Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax VS20

Below is a extensive review of the Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was revealed 12 months later than the VS20 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SH-50 scores vs the VS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SH-50 & Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SH-50 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-50 enjoys exterior dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Pentax VS20 has proportions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SH-50 vs the VS20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-50 and VS20 is 88 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-50 and VS20.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files although you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern SH-50 should have a benefit in sensor tech.