Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 550WP
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 550WP 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-5.0) lens
- 167g - 94 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
- Other Name is mju 550WP
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 550WP Overview
Here is a thorough assessment of the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus 550WP, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Olympus. The resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the 550WP (10MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SP-565UZ was released very close to the 550WP and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SP-565UZ grades versus the 550WP when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 550WP Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus Stylus 550WP. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Olympus 550WP Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Olympus 550WP
SP-565UZ | 550WP | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus 550WP over the Olympus SP-565UZ
550WP | SP-565UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus 550WP
SP-565UZ | 550WP | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | January 2009 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.5" | 2.5" | Same display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 550WP Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SP-565UZ provides 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 550WP has specifications of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus 550WP in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-565UZ vs the 550WP.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and 550WP is 72 and 94 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 550WP Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The visual here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and 550WP.
All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files though you should really take the release date of the cameras into account.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 550WP Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus Stylus 550WP | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus Stylus 550WP |
Also called as | - | mju 550WP |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2009-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.5-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413 gr (0.91 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 94 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $400 | $399 |