Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ35
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ35 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Launched July 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ35 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SP-565UZ was launched 17 months before the FZ35 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SP-565UZ matches up versus the FZ35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ35 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Panasonic FZ35
SP-565UZ | FZ35 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
FZ35 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | January 2009 | More modern by 17 months | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic FZ35
SP-565UZ | FZ35 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ35 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ has got external dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ35 has proportions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic FZ35 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the FZ35.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and FZ35 is 72 and 72 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ35 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and FZ35.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FZ35 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ35 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ38 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine V |
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 | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 8.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | AVCHD Lite, 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413 grams (0.91 lbs) | 397 grams (0.88 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
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 ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $400 | $999 |