Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH1
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH1 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS10
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic FH1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SP-565UZ was announced 11 months earlier than the FH1 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SP-565UZ scores vs the FH1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Panasonic FH1
SP-565UZ | FH1 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
FH1 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Released | January 2010 | January 2009 | More recent by 11 months | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic FH1
SP-565UZ | FH1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ provides outer dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic FH1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-565UZ vs the FH1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and FH1 is 72 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and FH1.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH1 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413 grams (0.91 pounds) | 163 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $400 | $150 |