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Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

Portability
75
Imaging
33
Features
33
Overall
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Nikon Coolpix P80 front
 
Olympus SP-590 UZ front
Portability
72
Imaging
34
Features
38
Overall
35

Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Key Specs

Nikon P80
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.0) lens
  • 405g - 110 x 79 x 78mm
  • Launched January 2009
  • Renewed by Nikon P90
Olympus SP-590 UZ
(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
  • Introduced January 2009
  • Updated by Olympus SP-600 UZ
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Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon P80 versus Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P80 (10MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P80 was revealed at a similar time to the SP-590 UZ which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the P80 grades vs the SP-590 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon P80 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ

 P80 SP-590 UZ 

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Nikon P80

 SP-590 UZ P80 

Common features in the Nikon P80 and Olympus SP-590 UZ

 P80 SP-590 UZ 
IntroducedJanuary 2009January 2009Same age
Focus manually More accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Nikon P80 features external dimensions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while 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 Nikon P80 versus Olympus SP-590 UZ in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the P80 versus the SP-590 UZ.

Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P80 and SP-590 UZ is 75 and 72 respectively.

Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ top view buttons comparison

Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P80 and SP-590 UZ.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SP-590 UZ to provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively.

Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ sensor size comparison

Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon P80
Portrait photography with Olympus SP-590 UZ
27
focusing manually
external flash not possible
low MP (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
36
has manual focus
delivers RAW formats
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Nikon P80 Street photography info
Olympus SP-590 UZ Street photography info
48
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
weather proof
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Nikon P80 Sports photography features
Olympus SP-590 UZ Sports photography features
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long zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low MP (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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long zoom range (26-676mm 26.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
very slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon P80 as a Travel photography camera
Olympus SP-590 UZ as a Travel photography camera
56
built-in flash
fairly wide (27mm)
very long reach (486mm)
low MP (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
58
weather proof
flash built-in
fairly wide (26mm)
long reach (676mm)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon P80 Landscape photography info
Olympus SP-590 UZ Landscape photography info
37
focusing manually
fairly wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
low MP (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
45
has manual focus
fairly wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
weather proof
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon P80 Vlogging details
Olympus SP-590 UZ Vlogging details
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fairly wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external mic jack
24
fairly wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external mic support
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Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon P80 and Olympus SP-590 UZ
 Nikon Coolpix P80Olympus SP-590 UZ
General Information
Brand Nikon Olympus
Model type Nikon Coolpix P80 Olympus SP-590 UZ
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2009-01-15 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 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 3648 x 2736 3968 x 2976
Highest native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 64 64
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 27-486mm (18.0x) 26-676mm (26.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-4.0 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focusing range 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 15 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 8.00 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480, 15/30 fps, 320 x 240, 15 fps, 160 x 120, 15 fps 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format - 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 405 grams (0.89 lbs) 413 grams (0.91 lbs)
Physical dimensions 110 x 79 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") 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 (3 or 10 sec) Yes (12 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $400 $249