Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic FH1

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic FH1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SH-50 (16MP) and FH1 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was unveiled 3 years after the FH1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SH-50 grades against the FH1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-50 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SH-50 offers physical measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check the Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic FH1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SH-50 and the FH1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-50 and FH1 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-50 and FH1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus SH-50 to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher SH-50 will have an advantage in sensor technology.