Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 8010

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus 8010, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and 8010 (13MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was manufactured 12 months prior to the 8010 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SP-565UZ grades versus the 8010 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ & Olympus Stylus Tough 8010. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Olympus 8010 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys 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 8010 has measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the 8010.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and 8010 is 72 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and 8010.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus 8010 to give greater detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.