Olympus SH-1 vs Sony RX100 V
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Olympus SH-1 vs Sony RX100 V 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
- Launched March 2014
- Updated by Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Revealed October 2016
- Replaced the Sony RX100 IV
- Replacement is Sony RX100 VI

Olympus SH-1 vs Sony RX100 V Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Olympus SH-1 vs Sony RX100 V, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is relatively similar but the SH-1 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

The SH-1 was launched 3 years earlier than the RX100 V and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SH-1 grades against the RX100 V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SH-1 vs Sony RX100 V Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery & Sony RX100 V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the Sony RX100 V
SH-1 | RX100 V | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 V over the Olympus SH-1
RX100 V | SH-1 | |||
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Revealed | October 2016 | ![]() | March 2014 | Fresher by 30 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+769k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Olympus SH-1 and Sony RX100 V
SH-1 | RX100 V | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Olympus SH-1 vs Sony RX100 V Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-1 offers external 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) and the Sony RX100 V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SH-1 vs Sony RX100 V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SH-1 vs the RX100 V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and RX100 V is 88 and 89 respectively.

Olympus SH-1 vs Sony RX100 V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-1 and RX100 V.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SH-1 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony RX100 V will offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older SH-1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Olympus SH-1 vs Sony RX100 V Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SH-1 vs Sony RX100 V Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-03-31 | 2016-10-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 315 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames/s | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271g (0.60 lbs) | 299g (0.66 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 586 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 220 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $349 | $998 |