Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic FZ35

Following is a detailed overview of the Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the SH-2 (16MP) and FZ35 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was manufactured 4 years after the FZ35 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SH-2 grades versus the FZ35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 offers outer dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ35 has proportions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic FZ35 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SH-2 and the FZ35.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and FZ35 is 88 and 72 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and FZ35.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SH-2 to show greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger SH-2 provides an edge in sensor technology.