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").

The 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
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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 |