Nikon A1000 vs Olympus SH-50

Following is a extensive overview of the Nikon A1000 versus Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was unveiled 6 years after the SH-50 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the A1000 scores vs the SH-50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Olympus SH-50. The full galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon A1000 comes with outside dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-50 has proportions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the A1000 against the SH-50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and SH-50 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The picture below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A1000 and SH-50.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you should really take the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern A1000 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.