Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax P80
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax P80 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
- Successor is Olympus SP-600 UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Announced August 2009
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax P80 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Pentax P80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SP-590 UZ was manufactured 7 months earlier than the P80 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax P80 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SP-590 UZ grades versus the P80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax P80 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Pentax Optio P80. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Pentax P80
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Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
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Announced | August 2009 | January 2009 | Fresher by 7 months |
Common features in the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Pentax P80
SP-590 UZ | P80 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-590 UZ features exterior 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) and the Pentax P80 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Pentax P80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-590 UZ versus the P80.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the SP-590 UZ and P80 is 72 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-590 UZ and P80.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older SP-590 UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax P80 Specifications
Olympus SP-590 UZ | Pentax Optio P80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus SP-590 UZ | Pentax Optio P80 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-07 | 2009-08-05 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.6-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413g (0.91 lbs) | 125g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
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, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $249 | $200 |