Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic LX7

Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Panasonic LX7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is relatively similar but the SP-590 UZ (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The SP-590 UZ was released 4 years before the LX7 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SP-590 UZ scores vs the LX7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-590 UZ enjoys outside measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic LX7 has dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Panasonic LX7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SP-590 UZ and the LX7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-590 UZ and LX7 is 72 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The pic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-590 UZ and LX7.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SP-590 UZ because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus SP-590 UZ will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.