Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony A550

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Sony A550, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and A550 (14MP) and the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and A550 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The SP-565UZ was brought out 10 months prior to the A550 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SP-565UZ grades against the A550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ & Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Sony A550 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ features external 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) while the Sony A550 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Sony A550 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the A550.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and A550 is 72 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and A550.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SP-565UZ featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A550 will produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.