Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800
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![Olympus SP-565UZ front Olympus SP-565UZ front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-SP-565UZ/Olympus-SP-565UZ-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W800/Sony-W800-front.jpg)
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.4) lens
- 125g - 97 x 55 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2014
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Sony W800, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and W800 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SP-565UZ was brought out 6 years before the W800 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SP-565UZ grades against the W800 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Sony W800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Sony W800
SP-565UZ | W800 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W800 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
W800 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 61 months |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Sony W800
SP-565UZ | W800 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ comes with 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 W800 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Sony W800 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-565UZ against the W800.
![Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 size comparison Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SP-565UZ-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W800-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and W800 is 72 and 96 respectively.
![Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 top view buttons comparison Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SP-565UZ-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W800-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and W800.
To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony W800 to show extra detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 sensor size comparison Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-SP-565UZ-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W800-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SP-565UZ-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W800-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony W800 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | 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 | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.2-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | AVI MPEG4 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413g (0.91 lbs) | 125g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 97 x 55 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | 4 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $400 | $90 |