Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic LX10

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic LX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the LX10 (20MP) is pretty similar but the SH-1 (1/2.3") and LX10 (1") have different sensor sizes.

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The SH-1 was manufactured 3 years prior to the LX10 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SH-1 scores against the LX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery & Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SH-1 offers physical measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic LX10 has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic LX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SH-1 vs the LX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and LX10 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-1 and LX10.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SH-1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic LX10 will offer you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SH-1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.