Olympus SH-2 vs Sony WX10

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus SH-2 vs Sony WX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was revealed 4 years later than the WX10 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SH-2 scores vs the WX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The full galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-2 has exterior 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 WX10 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SH-2 versus the WX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and WX10 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-2 and WX10.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images although you should always factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SH-2 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.