Olympus SH-1 vs Olympus TG-810

Following is a thorough analysis of the Olympus SH-1 and Olympus TG-810, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the TG-810 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was announced 2 years after the TG-810 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SH-1 scores versus the TG-810 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-1 & Olympus TG-810. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery & Olympus TG-810 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Olympus SH-1 has external measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-810 has specifications of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SH-1 and Olympus TG-810 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SH-1 and the TG-810.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and TG-810 is 88 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-1 and TG-810.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus SH-1 to produce more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent SH-1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.