Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony HX50V

In this article, we are comparing the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and HX50V (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was released 5 years before the HX50V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the HX50V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys physical dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Sony HX50V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the SP-565UZ against the HX50V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and HX50V is 72 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and HX50V.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony HX50V to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.