Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax W80

On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus SH-2 versus Pentax W80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the SH-2 (16MP) and W80 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was introduced 5 years later than the W80 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SH-2 scores against the W80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Pentax Optio W80. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SH-2 has 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) and the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SH-2 and the W80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and W80 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-2 and W80.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus SH-2 to produce more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger SH-2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.