Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 1
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 1 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 402g - 116 x 87 x 57mm
- Announced November 2013
- Updated by Olympus 1s
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the 1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe SP-565UZ was unveiled 5 years prior to the 1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the SP-565UZ scores versus the 1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus Stylus 1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Olympus 1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Olympus 1
SP-565UZ | 1 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus 1 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
1 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | January 2009 | Fresher by 59 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus 1
SP-565UZ | 1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SP-565UZ has got 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 1 has specifications of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the 1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and 1 is 72 and 79 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and 1.
As you can see, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SP-565UZ using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Olympus 1 will offer greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 1 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus Stylus 1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus Stylus 1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-01-15 | 2013-11-25 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-on, off, redeye reduction slow sync, full, manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high speed: 640 x 480 (120p), 320 x 240 (240p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 413g (0.91 pounds) | 402g (0.89 pounds) |
Dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 116 x 87 x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 30 | 51 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 18.7 | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 68 | 179 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 410 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $400 | $700 |