Olympus SH-1 vs Sony W650

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus SH-1 versus Sony W650, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was released 2 years later than the W650 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the SH-1 matches up against the W650 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SH-1 offers exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Olympus SH-1 versus Sony W650 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SH-1 versus the W650.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-1 and W650 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-1 and W650.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer SH-1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.