Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic GF7
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Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic GF7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Launched March 2015
- Superseded the Olympus SH-1
- Renewed by Olympus SH-3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Launched February 2015
- Succeeded the Panasonic GF6
- Refreshed by Panasonic GF8
Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic GF7 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus SH-2 and Panasonic GF7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the SH-2 (1/2.3") and GF7 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SH-2 was released 2 months later than the GF7 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the SH-2 grades vs the GF7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic GF7 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Panasonic GF7
SH-2 | GF7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF7 over the Olympus SH-2
GF7 | SH-2 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SH-2 and Panasonic GF7
SH-2 | GF7 | |||
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Launched | March 2015 | February 2015 | Same generation | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic GF7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-2 features 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) whilst the Panasonic GF7 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SH-2 and Panasonic GF7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SH-2 vs the GF7.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and GF7 is 88 and 90 respectively.
Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic GF7 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The graphic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and GF7.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The SH-2 has the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower DOF more challenging.
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Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic GF7 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-03-11 | 2015-02-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VII | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.5fps | 5.8fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 271 gr (0.60 pounds) | 266 gr (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 230 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $399 | $308 |