Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-3
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-3 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Introduced March 2014
- Newer Model is Olympus TG-4

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-3 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus TG-3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Olympus. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and TG-3 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SP-565UZ was brought out 6 years before the TG-3 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the TG-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-565UZ & Olympus Tough TG-3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Olympus TG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Olympus TG-3
SP-565UZ | TG-3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
TG-3 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Introduced | March 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 63 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus TG-3
SP-565UZ | TG-3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-565UZ comes with physical dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Olympus TG-3 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus TG-3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-565UZ vs the TG-3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and TG-3 is 72 and 90 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and TG-3.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Olympus TG-3 to deliver extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413 grams (0.91 lbs) | 247 grams (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
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 life | - | 330 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $400 | $350 |