Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic ZS15

Following is a thorough analysis of the Olympus SH-1 versus Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the SH-1 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was launched 22 months after the ZS15 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SH-1 grades vs the ZS15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-1 enjoys physical 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SH-1 compared to the ZS15.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and ZS15 is 88 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-1 and ZS15.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SH-1 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SH-1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.