Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax WG-2

Here, we are matching up the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Pentax WG-2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was manufactured 4 years earlier than the WG-2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SP-590 UZ grades vs the WG-2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-590 UZ enjoys external measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Pentax WG-2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the SP-590 UZ against the WG-2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-590 UZ and WG-2 is 72 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-590 UZ and WG-2.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-2 to produce extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.