Olympus SP-565UZ vs Sony A65

In this article, we are looking at the Olympus SP-565UZ and Sony A65, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and A65 (24MP) and the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and A65 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The SP-565UZ was brought out 3 years before the A65 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SP-565UZ grades against the A65 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ and Sony SLT-A65. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ provides physical measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Sony A65 has measurements of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-565UZ and Sony A65 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-565UZ vs the A65.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and A65 is 72 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and A65.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SP-565UZ featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Sony A65 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be behind in sensor innovation.