Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Olympus 6020

On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Olympus 6020, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the 6020 (13MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was announced 13 months prior to the 6020 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SP-590 UZ matches up against the 6020 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Olympus Stylus Tough 6020. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Olympus 6020 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-590 UZ enjoys outside measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6020 has dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Olympus 6020 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SP-590 UZ versus the 6020.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-590 UZ and 6020 is 72 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-590 UZ and 6020.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus 6020 to give extra detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.