Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony W350
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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony W350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Released January 2009
- Updated by Olympus SP-600 UZ
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced January 2010

Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony W350 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony W350, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SP-590 UZ was manufactured 12 months prior to the W350 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the SP-590 UZ matches up versus the W350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony W350 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-590 UZ over the Sony W350
SP-590 UZ | W350 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Olympus SP-590 UZ
W350 | SP-590 UZ | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus SP-590 UZ and Sony W350
SP-590 UZ | W350 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-590 UZ offers outside dimensions 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 W350 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony W350 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-590 UZ against the W350.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-590 UZ and W350 is 72 and 97 respectively.

Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-590 UZ and W350.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony W350 to offer extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony W350 Specifications
Olympus SP-590 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SP-590 UZ | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413 gr (0.91 lbs) | 117 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $249 | $200 |