Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony HX350 and Olympus SH-1 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony HX350 has external dimensions of 130 x 93 x 103 mm (5.12 x 3.66 x 4.06″) and weighs 652 g (1.44 lb / 23.00 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SH-1 has external dimensions of 109 x 63 x 42 mm (4.29 x 2.48 x 1.65″) and weighs 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony HX350 and the Olympus SH-1. Olympus SH-1 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 21mm narrower, 30mm shorter and 61mm thinner than Sony HX350.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony HX350 and Olympus SH-1.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony HX350 and Olympus SH-1.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SH-1 is significantly lighter (381g ) than the Sony HX350 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 nor Olympus Stylus SH-1 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony HX350 and Olympus SH-1's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Sony HX350 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Olympus SH-1 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to HX350.