Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony H50

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and H50 (9MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was unveiled around the same time to the H50 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H50 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the SP-590 UZ matches up against the H50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Sony H50 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-590 UZ enjoys external 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 Sony H50 has dimensions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Sony H50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-590 UZ compared to the H50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-590 UZ and H50 is 72 and 69 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The photograph below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-590 UZ and H50.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus SP-590 UZ to result in more detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively.