Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic ZS8

Here is a in depth comparison of the Olympus SH-2 vs Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was manufactured 3 years later than the ZS8 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SH-2 matches up against the ZS8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SH-2 provides exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SH-2 against the ZS8.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and ZS8 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-2 and ZS8.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SH-2 to offer more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer SH-2 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.