Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FX48

Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Panasonic FX48, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SP-590 UZ was manufactured about the same time to the FX48 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SP-590 UZ grades vs the FX48 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-590 UZ has got physical dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX48 has proportions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Panasonic FX48 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-590 UZ compared to the FX48.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-590 UZ and FX48 is 72 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-590 UZ and FX48.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images however you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.