Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic FZ47

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was announced 3 years earlier than the FZ47 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SP-590 UZ matches up versus the FZ47 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-590 UZ offers external measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ47 has specifications of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-590 UZ versus the FZ47.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-590 UZ and FZ47 is 72 and 68 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-590 UZ and FZ47.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older SP-590 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.