Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS30
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Launched January 2009
- Newer Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS25
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS35
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS30 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SP-590 UZ was unveiled 5 years before the ZS30 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the SP-590 UZ matches up vs the ZS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Panasonic ZS30
SP-590 UZ | ZS30 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
ZS30 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | January 2009 | More modern by 48 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Panasonic ZS30
SP-590 UZ | ZS30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-590 UZ provides physical dimensions 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 ZS30 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-590 UZ versus the ZS30.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-590 UZ and ZS30 is 72 and 92 respectively.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-590 UZ and ZS30.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS30 to give extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Panasonic ZS30 Specifications
Olympus SP-590 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SP-590 UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ40 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413 grams (0.91 pounds) | 198 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
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/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $249 | $250 |