Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic FZ60

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus SH-2 and Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was introduced 2 years after the FZ60 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SH-2 grades vs the FZ60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 has got external 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) and the Panasonic FZ60 has proportions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

See the Olympus SH-2 and Panasonic FZ60 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SH-2 vs the FZ60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and FZ60 is 88 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and FZ60.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SH-2 will have an edge in sensor tech.