Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic SZ10

Here, we are looking at the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and SZ10 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was unveiled 7 years earlier than the SZ10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the SZ10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-565UZ provides external measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-565UZ against the SZ10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and SZ10 is 72 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and SZ10.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ10 to render extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.