Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony NEX-5T
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony NEX-5T 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)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Launched August 2013
- Previous Model is Sony NEX-5R
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
Here, we are matching up the Olympus SP-565UZ and Sony NEX-5T, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) and the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SP-565UZ was manufactured 5 years prior to the NEX-5T which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SP-565UZ grades against the NEX-5T with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Sony NEX-5T
SP-565UZ | NEX-5T |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Olympus SP-565UZ
NEX-5T | SP-565UZ | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | January 2009 | Newer by 56 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Sony NEX-5T
SP-565UZ | NEX-5T | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ provides external measurements 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 Sony NEX-5T has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-565UZ and Sony NEX-5T in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the NEX-5T.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and NEX-5T is 72 and 89 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and NEX-5T.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SP-565UZ because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony NEX-5T will offer more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2013-08-27 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 99 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 gr (0.91 pounds) | 276 gr (0.61 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 30 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 18.7 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 68 | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $400 | $400 |