Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FH5

The following is a thorough comparison of the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Panasonic FH5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and FH5 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was launched 24 months before the FH5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SP-590 UZ matches up versus the FH5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-590 UZ enjoys exterior measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic FH5 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-590 UZ vs the FH5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SP-590 UZ and FH5 is 72 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-590 UZ and FH5.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FH5 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ will be behind with regard to sensor tech.