Olympus SH-1 vs Pentax X70

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus SH-1 and Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SH-1 (16MP) and X70 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was revealed 5 years after the X70 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SH-1 matches up vs the X70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Pentax X70. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SH-1 has got outside dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Pentax X70 has specifications of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SH-1 and Pentax X70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SH-1 against the X70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and X70 is 88 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-1 and X70.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-1 to render more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger SH-1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.