Casio EX-FC150 vs Olympus SH-2

Here is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-FC150 versus Olympus SH-2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and SH-2 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC150 was launched 6 years prior to the SH-2 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-FC150 scores vs the SH-2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Olympus Stylus SH-2. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Olympus SH-2 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC150 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Olympus SH-2 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-FC150 versus Olympus SH-2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-FC150 and the SH-2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC150 and SH-2 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FC150 and SH-2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SH-2 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older EX-FC150 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.