Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1
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![Nikon Coolpix B500 front Nikon Coolpix B500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-B500/Nikon-B500-front.jpg)
![Olympus Stylus SH-1 front Olympus Stylus SH-1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-SH-1/Olympus-SH-1-front.jpg)
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Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-900mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 541g - 114 x 78 x 95mm
- Released February 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Introduced March 2014
- Newer Model is Olympus SH-2
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Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 Overview
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.
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Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon B500 over the Olympus SH-1
B500 | SH-1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | ![]() | March 2014 | Fresher by 24 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the Nikon B500
SH-1 | B500 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon B500 and Olympus SH-1
B500 | SH-1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Nikon B500 versus Olympus SH-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 size comparison Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-B500-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SH-1-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the B500 and SH-1 is 68 and 88 respectively.
![Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 top view buttons comparison Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-B500-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SH-1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 sensor size comparison Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-B500-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SH-1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-B500-vs-Olympus-Stylus-SH-1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon B500 vs Olympus SH-1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B500 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix B500 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2016-02-23 | 2014-03-31 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-900mm (39.1x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.4 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 541 grams (1.19 lb) | 271 grams (0.60 lb) |
Dimensions | 114 x 78 x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 shots | 380 shots |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $349 |