Nikon S6500 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ
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Nikon S6500 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013
(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
- Released January 2009
- Updated by Olympus SP-600 UZ
Nikon S6500 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Overview
Here, we are comparing the Nikon S6500 and Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the S6500 (16MP) and SP-590 UZ (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S6500 was introduced 4 years later than the SP-590 UZ and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S6500 matches up versus the SP-590 UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S6500 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
S6500 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Released | January 2013 | January 2009 | Fresher by 49 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Nikon S6500
SP-590 UZ | S6500 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6500 and Olympus SP-590 UZ
S6500 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S6500 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S6500 provides physical measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-590 UZ has sizing of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S6500 and Olympus SP-590 UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S6500 vs the SP-590 UZ.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and SP-590 UZ is 92 and 72 respectively.
Nikon S6500 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The visual underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S6500 and SP-590 UZ.
All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S6500 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher S6500 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S6500 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Olympus SP-590 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Olympus SP-590 UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-08 | 2009-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | AMOLED display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 8.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250g (0.55 lb) | 413g (0.91 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 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 model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $170 | $249 |