Olympus SH-1 vs Sony H400

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SH-1 versus Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SH-1 was brought out 2 months later than the H400 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SH-1 matches up vs the H400 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-1 offers physical measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SH-1 versus Sony H400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SH-1 against the H400.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and H400 is 88 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-1 and H400.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony H400 to show greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively.