Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FX78
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FX78 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX77
Photography Glossary Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FX78 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FX78, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SP-565UZ was revealed 24 months prior to the FX78 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the SP-565UZ grades against the FX78 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Panasonic FX78
| SP-565UZ | FX78 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
| FX78 | SP-565UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2011 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3.5" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic FX78
| SP-565UZ | FX78 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-565UZ has exterior measurements 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 FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FX78 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SP-565UZ against the FX78.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and FX78 is 72 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The pic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and FX78.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FX78 to offer you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
| Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
| Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-01-15 | 2011-01-25 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
| 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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 143 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.5-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 4.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB 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 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 413 gr (0.91 lbs) | 142 gr (0.31 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 30 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 18.7 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 68 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 200 pictures |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $400 | $210 |