Canon SX20 IS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX20 IS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX20 IS (12MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX20 IS was unveiled 19 months later than the SP-590 UZ making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX20 IS grades versus the SP-590 UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX20 IS Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX20 IS enjoys external measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-590 UZ has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX20 IS versus the SP-590 UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX20 IS and SP-590 UZ is 65 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX20 IS and SP-590 UZ.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger SX20 IS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.