Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung SL30
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung SL30 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
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Alternative Name is ES15
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung SL30 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-565UZ and Samsung SL30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SP-565UZ was released very close to the SL30 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the SL30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung SL30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ and Samsung SL30. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Samsung SL30
SP-565UZ | SL30 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
SL30 | SP-565UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Samsung SL30
SP-565UZ | SL30 | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.5" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ comes with external dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Samsung SL30 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-565UZ and Samsung SL30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the SL30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and SL30 is 72 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and SL30.
Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Samsung SL30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Samsung SL30 |
Alternative name | - | ES15 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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 | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 lbs) | 140 grams (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $400 | $93 |