Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic G6

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.