Canon SX420 IS vs Olympus SH-1

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon SX420 IS vs Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and SH-1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was brought out 22 months later than the SH-1 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX420 IS scores against the SH-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Olympus Stylus SH-1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX420 IS offers exterior dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-1 has specifications 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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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX420 IS against the SH-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX420 IS and SH-1 is 80 and 88 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX420 IS and SH-1.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Canon SX420 IS to provide you with greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX420 IS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.