Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FS42
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FS42 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Announced January 2009
- Successor is Olympus SP-600 UZ
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Expand to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Released April 2009
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FS42 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FS42, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the FS42 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the SP-590 UZ (1/2.3") and FS42 (1/2.5") provide totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SP-590 UZ was launched 3 months earlier than the FS42 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SP-590 UZ matches up vs the FS42 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FS42 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FS42 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Panasonic FS42
SP-590 UZ | FS42 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
FS42 | SP-590 UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Panasonic FS42
SP-590 UZ | FS42 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | April 2009 | Similar age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FS42 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-590 UZ features physical dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Panasonic FS42 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FS42 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-590 UZ and the FS42.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SP-590 UZ and FS42 is 72 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FS42 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-590 UZ and FS42.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SP-590 UZ featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Olympus SP-590 UZ will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively.
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FS42 Specifications
Olympus SP-590 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-590 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-07 | 2009-04-17 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413 gr (0.91 pounds) | 132 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $249 | $580 |