Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic ZS80

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was launched 10 years prior to the ZS80 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SP-565UZ grades versus the ZS80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ comes with outer 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 Panasonic ZS80 has proportions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-565UZ versus the ZS80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and ZS80 is 72 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and ZS80.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS80 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ will be behind in sensor technology.