Olympus SH-1 vs Sony A380

Here is a detailed overview of the Olympus SH-1 vs Sony A380, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the A380 (14MP) is pretty similar but the SH-1 (1/2.3") and A380 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The SH-1 was introduced 4 years later than the A380 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the SH-1 grades versus the A380 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-1 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery & Sony A380 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-1 features outside measurements 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 Sony A380 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SH-1 and the A380.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and A380 is 88 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-1 and A380.

All in all, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SH-1 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Olympus SH-1 will offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent SH-1 provides a benefit in sensor technology.