Canon SD970 IS vs Olympus SH-1

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SD970 IS versus Olympus SH-1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the SD970 IS (12MP) and SH-1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SD970 IS was brought out 6 years prior to the SH-1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SD970 IS grades vs the SH-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS & Olympus Stylus SH-1. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD970 IS Gallery & Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD970 IS features outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-1 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SD970 IS against the SH-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SD970 IS and SH-1 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD970 IS and SH-1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus SH-1 to deliver greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SD970 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.