Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ25W
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ25W 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Released July 2010
- Other Name is WB5000
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Lets look closer at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe SP-565UZ was introduced 17 months earlier than the HZ25W which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SP-565UZ matches up vs the HZ25W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ & Samsung HZ25W. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Samsung HZ25W
SP-565UZ | HZ25W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Olympus SP-565UZ
HZ25W | SP-565UZ | |||
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Released | July 2010 | January 2009 | More recent by 17 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Samsung HZ25W
SP-565UZ | HZ25W | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys exterior 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) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Samsung HZ25W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-565UZ and the HZ25W.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and HZ25W is 72 and 70 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and HZ25W.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung HZ25W to render greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ will be behind in sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Samsung HZ25W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-01-15 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413 grams (0.91 lbs) | 428 grams (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $400 | $350 |