Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic S2

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus VH-515 versus Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VH-515 was released 8 months after the S2 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the VH-515 matches up against the S2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VH-515 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VH-515 provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S2 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VH-515 versus Panasonic S2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the VH-515 compared to the S2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the VH-515 and S2 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the VH-515 and S2.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic S2 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer VH-515 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.