Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung DV300F

Its time to look closer at the Olympus SH-2 versus Samsung DV300F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was announced 3 years later than the DV300F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SH-2 matches up versus the DV300F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 offers exterior dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

See the Olympus SH-2 versus Samsung DV300F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SH-2 compared to the DV300F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and DV300F is 88 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-2 and DV300F.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you will need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger SH-2 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.