Canon S200 vs Olympus SH-1

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon S200 vs Olympus SH-1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the S200 (10MP) and SH-1 (16MP) and the S200 (1/1.7") and SH-1 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The S200 was introduced very close to the SH-1 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the S200 matches up against the SH-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S200 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon S200 provides outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Olympus SH-1 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Canon S200 vs Olympus SH-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S200 against the SH-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S200 and SH-1 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S200 and SH-1.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S200 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus SH-1 will give greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively.