Fujifilm S8200 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm S8200 and Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and SP-590 UZ (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was introduced 4 years later than the SP-590 UZ and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8200 scores versus the SP-590 UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 & Olympus SP-590 UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery & Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8200 has got exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and 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).

Compare the Fujifilm S8200 and Olympus SP-590 UZ in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 vs the SP-590 UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8200 and SP-590 UZ is 61 and 72 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8200 and SP-590 UZ.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm S8200 to show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S8200 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.