Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FH3

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FH3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SP-590 UZ was manufactured 12 months before the FH3 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SP-590 UZ scores versus the FH3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-590 UZ offers exterior dimensions 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 Panasonic FH3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FH3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-590 UZ vs the FH3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-590 UZ and FH3 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-590 UZ and FH3.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH3 to provide greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.