Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony RX1

The following is a complete overview of the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Sony RX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the SP-590 UZ (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) posses different sensor size.

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The SP-590 UZ was introduced 5 years prior to the RX1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SP-590 UZ scores versus the RX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-590 UZ and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-590 UZ has got outer 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 RX1 has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Sony RX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SP-590 UZ and the RX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-590 UZ and RX1 is 72 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-590 UZ and RX1.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SP-590 UZ using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX1 will show greater detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ will be behind with regard to sensor technology.