FujiFilm JX350 vs Olympus SH-2

Following is a in-depth comparison of the FujiFilm JX350 versus Olympus SH-2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the JX350 (16MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JX350 was revealed 5 years before the SH-2 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the JX350 matches up vs the SH-2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JX350 and Olympus Stylus SH-2. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JX350 Gallery and Olympus SH-2 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX350 features exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Olympus SH-2 has specifications of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm JX350 versus Olympus SH-2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the JX350 versus the SH-2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the JX350 and SH-2 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the JX350 and SH-2.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged JX350 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.