Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX4
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX4 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Released August 2010

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SP-565UZ was revealed 19 months before the CX4 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the CX4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ & Ricoh CX4. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Ricoh CX4
SP-565UZ | CX4 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
CX4 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Released | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 19 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Ricoh CX4
SP-565UZ | CX4 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ features external dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Ricoh CX4 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SP-565UZ against the CX4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and CX4 is 72 and 92 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and CX4.
All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos although you should take the age of the products into consideration. The older SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Ricoh CX4 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2010-08-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413g (0.91 lbs) | 205g (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 30 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 18.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 68 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $400 | $211 |