Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic GM5

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Panasonic GM5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the SP-590 UZ (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The SP-590 UZ was introduced 6 years before the GM5 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SP-590 UZ matches up versus the GM5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-590 UZ has got outside dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic GM5 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Panasonic GM5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-590 UZ and the GM5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-590 UZ and GM5 is 72 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-590 UZ and GM5.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SP-590 UZ using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic GM5 will give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older SP-590 UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.