Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic TS10
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic TS10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT10
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic TS10 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic TS10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and TS10 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SP-565UZ was unveiled 12 months before the TS10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SP-565UZ grades versus the TS10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic TS10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Panasonic TS10
SP-565UZ | TS10 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
TS10 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic TS10
SP-565UZ | TS10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic TS10 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ features outer dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic TS10 has sizing of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic TS10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the TS10.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and TS10 is 72 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic TS10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and TS10.
As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS10 to deliver greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic TS10 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2010-01-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 4.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413 grams (0.91 pounds) | 188 grams (0.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 30 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 18.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 68 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $400 | $249 |