Olympus SZ-11 vs Olympus SH-1

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was revealed 3 years before the SH-1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the SZ-11 scores vs the SH-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-11 & Olympus Stylus SH-1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-11 comes with outside measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus SH-1 has specifications of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-11 and Olympus SH-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ-11 compared to the SH-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and SH-1 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-11 and SH-1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus SH-1 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older SZ-11 is going to be behind in sensor tech.