Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony H200

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and H200 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was unveiled 5 years earlier than the H200 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SP-590 UZ grades versus the H200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-590 UZ offers physical dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Sony H200 has specifications of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony H200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-590 UZ versus the H200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-590 UZ and H200 is 72 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The pic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-590 UZ and H200.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony H200 to provide greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.