Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic FH2

Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus VH-515 and Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VH-515 was manufactured 20 months later than the FH2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the VH-515 matches up vs the FH2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-515 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-515 Gallery & Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VH-515 enjoys exterior measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FH2 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VH-515 and Panasonic FH2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the VH-515 vs the FH2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the VH-515 and FH2 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The graphic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the VH-515 and FH2.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FH2 to produce more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger VH-515 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.