Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FP1

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FP1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was revealed 12 months before the FP1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the SP-590 UZ grades vs the FP1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-590 UZ has got outside measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic FP1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FP1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-590 UZ against the FP1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SP-590 UZ and FP1 is 72 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-590 UZ and FP1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older SP-590 UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.