Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Olympus SH-1

Below is a extended assessment of the Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Olympus SH-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the Easyshare M5370 (16MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Easyshare M5370 was released 3 years prior to the SH-1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Easyshare M5370 grades vs the SH-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Easyshare M5370 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Kodak Easyshare M5370 has physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Olympus SH-1 has specifications of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Olympus SH-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Easyshare M5370 compared to the SH-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Easyshare M5370 and SH-1 is 95 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Easyshare M5370 and SH-1.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older Easyshare M5370 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.