Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ30W
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ30W 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 Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Released January 2010
- Also referred to as WB600

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SP-565UZ was launched 12 months prior to the HZ30W and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SP-565UZ matches up against the HZ30W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ and Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Samsung HZ30W
SP-565UZ | HZ30W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Olympus SP-565UZ
HZ30W | SP-565UZ | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Samsung HZ30W
SP-565UZ | HZ30W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ provides physical measurements 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 Samsung HZ30W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Samsung HZ30W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-565UZ against the HZ30W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and HZ30W is 72 and 91 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and HZ30W.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung HZ30W to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Samsung HZ30W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB600 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-01-15 | 2010-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
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 | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 data format | - | H.264 |
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) | 245 grams (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $400 | $280 |