Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX10V

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus SH-1 versus Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was introduced 2 years later than the HX10V and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SH-1 scores against the HX10V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SH-1 has 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 Sony HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

See the Olympus SH-1 versus Sony HX10V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SH-1 and the HX10V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-1 and HX10V is 88 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-1 and HX10V.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX10V to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent SH-1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.