Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Fujifilm S9800 and Olympus SP-590 UZ side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Fujifilm S9800 has external dimensions of 123 x 87 x 116 mm (4.84 x 3.43 x 4.57″) and weighs 670 g (1.48 lb / 23.63 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SP-590 UZ has external dimensions of 116 x 84 x 81 mm (4.57 x 3.31 x 3.19″) and weighs 413 g (0.91 lb / 14.57 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 and the Olympus SP-590 UZ. Olympus SP-590 UZ is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 35mm thinner than Fujifilm S9800.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 and Olympus SP-590 UZ.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SP-590 UZ is significantly lighter (257g ) than the Fujifilm S9800 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the SP-590 UZ, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the S9800.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Fujifilm S9800's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Olympus SP-590 UZ's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.