Olympus SH-2 vs Sony W730

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus SH-2 vs Sony W730, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was introduced 2 years later than the W730 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SH-2 grades versus the W730 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 offers outside dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony W730 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SH-2 compared to the W730.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and W730 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-2 and W730.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent SH-2 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.