Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic TS3

Lets look more closely at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic TS3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was introduced 3 years before the TS3 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the SP-565UZ matches up versus the TS3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ has physical measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic TS3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-565UZ and the TS3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and TS3 is 72 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and TS3.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic TS3 to show greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be behind in sensor innovation.