Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic ZS1

On this page, we are looking at the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the SH-1 (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the SH-1 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") have different sensor dimensions.

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The SH-1 was brought out 4 years after the ZS1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SH-1 grades vs the ZS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SH-1 has got physical measurements 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 ZS1 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic ZS1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SH-1 against the ZS1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-1 and ZS1 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-1 and ZS1.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SH-1 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Olympus SH-1 will show more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The newer SH-1 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.