Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic FX700

Here is a detailed overview of the Olympus SH-2 and Panasonic FX700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was introduced 4 years later than the FX700 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SH-2 grades against the FX700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 features external dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic FX700 has proportions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SH-2 and Panasonic FX700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SH-2 and the FX700.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and FX700 is 88 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and FX700.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus SH-2 to give more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SH-2 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.