Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic G1

Lets look much closer at the Olympus SH-2 versus Panasonic G1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the SH-2 (16MP) and G1 (12MP) and the SH-2 (1/2.3") and G1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The SH-2 was launched 6 years later than the G1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SH-2 grades versus the G1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. 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 G1 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SH-2 vs the G1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and G1 is 88 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-2 and G1.

Clearly, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SH-2 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Olympus SH-2 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher SH-2 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.