Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S930
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Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S930 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
- Old Model is Olympus SH-1
- Newer Model is Olympus SH-3
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Launched January 2009

Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S930 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S930, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SH-2 (16MP) and S930 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SH-2 was launched 6 years after the S930 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SH-2 grades versus the S930 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S930 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Sony S930
SH-2 | S930 | |||
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Launched | March 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 76 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 112k | Sharper display (+348k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Olympus SH-2
S930 | SH-2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SH-2 and Sony S930
SH-2 | S930 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-2 offers outside measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S930 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SH-2 vs the S930.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and S930 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-2 and S930.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Olympus SH-2 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more recent SH-2 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-03-11 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.4" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 112 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 1/8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.5 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 grams (0.60 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-92B | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $399 | $219 |