Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-100
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-100 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Launched January 2014

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-100 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are created by Olympus. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and SP-100 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SP-565UZ was announced 6 years prior to the SP-100 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SP-565UZ matches up versus the SP-100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ & Olympus Stylus SP-100. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Olympus SP-100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Olympus SP-100
SP-565UZ | SP-100 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
SP-100 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 61 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus SP-100
SP-565UZ | SP-100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys physical dimensions 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 SP-100 has sizing of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ against the SP-100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and SP-100 is 72 and 63 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and SP-100.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Olympus SP-100 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus SP-100 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus Stylus SP-100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2014-01-29 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 920 thousand dots |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1700s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
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 lbs) | 594 gr (1.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") |
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 | - | 330 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $400 | $400 |