Olympus SH-2 vs Sony W370
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Olympus SH-2 vs Sony W370 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
- Introduced March 2015
- Previous Model is Olympus SH-1
- New Model is Olympus SH-3
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
Olympus SH-2 vs Sony W370 Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Olympus SH-2 and Sony W370, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SH-2 was unveiled 5 years after the W370 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the SH-2 matches up vs the W370 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SH-2 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Sony W370
SH-2 | W370 | |||
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Released | March 2015 | January 2010 | Newer by 63 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Olympus SH-2
W370 | SH-2 |
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Common features in the Olympus SH-2 and Sony W370
SH-2 | W370 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Olympus SH-2 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 provides physical dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SH-2 and Sony W370 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SH-2 and the W370.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and W370 is 88 and 94 respectively.
Olympus SH-2 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-2 and W370.
Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus SH-2 to offer you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger SH-2 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Olympus SH-2 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SH-2 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2015-03-11 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.5fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 gr (0.60 pounds) | 179 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-92B | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $399 | $230 |