Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K-x
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K-x 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Released December 2009
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K-x Overview
Its time to look closer at the Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax K-x, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the K-x (12MP) is fairly well matched but the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SP-565UZ was announced 11 months prior to the K-x so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the SP-565UZ grades versus the K-x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K-x Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ & Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Pentax K-x
SP-565UZ | K-x |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Olympus SP-565UZ
K-x | SP-565UZ | |||
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Released | December 2009 | January 2009 | Newer by 11 months | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax K-x
SP-565UZ | K-x | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys outside 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) whilst the Pentax K-x has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax K-x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the K-x.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and K-x is 72 and 69 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and K-x.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SP-565UZ using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-x will give more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Pentax K-x |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2009-01-15 | 2009-12-23 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 16.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
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 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413g (0.91 pounds) | 580g (1.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 30 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 18.7 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 68 | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1900 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $400 | $600 |