Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 159g - 96 x 65 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Other Name is mju Tough 3000
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus Tough-3000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SP-565UZ was announced 11 months prior to the Tough-3000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the SP-565UZ grades versus the Tough-3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Olympus Tough-3000
SP-565UZ | Tough-3000 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus Tough-3000 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
Tough-3000 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | January 2009 | Newer by 11 months | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus Tough-3000
SP-565UZ | Tough-3000 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys outside 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 Tough-3000 has sizing of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus Tough-3000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-565UZ against the Tough-3000.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and Tough-3000 is 72 and 94 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The pic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and Tough-3000.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus Tough-3000 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 |
Otherwise known as | - | mju Tough 3000 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
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 | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413g (0.91 lb) | 159g (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 96 x 65 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" 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 (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $400 | $0 |