Kodak M550 vs Olympus SH-1

Here, we will be comparing the Kodak M550 versus Olympus SH-1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and SH-1 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M550 was announced 5 years before the SH-1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the M550 matches up versus the SH-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Olympus Stylus SH-1. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M550 Gallery & Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak M550 provides outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-1 has sizing 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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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the M550 compared to the SH-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M550 and SH-1 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M550 and SH-1.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SH-1 to show extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M550 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.