Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic FH2
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Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic FH2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Announced March 2014
- Later Model is Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic FH2 Overview
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").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 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.
Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic FH2 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the Panasonic FH2
SH-1 | FH2 | |||
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Announced | March 2014 | January 2011 | More recent by 40 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Olympus SH-1
FH2 | SH-1 |
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Common features in the Olympus SH-1 and Panasonic FH2
SH-1 | FH2 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic FH2 Physical Comparison
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.
Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic FH2 Sensor Comparison
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.
Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic FH2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SH-1 vs Panasonic FH2 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS16 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-03-31 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VII | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 grams (0.60 lb) | 121 grams (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 pictures | 270 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $349 | $149 |