Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax P80

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").

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The 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.

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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).

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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.

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.