Olympus SH-1 vs Sony HX50V

Lets look more closely at the Olympus SH-1 and Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was announced 12 months later than the HX50V so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SH-1 matches up against the HX50V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-1 features 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) while the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SH-1 and Sony HX50V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SH-1 compared to the HX50V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-1 and HX50V is 88 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-1 and HX50V.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX50V to deliver extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SH-1 should have an advantage in sensor tech.