Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Following is a extensive analysis of the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

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

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SP-590 UZ grades against the WG-2 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-590 UZ features external measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-590 UZ compared to the WG-2 GPS.

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

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-590 UZ and WG-2 GPS.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Pentax WG-2 GPS to provide greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.