Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Samsung HZ35W

Lets look more closely at the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SP-590 UZ was revealed 17 months earlier than the HZ35W which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SP-590 UZ matches up against the HZ35W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-590 UZ offers outside dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Samsung HZ35W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-590 UZ against the HZ35W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-590 UZ and HZ35W is 72 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-590 UZ and HZ35W.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SP-590 UZ will be behind with regard to sensor tech.