Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-610UZ
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-610UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- 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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Old Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Replacement is Olympus SP-620 UZ

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-610UZ Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-610UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are sold by Olympus. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and SP-610UZ (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SP-565UZ was introduced 24 months earlier than the SP-610UZ making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the SP-610UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ & Olympus SP-610UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Olympus SP-610UZ
SP-565UZ | SP-610UZ | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Olympus SP-565UZ
SP-610UZ | SP-565UZ | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus SP-610UZ
SP-565UZ | SP-610UZ | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-610UZ Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-565UZ has outside 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) and the Olympus SP-610UZ has specifications of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-610UZ in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-565UZ vs the SP-610UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and SP-610UZ is 72 and 79 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-610UZ Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and SP-610UZ.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus SP-610UZ to resolve extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-610UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-610UZ Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus SP-610UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus SP-610UZ |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 28-616mm (22.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.3-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413g (0.91 lb) | 405g (0.89 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 30 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 18.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 68 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photographs |
Battery form | - | AA |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $400 | $299 |