Nikon S9100 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

Below is a comprehensive review of the Nikon S9100 and Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was brought out 2 years later than the SP-590 UZ and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S9100 scores against the SP-590 UZ in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 has got external dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus SP-590 UZ has measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Check the Nikon S9100 and Olympus SP-590 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S9100 and the SP-590 UZ.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S9100 and SP-590 UZ is 91 and 72 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S9100 and SP-590 UZ.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files however you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent S9100 provides an edge in sensor technology.