Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic FH10

Here, we are comparing the Olympus SH-1 versus Panasonic FH10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the FH10 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SH-1 was revealed 15 months after the FH10 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SH-1 matches up vs the FH10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery & Panasonic FH10 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-1 offers external measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH10 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SH-1 versus Panasonic FH10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SH-1 compared to the FH10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-1 and FH10 is 88 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The image here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-1 and FH10.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you should really factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher SH-1 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.