Olympus SH-2 vs Sony A37

The following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SH-2 and Sony A37, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the A37 (16MP) is fairly similar but the SH-2 (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The SH-2 was introduced 2 years after the A37 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SH-2 grades against the A37 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Sony SLT-A37. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-2 has external dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony A37 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SH-2 against the A37.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and A37 is 88 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-2 and A37.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The SH-2 includes the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF tougher. The more recent SH-2 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.