Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB150F
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Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(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
- Superseded the Olympus SH-1
- Updated by Olympus SH-3
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2012

Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Olympus SH-2 versus Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SH-2 was announced 3 years later than the WB150F and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the SH-2 matches up against the WB150F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Samsung WB150F
SH-2 | WB150F | |||
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Revealed | March 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 39 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Olympus SH-2
WB150F | SH-2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus SH-2 and Samsung WB150F
SH-2 | WB150F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 has physical dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB150F has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SH-2 versus Samsung WB150F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SH-2 versus the WB150F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and WB150F is 88 and 93 respectively.

Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-2 and WB150F.
Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SH-2 to deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SH-2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Samsung WB150F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-03-11 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.5 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 grams (0.60 lbs) | 188 grams (0.41 lbs) |
Dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-92B | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $399 | $230 |