Olympus 1 vs Sony HX1

Below, we are comparing the Olympus 1 and Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and HX1 (1/2.4") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 was revealed 4 years later than the HX1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 1 scores vs the HX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 1 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 1 enjoys physical measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has sizing of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 1 and Sony HX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the 1 compared to the HX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 1 and HX1 is 79 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 and HX1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Olympus 1 will offer extra detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent 1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.