Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF2
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF2 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched January 2009
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- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 310g - 113 x 68 x 33mm
- Launched February 2011
- Earlier Model is Panasonic GF1
- New Model is Panasonic GF3
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF2 Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic GF2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is very well matched but the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SP-565UZ was released 3 years earlier than the GF2 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SP-565UZ grades versus the GF2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Panasonic GF2
SP-565UZ | GF2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF2 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
GF2 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | January 2009 | More recent by 25 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic GF2
SP-565UZ | GF2 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF2 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-565UZ has got outside dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic GF2 has dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic GF2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-565UZ against the GF2.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and GF2 is 72 and 88 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The visual below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and GF2.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SP-565UZ due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic GF2 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GF2 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2011-02-24 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 720p (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413 grams (0.91 lbs) | 310 grams (0.68 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 113 x 68 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 30 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | 18.7 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | 68 | 506 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Battery form | - | 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 recording | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $400 | $330 |