Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VR-320
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VR-320 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced July 2011
- Successor is Olympus VR-330

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VR-320 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and VR-320 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SP-565UZ was manufactured 3 years prior to the VR-320 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SP-565UZ matches up against the VR-320 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VR-320 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus VR-320. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Olympus VR-320
SP-565UZ | VR-320 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
VR-320 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 30 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus VR-320
SP-565UZ | VR-320 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VR-320 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys outside measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VR-320 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-565UZ vs the VR-320.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and VR-320 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VR-320 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The visual below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and VR-320.
All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus VR-320 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus VR-320 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus VR-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus VR-320 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2011-07-19 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413g (0.91 pounds) | 158g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 30 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 18.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 68 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $400 | $179 |