Olympus SH-2 vs Olympus 6000

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus SH-2 vs Olympus 6000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SH-2 (16MP) and 6000 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was brought out 5 years after the 6000 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SH-2 grades versus the 6000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Olympus 6000 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-2 comes with physical 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 Olympus 6000 has sizing of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SH-2 vs Olympus 6000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SH-2 compared to the 6000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and 6000 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-2 and 6000.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-2 to give more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more modern SH-2 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.