Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic LZ30

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was launched 5 years before the LZ30 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the SP-590 UZ matches up against the LZ30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-590 UZ comes with physical dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-590 UZ vs the LZ30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-590 UZ and LZ30 is 72 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-590 UZ and LZ30.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic LZ30 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older SP-590 UZ is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.