Olympus SH-2 vs Sony WX50

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus SH-2 vs Sony WX50, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was introduced 3 years after the WX50 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the SH-2 scores vs the WX50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SH-2 comes with external dimensions 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 WX50 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Olympus SH-2 vs Sony WX50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SH-2 against the WX50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and WX50 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and WX50.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SH-2 provides an advantage in sensor tech.