Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic FH6

On this page, we are matching up the Olympus SH-50 versus Panasonic FH6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was brought out 13 months later than the FH6 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SH-50 matches up against the FH6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SH-50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-50 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-50 has got outside dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH6 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SH-50 versus Panasonic FH6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SH-50 vs the FH6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-50 and FH6 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The visual below will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-50 and FH6.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SH-50 to provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent SH-50 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.