Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax W90

Here, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the W90 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SP-565UZ was revealed 13 months before the W90 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SP-565UZ grades against the W90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-565UZ provides external measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax W90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ against the W90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and W90 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and W90.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax W90 to give more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.