Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic G6

Here, we are looking at the Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic G6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the G6 (16MP) is very similar but the SH-2 (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The SH-2 was announced 23 months after the G6 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the SH-2 scores against the G6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-2 has got exterior dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic G6 has sizing of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic G6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SH-2 and the G6.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and G6 is 88 and 74 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-2 and G6.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The SH-2 comes with the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF more difficult. The more recent SH-2 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.