Canon 1D X III vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon 1D X III versus Olympus SP-590 UZ, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1D X III (20MP) and SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the 1D X III (Full frame) and SP-590 UZ (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1D X III was released 11 years after the SP-590 UZ which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D X III being a Large SLR camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 1D X III matches up against the SP-590 UZ in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X III Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon 1D X III enjoys exterior measurements of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-590 UZ has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Examine the Canon 1D X III versus Olympus SP-590 UZ in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1D X III against the SP-590 UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X III and SP-590 UZ is 50 and 72 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The picture here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X III and SP-590 UZ.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1D X III because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon 1D X III will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent 1D X III will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.