Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic ZS8
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS7
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and ZS8 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SP-565UZ was introduced 3 years prior to the ZS8 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SP-565UZ grades versus the ZS8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Panasonic ZS8
SP-565UZ | ZS8 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
ZS8 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | January 2009 | Newer by 30 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic ZS8
SP-565UZ | ZS8 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-565UZ has outer measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Panasonic ZS8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the ZS8.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and ZS8 is 72 and 92 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and ZS8.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS8 to result in extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413g (0.91 pounds) | 210g (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 30 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 18.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 68 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $400 | $275 |