Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GX1
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GX1 Key Specs
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- 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
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- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Launched February 2012
- Replacement is Panasonic GX7
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GX1 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-565UZ was unveiled 4 years earlier than the GX1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the GX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GX1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Panasonic GX1
SP-565UZ | GX1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
GX1 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | January 2009 | Newer by 37 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic GX1
SP-565UZ | GX1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ features outer 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) and the Panasonic GX1 has sizing of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ and the GX1.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and GX1 is 72 and 87 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The image here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and GX1.
To sum up, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SP-565UZ using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GX1 will deliver extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GX1 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2012-02-14 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 7.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413 gr (0.91 lbs) | 318 gr (0.70 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 30 | 55 |
DXO Color Depth score | 18.7 | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | 68 | 703 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $400 | $228 |