Canon SX130 IS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

Below, we are comparing the Canon SX130 IS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was announced 20 months later than the SP-590 UZ making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX130 IS matches up versus the SP-590 UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX130 IS comes with physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Olympus SP-590 UZ has measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX130 IS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX130 IS versus the SP-590 UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX130 IS and SP-590 UZ is 85 and 72 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The visual here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and SP-590 UZ.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files but you need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX130 IS should have a benefit in sensor tech.