Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FZ200

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the FZ200 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was launched 4 years earlier than the FZ200 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SP-590 UZ scores against the FZ200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-590 UZ enjoys external measurements 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 FZ200 has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-590 UZ against the FZ200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-590 UZ and FZ200 is 72 and 65 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-590 UZ and FZ200.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images though you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The older SP-590 UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.