69
Imaging
35
Features
27
Overall
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Key Specs

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
  • Announced January 2009
Olympus SP-600 UZ
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
  • 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Replaced the Olympus SP-590 UZ
  • Replacement is Olympus SP-610UZ
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Olympus SP-600 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was manufactured 12 months before the SP-600 UZ which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SP-565UZ matches up against the SP-600 UZ with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Olympus SP-600 UZ

 SP-565UZ SP-600 UZ 

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Olympus SP-565UZ

 SP-600 UZ SP-565UZ 
LaunchedFebruary 2010January 2009Newer by 12 months
Display dimensions2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus SP-600 UZ

 SP-565UZ SP-600 UZ 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys exterior measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Olympus SP-600 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Olympus SP-600 UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SP-565UZ against the SP-600 UZ.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-600 UZ size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and SP-600 UZ is 72 and 69 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-600 UZ top view buttons comparison

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and SP-600 UZ.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-600 UZ to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-600 UZ sensor size comparison

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus SP-565UZ as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus SP-600 UZ as a Portrait photography camera
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has manual focus
delivers RAW formats
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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you can focus manually
no manual mode
can't use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus SP-565UZ Street photography features
Olympus SP-600 UZ Street photography features
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
36
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Olympus SP-565UZ Sports photography features
Olympus SP-600 UZ Sports photography features
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amazing zoom range (26-520mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
31
amazing zoom range (28-420mm 15.0 x zoom)
comes with tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Olympus SP-565UZ
Travel photography with Olympus SP-600 UZ
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built-in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
long reach (520mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
great reach (420mm)
no Timelapse function
low resolution (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus SP-565UZ Landscape photography details
Olympus SP-600 UZ Landscape photography details
40
has manual focus
fairly wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.5")
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of Time Lapse recording
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you can focus manually
fairly wide (28mm)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Olympus SP-565UZ
Vlogging with Olympus SP-600 UZ
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fairly wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly display
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of mic port
20
fairly wide (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone jack
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus SP-600 UZ
 Olympus SP-565UZOlympus SP-600 UZ
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Olympus
Model type Olympus SP-565UZ Olympus SP-600 UZ
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2009-01-15 2010-02-02
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - TruePic III
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 area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 3648 x 2736 3968 x 2976
Highest native ISO 6400 1600
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 143 143
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-520mm (20.0x) 28-420mm (15.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-4.5 f/3.5-5.4
Macro focusing range 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1 secs 1/2 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 6.40 m (ISO 200) 3.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format - H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 413g (0.91 lb) 455g (1.00 lb)
Physical dimensions 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 30 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 18.7 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 10.1 not tested
DXO Low light rating 68 not tested
Other
Battery ID 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (12 or 2 sec) Yes (12 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media xD Picture Card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $400 $189