Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ
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Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-678mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 481g - 114 x 83 x 99mm
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Replacement is Olympus SP-600 UZ
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On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon P100 versus Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P100 (10MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe P100 was brought out 19 months after the SP-590 UZ making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the P100 scores against the SP-590 UZ in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon P100 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
| P100 | SP-590 UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2010 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 19 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Nikon P100
| SP-590 UZ | P100 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon P100 and Olympus SP-590 UZ
| P100 | SP-590 UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P100 has got external dimensions of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Olympus SP-590 UZ has sizing of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the P100 vs the SP-590 UZ.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P100 and SP-590 UZ is 68 and 72 respectively.
Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P100 and SP-590 UZ.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-590 UZ to give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern P100 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon P100 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix P100 | Olympus SP-590 UZ | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix P100 | Olympus SP-590 UZ |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2009-01-07 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-678mm (26.1x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 8.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 481 gr (1.06 pounds) | 413 gr (0.91 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 83 x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") | 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 | EN-EL5 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 to 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $400 | $249 |