Olympus SH-50 vs Panasonic FH8

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus SH-50 versus Panasonic FH8, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was released 13 months later than the FH8 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SH-50 matches up against the FH8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SH-50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-50 Gallery & Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-50 has got physical 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 FH8 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SH-50 versus Panasonic FH8 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SH-50 against the FH8.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-50 and FH8 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-50 and FH8.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SH-50 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.