Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic FP2

On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic FP2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was released 5 years after the FP2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SH-2 matches up versus the FP2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-2 has physical measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

See the Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic FP2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SH-2 and the FP2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and FP2 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-2 and FP2.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus SH-2 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher SH-2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.