Olympus SH-2 vs Olympus TG-860

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus SH-2 vs Olympus TG-860, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the TG-860 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was announced 2 months after the TG-860 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SH-2 matches up against the TG-860 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Olympus TG-860 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SH-2 provides exterior dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Olympus TG-860 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SH-2 vs Olympus TG-860 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SH-2 versus the TG-860.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and TG-860 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The image below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and TG-860.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of files but you should consider the age of the products into consideration.