Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VG-110
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VG-110 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 105g - 92 x 54 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2011

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VG-110 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus VG-110, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are built by Olympus. The resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the VG-110 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SP-565UZ was manufactured 3 years earlier than the VG-110 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SP-565UZ scores versus the VG-110 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VG-110 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ & Olympus VG-110. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Olympus VG-110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Olympus VG-110
SP-565UZ | VG-110 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
VG-110 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 25 months |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus VG-110
SP-565UZ | VG-110 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VG-110 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ comes with outside dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Olympus VG-110 has proportions of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus VG-110 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-565UZ vs the VG-110.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and VG-110 is 72 and 97 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VG-110 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and VG-110.
Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus VG-110 to provide greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VG-110 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VG-110 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus VG-110 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus VG-110 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
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 | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 grams (0.91 lbs) | 105 grams (0.23 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 | - | 170 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $400 | $150 |