Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S950
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Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S950 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
- Announced March 2015
- Previous Model is Olympus SH-1
- Successor is Olympus SH-3
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed February 2009

Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S950 Overview
Below is a complete comparison of the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony S950, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SH-2 (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SH-2 was announced 6 years later than the S950 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SH-2 matches up against the S950 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S950 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Sony S950
SH-2 | S950 | |||
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Revealed | March 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 74 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Olympus SH-2
S950 | SH-2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus SH-2 and Sony S950
SH-2 | S950 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 offers outside 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) while the Sony S950 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony S950 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SH-2 versus the S950.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and S950 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The photograph here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-2 and S950.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SH-2 to render extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger SH-2 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SH-2 vs Sony S950 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2015-03-11 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.5 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271g (0.60 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $399 | $130 |