FujiFilm S1600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

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").

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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.

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.

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.

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.