Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax RZ18
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax RZ18 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
- Revealed January 2009
- Later Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Introduced September 2011
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On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SP-590 UZ was revealed 3 years prior to the RZ18 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SP-590 UZ scores vs the RZ18 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Pentax Optio RZ18. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Pentax RZ18
| SP-590 UZ | RZ18 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
| RZ18 | SP-590 UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2011 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 32 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Pentax RZ18
| SP-590 UZ | RZ18 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-590 UZ enjoys external dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax RZ18 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-590 UZ compared to the RZ18.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-590 UZ and RZ18 is 72 and 92 respectively.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The pic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-590 UZ and RZ18.
All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax RZ18 to give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
| Olympus SP-590 UZ | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model | Olympus SP-590 UZ | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2009-01-07 | 2011-09-12 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.00 m | 2.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 413g (0.91 pounds) | 178g (0.39 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 model | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $249 | $210 |