Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax K-7
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Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax K-7 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
- Introduced March 2015
- Previous Model is Olympus SH-1
- Renewed by Olympus SH-3
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 2000 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 750g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced October 2009
- Successor is Pentax K-5
Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax K-7 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax K-7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is very comparable but the SH-2 (1/2.3") and K-7 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SH-2 was released 5 years later than the K-7 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SH-2 grades against the K-7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax K-7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Pentax K-7. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Pentax K-7
SH-2 | K-7 | |||
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Introduced | March 2015 | October 2009 | Fresher by 67 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-7 over the Olympus SH-2
K-7 | SH-2 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SH-2 and Pentax K-7
SH-2 | K-7 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax K-7 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 offers exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Pentax K-7 has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax K-7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SH-2 versus the K-7.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and K-7 is 88 and 60 respectively.
Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax K-7 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-2 and K-7.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SH-2 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Olympus SH-2 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern SH-2 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax K-7 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Pentax K-7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Pentax K-7 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2015-03-11 | 2009-10-02 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VII | Prime II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4672 x 3104 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 2000 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.5 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 13.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 1536 x 1024 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 gr (0.60 pounds) | 750 gr (1.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 536 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 pictures | 980 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $399 | $599 |