Olympus SH-1 vs Samsung WB50F

On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus SH-1 and Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was announced 3 months after the WB50F so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SH-1 matches up vs the WB50F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-1 has got physical measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Samsung WB50F has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SH-1 and Samsung WB50F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SH-1 vs the WB50F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-1 and WB50F is 88 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The picture underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-1 and WB50F.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images but you should always take the production date of the products into consideration.