Olympus SH-2 vs Samsung WB350F

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").

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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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.