Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ
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Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Renewed by Olympus SP-600 UZ
Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe SX220 HS was unveiled 2 years after the SP-590 UZ which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX220 HS grades vs the SP-590 UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS & Olympus SP-590 UZ. The full galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
SX220 HS | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | January 2009 | Newer by 26 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Canon SX220 HS
SP-590 UZ | SX220 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Olympus SP-590 UZ
SX220 HS | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-590 UZ has sizing of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
See the Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX220 HS vs the SP-590 UZ.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and SP-590 UZ is 96 and 72 respectively.
Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and SP-590 UZ.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger SX220 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX220 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Specifications
Canon SX220 HS | Olympus SP-590 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon SX220 HS | Olympus SP-590 UZ |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-02-07 | 2009-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 8.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 413 gr (0.91 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $399 | $249 |