Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax WG-2
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Renewed by Olympus SP-600 UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Released February 2012
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
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").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Pentax WG-2
SP-590 UZ | WG-2 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
WG-2 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Released | February 2012 | January 2009 | Newer by 37 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Pentax WG-2
SP-590 UZ | WG-2 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
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.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Olympus SP-590 UZ | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus SP-590 UZ | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-07 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | 5.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413 grams (0.91 lbs) | 192 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 life | - | 260 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $249 | $350 |