Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung GX-10
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung GX-10 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced September 2006
- Successor is Samsung GX-20

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung GX-10 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Samsung GX-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the GX-10 (10MP) is very close but the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

The SP-565UZ was unveiled 2 years later than the GX-10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SP-565UZ matches up versus the GX-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung GX-10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ and Samsung GX-10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Samsung GX-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Samsung GX-10
SP-565UZ | GX-10 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | ![]() | September 2006 | Fresher by 29 months |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer display (+20k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
GX-10 | SP-565UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Samsung GX-10
SP-565UZ | GX-10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung GX-10 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys outer measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-10 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Samsung GX-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the GX-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and GX-10 is 72 and 59 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung GX-10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and GX-10.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same MP but different sensor sizing. The SP-565UZ contains the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field trickier. The fresher SP-565UZ provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung GX-10 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Samsung GX-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Samsung GX-10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2006-09-21 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | - |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413g (0.91 pounds) | 793g (1.75 pounds) |
Dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $400 | $850 |