Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SH-1

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SH-1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was announced 3 years before the SH-1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S3300 scores against the SH-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3300 & Olympus Stylus SH-1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S3300 Gallery & Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3300 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-1 has measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check the Nikon S3300 vs Olympus SH-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S3300 compared to the SH-1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S3300 and SH-1 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3300 and SH-1.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older S3300 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.