Olympus 1 vs Sony H200

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus 1 and Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and H200 (20MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and H200 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 was launched 11 months later than the H200 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the 1 scores against the H200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 1 has physical dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Sony H200 has measurements of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 1 and Sony H200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 1 and the H200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and H200 is 79 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 and H200.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 because of its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony H200 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.