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.

The 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 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
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.

Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax K-7 Screen and ViewFinder


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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 |