Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic FZ70

Following is a extended comparison of the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was announced 5 years before the FZ70 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SP-565UZ scores versus the FZ70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ has physical 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) while the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic FZ70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-565UZ and the FZ70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and FZ70 is 72 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and FZ70.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FZ70 to deliver more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.