Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W220
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32 Overall
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W220 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W220 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Olympus SP-565UZ and Sony W220, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the W220 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SP-565UZ was launched very close to the W220 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SP-565UZ scores vs the W220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W220 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Sony W220
SP-565UZ | W220 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
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Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Sony W220
SP-565UZ | W220 | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ has external measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Sony W220 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-565UZ and Sony W220 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the W220.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and W220 is 72 and 95 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The photograph here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and W220.
Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony W220 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W220 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-15 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413 gr (0.91 pounds) | 147 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 30 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 18.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 68 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $400 | $160 |