Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Olympus 6010

In this article, we are comparing the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Olympus 6010, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was launched 6 months before the 6010 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SP-590 UZ grades versus the 6010 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Olympus 6010 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-590 UZ provides outer measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Olympus 6010 has proportions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-590 UZ against the 6010.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-590 UZ and 6010 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The pic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-590 UZ and 6010.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.