FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Launched February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix S1770
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Newer Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ

FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the FujiFilm S1600 versus Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S1600 was manufactured 14 months after the SP-590 UZ which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S1600 grades versus the SP-590 UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
S1600 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 14 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the FujiFilm S1600
SP-590 UZ | S1600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Olympus SP-590 UZ
S1600 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1600 has outside measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Olympus SP-590 UZ has dimensions 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 FujiFilm S1600 versus Olympus SP-590 UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the S1600 and the SP-590 UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and SP-590 UZ is 78 and 72 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1600 and SP-590 UZ.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern S1600 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Olympus SP-590 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Olympus SP-590 UZ |
Alternate name | FinePix S1770 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2009-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 8.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337 grams (0.74 lbs) | 413 grams (0.91 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 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 ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $130 | $249 |