Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax VS20
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Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Revealed March 2014
- Updated by Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Launched January 2012
Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SH-1 was launched 2 years later than the VS20 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SH-1 scores versus the VS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Pentax Optio VS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the Pentax VS20
SH-1 | VS20 | |||
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Launched | March 2014 | January 2012 | Fresher by 27 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Olympus SH-1
VS20 | SH-1 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SH-1 and Pentax VS20
SH-1 | VS20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-1 features exterior dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Pentax VS20 has proportions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax VS20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SH-1 vs the VS20.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-1 and VS20 is 88 and 90 respectively.
Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-1 and VS20.
As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SH-1 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-1 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-03-31 | 2012-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 3 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 271 grams (0.60 lbs) | 235 grams (0.52 lbs) |
Dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-92B | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $349 | $106 |