Olympus SH-2 vs Sony TF1

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony TF1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was unveiled 21 months after the TF1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SH-2 scores vs the TF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-2 has got physical dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony TF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SH-2 versus the TF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and TF1 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and TF1.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos although you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent SH-2 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.