Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic ZS35

Here is a in depth overview of the Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was manufactured 15 months later than the ZS35 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SH-2 scores against the ZS35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-2 has external measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SH-2 against the ZS35.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and ZS35 is 88 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-2 and ZS35.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you should really take the age of the products into consideration. The newer SH-2 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.