Olympus SH-1 vs Samsung WB350F

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus SH-1 vs Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was announced 3 months after the WB350F and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SH-1 matches up versus the WB350F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Samsung WB350F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-1 offers physical dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Samsung WB350F has measurements of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

See the Olympus SH-1 vs Samsung WB350F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SH-1 vs the WB350F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and WB350F is 88 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The pic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-1 and WB350F.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos but you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration.