Olympus SH-2 vs Sony W800

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony W800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the W800 (20MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was released 14 months after the W800 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SH-2 matches up versus the W800 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SH-2 has got physical measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony W800 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony W800 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SH-2 vs the W800.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and W800 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-2 and W800.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony W800 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer SH-2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.