Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus SH-1

Below is a comprehensive review of the Olympus SZ-15 versus Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was revealed 9 months prior to the SH-1 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the SZ-15 scores against the SH-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-15 has outer dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Olympus SH-1 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-15 versus Olympus SH-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-15 and the SH-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and SH-1 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-15 and SH-1.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older SZ-15 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.