Olympus SH-2 vs Sony W710

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony W710, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was manufactured 2 years later than the W710 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SH-2 grades against the W710 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 features exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony W710 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SH-2 and the W710.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and W710 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-2 and W710.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SH-2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.