Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic FH2

Lets look more in depth at the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic FH2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was released 3 years later than the FH2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SH-1 grades against the FH2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-1 provides outer dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic FH2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SH-1 vs the FH2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-1 and FH2 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-1 and FH2.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SH-1 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern SH-1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.