Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus SH-1

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was introduced 9 months earlier than the SH-1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX160 IS scores vs the SH-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS comes with outer dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Olympus SH-1 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX160 IS vs Olympus SH-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX160 IS vs the SH-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and SH-1 is 86 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The picture below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and SH-1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX160 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.