Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon B500 versus Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The B500 was unveiled 24 months later than the SH-1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the B500 matches up against the SH-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The full galleries are available at Nikon B500 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon B500 features external measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Olympus SH-1 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the B500 and the SH-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the B500 and SH-1 is 68 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the B500 and SH-1.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher B500 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.