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 WX500 and Olympus SH-1 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony WX500 has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 36 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.42″) and weighs 236 g (0.52 lb / 8.32 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 WX500 and the Olympus SH-1. Sony WX500 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 5mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Olympus SH-1.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony WX500 and Olympus SH-1.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony WX500 is 35g lighter than the Olympus SH-1 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony WX500 and Olympus SH-1's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Sony WX500 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 WX500.