Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ
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Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Revealed January 2012
(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
- Announced January 2009
- Successor is Olympus SP-600 UZ

Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S4200 was brought out 3 years after the SP-590 UZ which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm S4200 grades vs the SP-590 UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4200 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
Fujifilm S4200 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 37 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Fujifilm S4200
SP-590 UZ | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4200 and Olympus SP-590 UZ
Fujifilm S4200 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S4200 enjoys external dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 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).
Check the Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 and the SP-590 UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4200 and SP-590 UZ is 67 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The picture here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S4200 and SP-590 UZ.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm S4200 to provide more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S4200 should have an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S4200 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | Olympus SP-590 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | Olympus SP-590 UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 8.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 543 gr (1.20 lbs) | 413 gr (0.91 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $200 | $249 |