Olympus E-600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ
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Olympus E-600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Key Specs
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- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 515g - 130 x 94 x 60mm
- Introduced August 2009
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- 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
- Later Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
Olympus E-600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus E-600 and Olympus SP-590 UZ, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-600 (12MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is pretty comparable but the E-600 (Four Thirds) and SP-590 UZ (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-600 was revealed 8 months after the SP-590 UZ which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the E-600 grades against the SP-590 UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-600 and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-600 Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-600 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
E-600 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | January 2009 | Newer by 8 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Olympus E-600
SP-590 UZ | E-600 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-600 and Olympus SP-590 UZ
E-600 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-600 has external dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) while the Olympus SP-590 UZ has proportions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus E-600 and Olympus SP-590 UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the E-600 against the SP-590 UZ.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-600 and SP-590 UZ is 71 and 72 respectively.
Olympus E-600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-600 and SP-590 UZ.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The E-600 offers the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The newer E-600 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-600 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Specifications
Olympus E-600 | Olympus SP-590 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus E-600 | Olympus SP-590 UZ |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-08-30 | 2009-01-07 |
Body design | Compact SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 7 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 45 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | HyperCrystal LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.48x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 8.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Fill-in, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 515 gr (1.14 lb) | 413 gr (0.91 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 94 x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 541 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $0 | $249 |