Olympus SH-2 vs Sony HX400V
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Olympus SH-2 vs Sony HX400V 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
- Old Model is Olympus SH-1
- New Model is Olympus SH-3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 660g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Previous Model is Sony HX300
Olympus SH-2 vs Sony HX400V Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SH-2 was manufactured 14 months after the HX400V making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SH-2 matches up versus the HX400V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SH-2 vs Sony HX400V Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Sony HX400V
SH-2 | HX400V | |||
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Revealed | March 2015 | February 2014 | Newer by 14 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX400V over the Olympus SH-2
HX400V | SH-2 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SH-2 and Sony HX400V
SH-2 | HX400V | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Olympus SH-2 vs Sony HX400V Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 has exterior dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SH-2 compared to the HX400V.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and HX400V is 88 and 62 respectively.
Olympus SH-2 vs Sony HX400V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-2 and HX400V.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to show extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher SH-2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Olympus SH-2 vs Sony HX400V Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SH-2 vs Sony HX400V Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-03-11 | 2014-02-12 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 20MP |
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 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.5 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 8.50 m (ISO Auto) |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Flash Off / Autoflash / Fill-flash / Slow Sync. / Advanced Flash / Rear Sync. / Wireless (with optional compliant flash) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271g (0.60 pounds) | 660g (1.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
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 | 300 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $399 | $448 |