Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony HX400V

Following is a extensive comparison of the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was announced 6 years before the HX400V which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SP-590 UZ grades versus the HX400V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-590 UZ comes with external measurements 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 HX400V has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-590 UZ versus the HX400V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-590 UZ and HX400V is 72 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-590 UZ and HX400V.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX400V to show greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.