Olympus SH-1 vs Samsung TL100

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus SH-1 versus Samsung TL100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SH-1 (16MP) and TL100 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was brought out 5 years later than the TL100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SH-1 matches up versus the TL100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Samsung TL100. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-1 has got external dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-1 versus Samsung TL100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SH-1 versus the TL100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and TL100 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-1 and TL100.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus SH-1 to give more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger SH-1 should have a benefit in sensor tech.