Nikon S6300 vs Olympus SH-1

Lets look much closer at the Nikon S6300 and Olympus SH-1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was introduced 3 years earlier than the SH-1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S6300 scores against the SH-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Olympus Stylus SH-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S6300 enjoys outer measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 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).

Take a look at the Nikon S6300 and Olympus SH-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S6300 vs the SH-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and SH-1 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6300 and SH-1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older S6300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.