Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SZ-12

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both produced by Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and SZ-12 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SP-565UZ was unveiled 4 years earlier than the SZ-12 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SP-565UZ scores against the SZ-12 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus SZ-12. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ has got external measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-12 has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus SZ-12 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the SP-565UZ vs the SZ-12.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and SZ-12 is 72 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and SZ-12.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SZ-12 to produce more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.