Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GH4

Here, we are matching up the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic GH4, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and GH4 (16MP) and the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and GH4 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SP-565UZ was revealed 6 years before the GH4 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SP-565UZ matches up versus the GH4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ provides physical measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic GH4 has sizing of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic GH4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SP-565UZ and the GH4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and GH4 is 72 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and GH4.

All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SP-565UZ with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GH4 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.