Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax X70

Below is a thorough analysis of the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the X70 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was brought out within a month of the X70 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SP-565UZ grades versus the X70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax X70. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SP-565UZ offers outer dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has specifications of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-565UZ vs the X70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and X70 is 72 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and X70.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax X70 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.