Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic S3

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic S3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and S3 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was manufactured 24 months prior to the S3 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SP-565UZ grades against the S3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ has got outside measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Panasonic S3 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-565UZ and the S3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and S3 is 72 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and S3.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic S3 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.