Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic SZ7

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic SZ7, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was launched 2 years later than the SZ7 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SH-1 grades vs the SZ7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-1 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-1 comes with exterior dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SH-1 vs the SZ7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and SZ7 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-1 and SZ7.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus SH-1 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent SH-1 provides a benefit in sensor technology.