Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Samsung WB210

Following is a extended comparison of the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was introduced 3 years before the WB210 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SP-590 UZ grades versus the WB210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Samsung WB210. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-590 UZ comes with exterior dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB210 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Samsung WB210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-590 UZ vs the WB210.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-590 UZ and WB210 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-590 UZ and WB210.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB210 to show greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ will be behind with regard to sensor technology.