Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh GR Digital III
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh GR Digital III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28mm (F1.9) lens
- 208g - 109 x 59 x 26mm
- Released July 2009
- Newer Model is Ricoh GR Digital IV

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh GR Digital III Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh GR Digital III, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the GR Digital III (10MP) is pretty comparable but the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") boast different sensor measurements.

The SP-565UZ was launched 6 months prior to the GR Digital III which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SP-565UZ grades against the GR Digital III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ & Ricoh GR Digital III. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Ricoh GR Digital III
SP-565UZ | GR Digital III |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh GR Digital III over the Olympus SP-565UZ
GR Digital III | SP-565UZ | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Ricoh GR Digital III
SP-565UZ | GR Digital III | |||
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Released | January 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh GR Digital III Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ offers physical dimensions 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 Ricoh GR Digital III has proportions of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh GR Digital III in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-565UZ versus the GR Digital III.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and GR Digital III is 72 and 92 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh GR Digital III Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and GR Digital III.
All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The SP-565UZ provides the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower DOF harder.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh GR Digital III Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh GR Digital III Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Ricoh GR Digital III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Ricoh GR Digital III |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | GR engine III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/1.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413 gr (0.91 pounds) | 208 gr (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 109 x 59 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $400 | $399 |