Olympus SH-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus SH-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was announced 3 months after the Galaxy Camera 2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the SH-1 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-1 features external measurements 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SH-1 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-1 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The picture below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-1 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account.