Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax X70
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax X70 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Revealed March 2009
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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").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Pentax X70
| SP-565UZ | X70 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
| X70 | SP-565UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax X70
| SP-565UZ | X70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2009 |  | March 2009 | Similar generation |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
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.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax X70 Specifications
| Olympus SP-565UZ | Pentax X70 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Pentax X70 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2009-03-02 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 50 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 143 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 9.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 413 grams (0.91 lb) | 410 grams (0.90 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 model | 4 x AA | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $400 | $200 |