Olympus SH-1 vs Sony H90

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus SH-1 vs Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was launched 2 years after the H90 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SH-1 matches up against the H90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-1 enjoys exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony H90 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SH-1 vs Sony H90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SH-1 compared to the H90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-1 and H90 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-1 and H90.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern SH-1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.