Fujifilm S9800 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

Let's examine more closely at the Fujifilm S9800 versus Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and SP-590 UZ (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9800 was launched 6 years later than the SP-590 UZ and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm S9800 scores against the SP-590 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm S9800 and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S9800 offers external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-590 UZ has sizing of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S9800 versus Olympus SP-590 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 against the SP-590 UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9800 and SP-590 UZ is 61 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9800 and SP-590 UZ.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S9800 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S9800 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.