Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic ZS70

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SH-1 was brought out 4 years prior to the ZS70 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SH-1 scores against the ZS70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SH-1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-1 has external dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS70 has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Check the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic ZS70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SH-1 versus the ZS70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-1 and ZS70 is 88 and 87 respectively.

Typically, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-1 and ZS70.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to show extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged SH-1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.