Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB210

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Olympus SH-2 and Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was unveiled 3 years later than the WB210 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SH-2 matches up versus the WB210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Samsung WB210. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SH-2 provides external measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB210 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

Check the Olympus SH-2 and Samsung WB210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SH-2 versus the WB210.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and WB210 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The visual underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-2 and WB210.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus SH-2 to give you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer SH-2 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.