Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic FH7

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic FH7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was revealed 2 years after the FH7 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SH-1 grades versus the FH7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The full galleries are available at Olympus SH-1 Gallery & Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic FH7 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SH-1 versus the FH7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and FH7 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-1 and FH7.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you really should take the age of the cameras into account. The younger SH-1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.