Canon D20 vs Olympus SH-2

Its time to look much closer at the Canon D20 versus Olympus SH-2, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the D20 (12MP) and SH-2 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The D20 was manufactured 21 months before the SH-2 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the D20 scores against the SH-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D20 & Olympus Stylus SH-2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon D20 Gallery & Olympus SH-2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon D20 enjoys physical measurements of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus SH-2 has 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).

Take a look at the Canon D20 versus Olympus SH-2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the D20 compared to the SH-2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D20 and SH-2 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D20 and SH-2.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus SH-2 to offer greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The older D20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.