Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH20
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH20 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS30
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH20 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic FH20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and FH20 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SP-565UZ was introduced 11 months prior to the FH20 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SP-565UZ scores vs the FH20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Panasonic FH20
SP-565UZ | FH20 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
FH20 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | January 2009 | More recent by 11 months | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic FH20
SP-565UZ | FH20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ has got physical measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic FH20 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic FH20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the FH20.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and FH20 is 72 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and FH20.
As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic FH20 to show greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 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 dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
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) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 gr (0.91 lbs) | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 recording | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $400 | $179 |