Canon SX30 IS vs Olympus SH-1

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX30 IS vs Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX30 IS was launched 4 years before the SH-1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX30 IS grades against the SH-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS & Olympus Stylus SH-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX30 IS Gallery & Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX30 IS has outside measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Olympus SH-1 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX30 IS versus the SH-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and SH-1 is 64 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The image below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX30 IS and SH-1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SH-1 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SX30 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.