Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic SZ1

Below is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic SZ1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was manufactured 2 years later than the SZ1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SH-1 grades vs the SZ1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-1 offers exterior 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 SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SH-1 against the SZ1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and SZ1 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specs. The graphic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-1 and SZ1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files however you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SH-1 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.