Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX30V
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Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX30V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Revealed March 2014
- New Model is Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Replaced the Sony HX20V
- Refreshed by Sony HX50V
Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX30V Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SH-1 was unveiled 2 years later than the HX30V and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the SH-1 matches up vs the HX30V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX30V Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the Sony HX30V
SH-1 | HX30V | |||
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Introduced | March 2014 | February 2012 | More recent by 26 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX30V over the Olympus SH-1
HX30V | SH-1 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SH-1 and Sony HX30V
SH-1 | HX30V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX30V Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-1 comes with exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX30V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SH-1 against the HX30V.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-1 and HX30V is 88 and 90 respectively.
Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX30V Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-1 and HX30V.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX30V to render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern SH-1 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX30V Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX30V Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-03-31 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 271g (0.60 lbs) | 254g (0.56 lbs) |
Dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 320 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $349 | $420 |