Key Features
Jan 07 2009
Announced
12 megapixels
Resolution
| Brand | Olympus |
| Sensor Type | 1/2.3-inch |
| Sensor | CCD |
| Weight | 413g |
| MSRP | $449USD |
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Overview of the SP-590 UZ
Capturing stunning landscapes, wildlife, and action shots requires a camera that can keep up with your creativity and ambition. Enter the Olympus SP-590 UZ, a superzoom camera that combines high-performance features with ease of use. This camera boasts a 26x optical zoom lens, which offers a focal length range equivalent to 26-676mm, making it perfect for capturing everything from wide vistas to distant subjects. What's more, the SP-590 UZ features a fast autofocus system that can keep up with even the most unpredictable subjects. Let's dive in and see what this camera can do!
Olympus SP-590 UZ Pros and Cons
Now, we will look more closely at our review of the Olympus SP-590 UZ camera. We will see what it can do and compare it to other cameras like it. We will tell you what's good about it and what's not so good. This way, you'll know if it's the camera for you!
Pros
Cons
Build and Construction
Body and dimensions
Olympus SP-590 UZ
| Weather sealed | |
| Dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm |
| Weight | 413g |
| Thickness | 81mm |
Weather Sealing
The Olympus SP-590 UZ camera is equipped with environmental seals that make it resistant to weather, preventing water and dust from entering the camera. If you enjoy outdoor photography and need a camera that can handle extreme conditions, the SP-590 UZ is an excellent choice.
Design and Handling
Main design features
| View Finder | Electronic |
| Screen Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen Resolution | 230k dots |
| Body type | SLR-like (bridge) |
Suitable for:
| Photography | Above Avg. |
| Videography | Above Avg. |
| Travel | Above Avg. |
LCD Screen
This camera has a fixed type 2.70" screen, with a display resolution of 230k dots. This makes the Olympus SP-590 UZ not as suitable for those looking for a vlogging camera as you cannot view yourself while shooting selfies easily. Unfortunately, the camera does not have a touch screen, which may make it less user-friendly.
Viewfinder
SP-590 UZ includes a electronic viewfinder with n/a of resolution with a coverage of n/a and a magnification of n/a. This feature enhances the camera's suitability for outdoor photography in bright conditions.
Image Quality
Olympus SP-590 UZ has a 12MP sized CCD sensor. You can shoot at maximum resolution of 12 pixels. Olympus SP-590 UZ has a native ISO range of 64 - 6400 which can be boosted to null - null. It can also save files in RAW format which gives you a wider room for post processing.
Key Features
Jan 07 2009
Announced
64 - 6400
ISO Range
| Sensor | 1/2.3-inch |
| Extended ISO | null - null |
| Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 pixels |
DXO Sensor Scores
Overall
not tested
Color Depth
not tested
Dynamic Range
not tested
Low Light ISO
not tested
DXO mark sensor scores
The DXOmark rankings indicate that the Olympus SP-590 UZ camera has excellent color depth performance, which refers to the number of colors the sensor can distinguish. Additionally, its dynamic range is also excellent, allowing it to retain high amounts of details in both bright and dark areas of a scene. The camera's low light ISO performance is excellent, which is an important factor to consider if you plan to use it in dimly lit indoor environments or at night. Overall the image quality of the SP-590 UZ is excellent
Crop Factor
Camera crop factor (or focal length multiplier) refers to how a camera's sensor size affects the apparent field of view of a lens. Crop factor is determined by comparing the size of a camera's sensor to that of a full-frame sensor, which is a standard reference size for camera sensors.
Size comparison
Crop factor calculator
Crop factor
1x
Full frame equivalent
24mm
This camera: 1/2.3-inch
24mm
Connectivity, storage, battery
| Storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
| Battery Life | |
| Battery Model |
| HDMI | |
| USD | |
| Wireless Connectivity |
Storage
The Olympus SP-590 UZ supports xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal with 1 slots for storage. This may suffice for everyday use. However, for professional applications such as wedding photography, it is not recommended as a memory card malfunction could lead to the loss of all footage.
Battery
The Olympus SP-590 UZ uses the undefined model of undefined. This is rated for undefined shots which is high. If you intend to take photos or record videos for an extended period, it might be a good idea to bring along additional batteries.
Photography Features
Flash
The Olympus SP-590 UZ has built in flash which is great for event photography and in low light situations. However it lacks an external flash shoe, which limits you to using the built-in flash.
Shutter
The Olympus SP-590 UZ boasts a maximum mechanical shutter speed of 1/2000s, which is ideal for shooting fast-moving subjects in bright environments, such as in sports photography. Faster shutter speeds enable you to freeze the action and capture every detail, making it easier to get the perfect shot.
With a continuous mechanical shutter speed of n/a or an electronic shutter speed of n/a, this camera is not capable of capturing the perfect moment more easily, making it not as suited for wedding, sports, and wildlife photography. Higher shutter speeds make it easier to capture fast-paced action, ensuring that you never miss the perfect shot.
Autofocus
The Olympus SP-590 UZ includes contrast detection autofocus (AF), with null number of focus points.
While contrast detection is generally more accurate and precise, phase detection autofocus is faster and more effective in most situations, particularly when photographing moving subjects.
Phase detection autofocus works by dividing the incoming light into pairs and then analyzing how they intersect on the camera's sensor. This method allows the camera to determine not only if a subject is in focus but also the direction and distance needed to adjust the focus to achieve perfect sharpness.
On the other hand, contrast detection autofocus works by analyzing the contrast of an image and adjusting the focus until the highest contrast is detected. While this method is very accurate, it can be slow, especially in low light conditions or when photographing moving subjects.
FAQ
The Olympus SP-590 UZ features a CCD sensor
Yes the SP-590 UZ does have weather sealing.
The Olympus SP-590 UZ was announced on Jan 07 2009
Yes the SP-590 UZ does have in-body image stabilization that can compensate for camera shake, making it easier to shoot handheld in low light conditions.
The SP-590 UZ has a native ISO range of 64-6400, which can be expanded to ISO null-null for even greater sensitivity in low light conditions.
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