Casio EX-100 vs Olympus SH-1

Lets look more in depth at the Casio EX-100 versus Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and SH-1 (16MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and SH-1 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The EX-100 was introduced very close to the SH-1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-100 grades vs the SH-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") having a weight of 389 grams (0.86 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).

Look at the Casio EX-100 versus Olympus SH-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the EX-100 compared to the SH-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-100 and SH-1 is 83 and 88 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and SH-1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-100 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Olympus SH-1 will render greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively.