Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony W380

In this article, we will be analyzing the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Sony W380, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the W380 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-590 UZ was brought out 12 months earlier than the W380 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SP-590 UZ grades against the W380 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-590 UZ features external dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Sony W380 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-590 UZ compared to the W380.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-590 UZ and W380 is 72 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-590 UZ and W380.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony W380 to show extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older SP-590 UZ will be behind in sensor innovation.