Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung SL30

Lets examine more closely at the Olympus SH-2 versus Samsung SL30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the SH-2 (16MP) and SL30 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was announced 6 years later than the SL30 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SH-2 scores versus the SL30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-2 features exterior dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Samsung SL30 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SH-2 versus Samsung SL30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SH-2 against the SL30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and SL30 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and SL30.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-2 to resolve extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent SH-2 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.