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Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax WG-2

Portability
88
Imaging
41
Features
51
Overall
45
Olympus Stylus SH-2 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-2 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs

Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
  • 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
  • Revealed March 2015
  • Earlier Model is Olympus SH-1
  • Renewed by Olympus SH-3
Pentax WG-2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
  • Launched February 2012
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Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus SH-2 versus Pentax WG-2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was unveiled 3 years after the WG-2 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SH-2 scores vs the WG-2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Pentax WG-2

 SH-2 WG-2 
LaunchedMarch 2015February 2012Newer by 38 months
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Olympus SH-2

 WG-2 SH-2 
Manually focus Very precise focus

Common features in the Olympus SH-2 and Pentax WG-2

 SH-2 WG-2 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurement
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you should take into account 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") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SH-2 versus Pentax WG-2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SH-2 against the WG-2.

Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax WG-2 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and WG-2 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax WG-2 top view buttons comparison

Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-2 and WG-2.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SH-2 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax WG-2 sensor size comparison

Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus SH-2
Portrait photography with Pentax WG-2
44
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
lack of manual focus
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
40
manual focus
decent MP (16MP)
comes with face detect autofocus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Olympus SH-2 Street photography info
Pentax WG-2 Street photography info
70
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports RAW formats
includes touch to focus
lighter than average (271g)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
54
environment proof
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Olympus SH-2 Sports photography features
Pentax WG-2 Sports photography features
51
excellent zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has tracking autofocus
better than average battery pack (380 CIPA)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
38
decent MP (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
environment proof
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus SH-2 Travel photography info
Pentax WG-2 Travel photography info
74
better than average battery pack (380 CIPA)
lighter than average (271 grams)
includes touch to focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
long reach (600mm)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
70
environment proof
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Olympus SH-2
Landscape photography with Pentax WG-2
55
reasonably wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
supports RAW formats
better than average battery pack (380 CIPA)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
47
manual focus
really wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
environment proof
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus SH-2 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax WG-2 as a Vlogging camera
35
reasonably wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (271 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external mic support
30
really wide (28mm)
comes with face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
lack of microphone port
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Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus SH-2 and Pentax WG-2
 Olympus Stylus SH-2Pentax Optio WG-2
General Information
Make Olympus Pentax
Model type Olympus Stylus SH-2 Pentax Optio WG-2
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Revealed 2015-03-11 2012-02-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip TruePic VII -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 125 125
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-600mm (24.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.0-6.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 11.5fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) 5.40 m
Flash options Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 271 grams (0.60 pounds) 192 grams (0.42 pounds)
Physical dimensions 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 380 pictures 260 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LI-92B D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $399 $350