Olympus SP-590 UZ vs Sony WX1

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Sony WX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-590 UZ (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is very comparable but the SP-590 UZ (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") use different sensor sizing.

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The SP-590 UZ was released 7 months before the WX1 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SP-590 UZ grades against the WX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-590 UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-590 UZ provides physical measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-590 UZ versus Sony WX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SP-590 UZ against the WX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-590 UZ and WX1 is 72 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-590 UZ and WX1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SP-590 UZ because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Olympus SP-590 UZ will show greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SP-590 UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.