Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony HX90V

Here is a extensive comparison of the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SP-565UZ was revealed 7 years prior to the HX90V and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SP-565UZ matches up vs the HX90V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ offers outer measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-565UZ and the HX90V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and HX90V is 72 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and HX90V.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX90V to provide you with more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.