Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus SH-2
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus SH-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched May 2013
- Older Model is Olympus E-PM1
(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
- Announced March 2015
- Replaced the Olympus SH-1
- Renewed by Olympus SH-3
Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus SH-2 Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus SH-2, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-PM2 (16MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and SH-2 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-PM2 was launched 21 months prior to the SH-2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the E-PM2 matches up versus the SH-2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus SH-2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 & Olympus Stylus SH-2. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery & Olympus SH-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Olympus SH-2
E-PM2 | SH-2 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Olympus E-PM2
SH-2 | E-PM2 | |||
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Announced | March 2015 | May 2013 | Fresher by 21 months |
Common features in the Olympus E-PM2 and Olympus SH-2
E-PM2 | SH-2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus SH-2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM2 enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-2 has dimensions 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 Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus SH-2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the E-PM2 and the SH-2.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM2 and SH-2 is 89 and 88 respectively.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus SH-2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM2 and SH-2.
Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The E-PM2 comes with the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field easier. The older E-PM2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Olympus SH-2 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-05-21 | 2015-03-11 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 11.5 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 gr (0.59 lbs) | 271 gr (0.60 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 932 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 380 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-5 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $448 | $399 |