Olympus SH-2 vs Sony H200

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus SH-2 and Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the H200 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was introduced 2 years after the H200 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SH-2 scores versus the H200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-2 features outside measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony H200 has sizing of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SH-2 and Sony H200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SH-2 vs the H200.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and H200 is 88 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-2 and H200.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony H200 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern SH-2 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.