Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic GX8

Following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus SH-2 and Panasonic GX8, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the SH-2 (1/2.3") and GX8 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The SH-2 was revealed 4 months earlier than the GX8 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the SH-2 scores against the GX8 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-GX8. The full galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 features external dimensions 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 GX8 has proportions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") having a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Check the Olympus SH-2 and Panasonic GX8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SH-2 compared to the GX8.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and GX8 is 88 and 74 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and GX8.

To sum up, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SH-2 with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GX8 will give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.