Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ28
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ28 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 - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Introduced January 2009
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SP-565UZ was announced around the same time to the FZ28 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SP-565UZ grades versus the FZ28 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Panasonic FZ28
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
FZ28 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic FZ28
SP-565UZ | FZ28 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | January 2009 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ provides exterior dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has proportions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ28 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-565UZ against the FZ28.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and FZ28 is 72 and 72 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and FZ28.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of files but you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-15 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 pounds) | 417 gr (0.92 pounds) |
Dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 30 | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 18.7 | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 68 | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $400 | $599 |