Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony TF1
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced June 2013

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony TF1 Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SP-565UZ was launched 5 years prior to the TF1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SP-565UZ grades versus the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Sony TF1
SP-565UZ | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
TF1 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 53 months |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Sony TF1
SP-565UZ | TF1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor 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") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony TF1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-565UZ and the TF1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and TF1 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The visual here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and TF1.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony TF1 to render more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ will be behind in sensor innovation.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-01-15 | 2013-06-21 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413 grams (0.91 lbs) | 152 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 30 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 18.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 68 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $400 | $266 |