Olympus SH-2 vs Sony WX220

Here is a in-depth overview of the Olympus SH-2 versus Sony WX220, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was introduced 14 months later than the WX220 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SH-2 scores versus the WX220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 comes with external 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 WX220 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SH-2 and the WX220.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and WX220 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-2 and WX220.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony WX220 to produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger SH-2 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.