Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax Q7

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax Q7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the SP-590 UZ (1/2.3") and Q7 (1/1.7") posses different sensor sizes.

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The SP-590 UZ was launched 5 years before the Q7 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SP-590 UZ grades vs the Q7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Pentax Q7. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-590 UZ has got physical measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q7 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Pentax Q7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-590 UZ compared to the Q7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-590 UZ and Q7 is 72 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-590 UZ and Q7.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The SP-590 UZ features the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF more challenging. The older SP-590 UZ will be behind with regard to sensor tech.