Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB350F
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Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Launched March 2015
- Succeeded the Olympus SH-1
- Renewed by Olympus SH-3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Launched January 2014

Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB350F Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SH-2 was introduced 15 months later than the WB350F which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SH-2 scores vs the WB350F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Samsung WB350F. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Samsung WB350F
SH-2 | WB350F | |||
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Launched | March 2015 | ![]() | January 2014 | More recent by 15 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Olympus SH-2
WB350F | SH-2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus SH-2 and Samsung WB350F
SH-2 | WB350F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-2 comes with physical 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) and the Samsung WB350F has sizing of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check the Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB350F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SH-2 against the WB350F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and WB350F is 88 and 90 respectively.

Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-2 and WB350F.
To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you have to take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher SH-2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Samsung WB350F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-03-11 | 2014-01-07 |
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 surface 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 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.5 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | - |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 271 grams (0.60 pounds) | 276 grams (0.61 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-92B | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $260 |