Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic GX1

Below, we are contrasting the Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic GX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is fairly close but the SH-1 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizing.

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The SH-1 was unveiled 2 years later than the GX1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SH-1 grades vs the GX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SH-1 has exterior dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has specifications of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SH-1 versus the GX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-1 and GX1 is 88 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-1 and GX1.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The SH-1 has got the smaller sensor which should make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The more recent SH-1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.