Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Samsung NX500

Here is a extensive analysis of the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Samsung NX500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the SP-590 UZ (1/2.3") and NX500 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The SP-590 UZ was launched 7 years prior to the NX500 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SP-590 UZ matches up vs the NX500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Samsung NX500. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-590 UZ features outer dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Samsung NX500 has proportions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Samsung NX500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SP-590 UZ against the NX500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-590 UZ and NX500 is 72 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-590 UZ and NX500.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SP-590 UZ because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX500 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SP-590 UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.