Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic TS1

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the SH-1 (16MP) and TS1 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was revealed 5 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the SH-1 matches up against the TS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SH-1 has exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic TS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SH-1 compared to the TS1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-1 and TS1 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-1 and TS1.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-1 to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger SH-1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.