Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS1
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 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
- Released January 2009
- Later Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released May 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ6
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the SP-590 UZ (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") boast totally different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SP-590 UZ was revealed 4 months prior to the ZS1 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the SP-590 UZ grades versus the ZS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Panasonic ZS1
SP-590 UZ | ZS1 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
ZS1 | SP-590 UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Panasonic ZS1
SP-590 UZ | ZS1 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | May 2009 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-590 UZ comes with exterior measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-590 UZ and the ZS1.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the SP-590 UZ and ZS1 is 72 and 91 respectively.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-590 UZ and ZS1.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SP-590 UZ having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Olympus SP-590 UZ will produce more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively.
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
Olympus SP-590 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-590 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-07 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413 gr (0.91 pounds) | 229 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $249 | $0 |