Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Olympus 5010

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Olympus 5010, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are designed by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the 5010 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was introduced 12 months prior to the 5010 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SP-590 UZ grades versus the 5010 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Olympus Stylus 5010. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Olympus 5010 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-590 UZ enjoys external measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Olympus 5010 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Olympus 5010 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-590 UZ versus the 5010.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-590 UZ and 5010 is 72 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-590 UZ and 5010.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus 5010 to show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ will be behind with regard to sensor tech.