Olympus SH-2 vs Sony HX9V

Below, we are matching up the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was launched 3 years after the HX9V which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SH-2 grades against the HX9V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SH-2 has physical dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony HX9V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SH-2 versus the HX9V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and HX9V is 88 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-2 and HX9V.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SH-2 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.