Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic FH20

Below, we are reviewing the Olympus SH-2 versus Panasonic FH20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was unveiled 5 years later than the FH20 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SH-2 scores vs the FH20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The full galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 features exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH20 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Olympus SH-2 versus Panasonic FH20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SH-2 and the FH20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and FH20 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-2 and FH20.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SH-2 to offer extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer SH-2 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.