Fujifilm X-S1 vs Olympus SH-2

Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and SH-2 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and SH-2 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was introduced 4 years earlier than the SH-2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-S1 scores versus the SH-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-S1 and Olympus Stylus SH-2. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery and Olympus SH-2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-S1 has outside dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") along with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) while the Olympus SH-2 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Olympus SH-2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 and the SH-2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-S1 and SH-2 is 52 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-S1 and SH-2.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-S1 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Olympus SH-2 will show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-S1 will be behind in sensor innovation.