Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX350

Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus SH-1 versus Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was launched 3 years earlier than the HX350 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SH-1 grades vs the HX350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery & Sony HX350 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-1 enjoys outside measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony HX350 has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-1 versus Sony HX350 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SH-1 and the HX350.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and HX350 is 88 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-1 and HX350.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX350 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SH-1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.