Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic FH25

Below, we will be looking at the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic FH25, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was introduced 3 years later than the FH25 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SH-1 grades against the FH25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-1 has got external measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has sizing of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic FH25 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SH-1 against the FH25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and FH25 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-1 and FH25.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images but you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SH-1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.