Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FS15

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FS15, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was announced around the same time to the FS15 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SP-565UZ scores vs the FS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ features physical 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 FS15 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-565UZ against the FS15.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and FS15 is 72 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and FS15.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FS15 to offer you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively.