Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus Tough-3000

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.