Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony H50
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Replacement is Olympus SP-600 UZ
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Revealed January 2009
Photography Glossary Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony H50 Overview
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").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
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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.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Sony H50
| SP-590 UZ | H50 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
| H50 | SP-590 UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Sony H50
| SP-590 UZ | H50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2009 |  | January 2009 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
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.
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony H50 Specifications
| Olympus SP-590 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus SP-590 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2009-01-07 | 2009-01-15 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.7-4.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.00 m | 9.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 413 gr (0.91 lbs) | 547 gr (1.21 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $249 | $80 |