Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic G6
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic G6 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
- Revealed January 2009
- Successor is Olympus SP-600 UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Released April 2013
- Replaced the Panasonic G5
- Refreshed by Panasonic G7
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic G6 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic G6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and G6 (16MP) and the SP-590 UZ (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-590 UZ was announced 5 years earlier than the G6 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SP-590 UZ matches up against the G6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic G6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Panasonic G6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Panasonic G6
SP-590 UZ | G6 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
G6 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Released | April 2013 | January 2009 | Newer by 52 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1036k | 230k | Sharper display (+806k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Panasonic G6
SP-590 UZ | G6 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus |
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic G6 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-590 UZ provides exterior 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 G6 has measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic G6 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-590 UZ vs the G6.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-590 UZ and G6 is 72 and 74 respectively.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic G6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-590 UZ and G6.
As you can see, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SP-590 UZ having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic G6 will deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic G6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic G6 Specifications
Olympus SP-590 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-590 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2009-01-07 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,036k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 10.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413g (0.91 pounds) | 390g (0.86 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $249 | $750 |