Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony HX300

Here, we are matching up the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and HX300 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was launched 5 years before the HX300 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SP-590 UZ matches up against the HX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SP-590 UZ comes with outside measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has specifications of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Sony HX300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-590 UZ and the HX300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-590 UZ and HX300 is 72 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-590 UZ and HX300.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX300 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SP-590 UZ will be behind in sensor tech.