Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax WG-10

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus SH-1 and Pentax WG-10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was revealed 10 months after the WG-10 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SH-1 matches up against the WG-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Pentax WG-10. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-1 features exterior dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-10 has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SH-1 and Pentax WG-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SH-1 versus the WG-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and WG-10 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-1 and WG-10.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus SH-1 to give greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger SH-1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.