Olympus FE-25 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ
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Olympus FE-25 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 0
- No Video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 62 x 24mm
- Announced January 2009
(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
- Launched January 2009
- Replacement is Olympus SP-600 UZ
Olympus FE-25 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus FE-25 versus Olympus SP-590 UZ, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the FE-25 (10MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FE-25 was brought out about the same time to the SP-590 UZ which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-25 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FE-25 matches up vs the SP-590 UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus FE-25 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-25 & Olympus SP-590 UZ. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-25 Gallery & Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-25 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Olympus FE-25
SP-590 UZ | FE-25 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 112k | Sharper display (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus FE-25 and Olympus SP-590 UZ
FE-25 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | January 2009 | Same age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Olympus FE-25 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Olympus FE-25 comes with outside measurements of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Olympus SP-590 UZ has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
Look at the Olympus FE-25 versus Olympus SP-590 UZ in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FE-25 versus the SP-590 UZ.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-25 and SP-590 UZ is 98 and 72 respectively.
Olympus FE-25 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The image below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-25 and SP-590 UZ.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Olympus SP-590 UZ to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively.
Olympus FE-25 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus FE-25 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ Specifications
Olympus FE-25 | Olympus SP-590 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus FE-25 | Olympus SP-590 UZ |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-01-07 | 2009-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | 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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2768 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.4" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 112k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.00 m |
Flash options | - | 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 | ||
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 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 413 grams (0.91 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 62 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | - | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $15 | $249 |