Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FS7
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FS7 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FS7 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic FS7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") provide different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SP-565UZ was introduced within a month of the FS7 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the SP-565UZ matches up vs the FS7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FS7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Panasonic FS7
SP-565UZ | FS7 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
FS7 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic FS7
SP-565UZ | FS7 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | January 2009 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FS7 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ features external 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) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic FS7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-565UZ against the FS7.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and FS7 is 72 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FS7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The pic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and FS7.
To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The SP-565UZ features the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FS7 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-01-15 | 2009-01-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413g (0.91 lb) | 139g (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shooting | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $400 | $160 |