Fujifilm T500 vs Olympus SH-2
Portability
95 Imaging
40 Features
35 Overall
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95 Imaging
40 Features
35 Overall
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Portability
88 Imaging
41 Features
51 Overall
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88 Imaging
41 Features
51 Overall
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Fujifilm T500 vs Olympus SH-2 Key Specs
Fujifilm T500
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 0
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Announced January 2013
Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Introduced March 2015
- Superseded the Olympus SH-1
- Newer Model is Olympus SH-3
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Below is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm T500 and Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm T500 scores against the SH-2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm T500 over the Olympus SH-2
| Fujifilm T500 | SH-2 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Fujifilm T500
| SH-2 | Fujifilm T500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | March 2015 |  | January 2013 | More recent by 26 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm T500 and Olympus SH-2
| Fujifilm T500 | SH-2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm T500 vs Olympus SH-2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm T500 provides external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-2 has specifications of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm T500 and the SH-2.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T500 and SH-2 is 95 and 88 respectively.
Fujifilm T500 vs Olympus SH-2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm T500 and SH-2.
Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of images however you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm T500 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm T500 Portrait photography details
Olympus SH-2 Portrait photography details
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
features face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
features face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (136 grams)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
max ISO too low (0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW formats
has focus by touch
lighter than competitors (271 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
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Fujifilm T500 Sports photography highlights
Olympus SH-2 Sports photography highlights
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
long zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
better than average battery power (380 CIPA)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Fujifilm T500 Travel photography features
Olympus SH-2 Travel photography features
lighter than others in class (136g)
MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
very long zoom (288mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
better than average battery power (380 CIPA)
lighter than competitors (271 grams)
has focus by touch
megapixel count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
very long reach (600mm)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Fujifilm T500 Landscape photography features
Olympus SH-2 Landscape photography features
rather wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
pretty wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
exports RAW formats
better than average battery power (380 per charge)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
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Fujifilm T500 Vlogging factors
Olympus SH-2 Vlogging factors
rather wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
lighter than others in class (136 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic jack
pretty wide (25mm)
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detection focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors (271 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external mic port
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Fujifilm T500 vs Olympus SH-2 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2015-03-11 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | TruePic VII |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
| Max aperture | - | f/3.0-6.9 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 11.5 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 136g (0.30 lb) | 271g (0.60 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 380 shots |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | LI-92B |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | - | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $0 | $399 |