Nikon L840 vs Olympus SH-1

The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon L840 and Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L840 was manufactured 11 months after the SH-1 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L840 scores vs the SH-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L840 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L840 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L840 enjoys outer measurements of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") and a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Olympus SH-1 has measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L840 and Olympus SH-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the L840 versus the SH-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and SH-1 is 67 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The pic below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L840 and SH-1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher L840 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.