Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic LZ40

In this article, we will be analyzing the Olympus SH-2 and Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was introduced 15 months after the LZ40 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the SH-2 grades versus the LZ40 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SH-2 has got physical 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 LZ40 has specifications of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SH-2 and the LZ40.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and LZ40 is 88 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The picture below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and LZ40.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic LZ40 to produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern SH-2 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.