Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are sold by Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and SZ-16 iHS (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was revealed 5 years before the SZ-16 iHS and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SP-565UZ grades versus the SZ-16 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ features outer dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SP-565UZ and the SZ-16 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and SZ-16 iHS is 72 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and SZ-16 iHS.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to deliver greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.