Nikon L28 vs Olympus SH-1

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon L28 and Olympus SH-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and SH-1 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L28 was brought out 14 months before the SH-1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the L28 scores vs the SH-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L28 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Olympus SH-1 has specifications of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check out the Nikon L28 and Olympus SH-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the L28 against the SH-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and SH-1 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L28 and SH-1.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon L28 to deliver greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older L28 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.