Nikon P900 vs Olympus SH-2
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Nikon P900 vs Olympus SH-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-2000mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 899g - 140 x 103 x 137mm
- Revealed March 2015
- Renewed by Nikon P1000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Released March 2015
- Superseded the Olympus SH-1
- Refreshed by Olympus SH-3
Nikon P900 vs Olympus SH-2 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon P900 versus Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the P900 (16MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe P900 was introduced at a similar time to the SH-2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the P900 scores against the SH-2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P900 vs Olympus SH-2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P900 and Olympus Stylus SH-2. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P900 Gallery and Olympus SH-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P900 over the Olympus SH-2
P900 | SH-2 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Nikon P900
SH-2 | P900 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P900 and Olympus SH-2
P900 | SH-2 | |||
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Released | March 2015 | March 2015 | Same generation | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Nikon P900 vs Olympus SH-2 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P900 features external measurements of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") accompanied by a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-2 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
See the Nikon P900 versus Olympus SH-2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the P900 against the SH-2.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P900 and SH-2 is 52 and 88 respectively.
Nikon P900 vs Olympus SH-2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P900 and SH-2.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account.
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Nikon P900 vs Olympus SH-2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P900 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P900 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-03-02 | 2015-03-11 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-2000mm (83.3x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 921k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 11.5fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p) 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 899 gr (1.98 pounds) | 271 gr (0.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 140 x 103 x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") | 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 | 360 images | 380 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL23 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $600 | $399 |