Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax MX-1

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Pentax MX-1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The SP-565UZ was launched 5 years prior to the MX-1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SP-565UZ matches up versus the MX-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ & Pentax MX-1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ features outside 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 Pentax MX-1 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Pentax MX-1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ against the MX-1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and MX-1 is 72 and 84 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and MX-1.

Plainly, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SP-565UZ because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Pentax MX-1 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.