Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF1
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF1 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Released October 2009
- Updated by Panasonic GF2
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF1 Overview
Following is a complete overview of the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic GF1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is very well matched but the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SP-565UZ was announced 9 months earlier than the GF1 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SP-565UZ scores vs the GF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Panasonic GF1
SP-565UZ | GF1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
GF1 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Released | October 2009 | January 2009 | More modern by 9 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic GF1
SP-565UZ | GF1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ offers exterior 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 GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic GF1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ versus the GF1.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and GF1 is 72 and 85 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The pic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and GF1.
All in all, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SP-565UZ having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GF1 will give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF1 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2009-01-15 | 2009-10-14 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413 grams (0.91 pounds) | 385 grams (0.85 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 30 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | 18.7 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | 68 | 513 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 380 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $400 | $400 |