Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic TS20

In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic TS20, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and TS20 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was brought out 4 years before the TS20 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SP-565UZ matches up versus the TS20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys outside dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the TS20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and TS20 is 72 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and TS20.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS20 to provide you with more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.