Canon SX710 HS vs Olympus SH-1

Below is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX710 HS versus Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and SH-1 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was released 10 months later than the SH-1 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX710 HS grades vs the SH-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Olympus Stylus SH-1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX710 HS features exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Olympus SH-1 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX710 HS vs the SH-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX710 HS and SH-1 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX710 HS and SH-1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX710 HS to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX710 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.