Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic F5
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Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic F5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Revealed March 2014
- Later Model is Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic F5 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic F5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the F5 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SH-1 was brought out 15 months later than the F5 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the SH-1 scores vs the F5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic F5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Panasonic F5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the Panasonic F5
SH-1 | F5 | |||
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Introduced | March 2014 | January 2013 | More recent by 15 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Olympus SH-1
F5 | SH-1 |
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Common features in the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic F5
SH-1 | F5 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic F5 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-1 enjoys 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 Panasonic F5 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic F5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SH-1 versus the F5.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and F5 is 88 and 96 respectively.
Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic F5 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-1 and F5.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-1 to offer you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern SH-1 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic F5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic F5 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-03-31 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.70 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 271g (0.60 lbs) | 121g (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | 250 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $349 | $100 |