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Olympus Stylus SH-2 Digital Camera
16 Megapixels
Ultra-Zoom: At least 10X optical zoom.
High ISO: ISO 6400 or more is available at full-resolution.
Stabilization: Compensates for tiny involuntary movements of the camera.
Continuous Drive
Full 1080p HD Video: 1920 x 1080 resolution or more but less than 4K.
Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).
Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.
Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.
Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.
Spot Metering
Accepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.
Discontinued: No longer produced by the manufacturer. May still be in stock or found used.Digital Camera Description
The Olympus Stylus SH-2 is a Compact Digital Camera with a 1/2.3" sensor. Its 16 Megapixels CMOS sensor offers an ISO 125-6400 sensitivity range which is expandable to ISO 125-6400. This makes it possible to shoot hand-held in relatively low-light. With 16 MP of resolution, sharp prints are possible up to 19" x 14" at 240 DPI.
A builtin 5-Axis Image Stabilization mechanism allows the Olympus Stylus SH-2 to compensate for camera shake.
This camera features a mechanic shutter that can expose for 1/2000 to 30s. With a fastest shutter-speed of 1/2000, fast action can easily be frozen. Night photography is possible using this digital camera due to its long exposure capability. This camera model offers Full Manual Controls.
The Olympus Stylus SH-2 features a Contrast-Detect AF system. Autofocus can continuously adjust according to subject distance. A Real-Time Autofocus Tracking System allows focus to follow a moving subject within the frame.
Although this camera offers full manual controls, it does not have any control-dials to change exposure parameters directly. This camera does not feature any seals to protect it against adverse weather, dust and moisture. Care must be taken, just like with most electronics. There is no viewfinder on the Olympus Stylus SH-2 and no provision to add one.
Imaging Sensor
Optical Zoom
Focal-Range
Continuous Drive
Shutter-Speed Range
Weight
Battery Life
Model Specifications
| Brand | Olympus | Model | Stylus SH-2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 16 Megapixels CMOS | Sensor Size | 6 x 5mm |
| Anti-Alias Filter | Yes | Sensor Aspect | 4:3 Aspect-Ratio |
| Stabilization | 5-Axis | Dust-Reduction | N / A |
| Sensitivity | ISO 125 - 6400 | Shutter-Speed | 1/2000 - 30s |
| Lens | 25 - 600mm F/3 - 6.9 / 8.7 - 20 | Mininum Focus | 3cm (w) / 40cm (t) |
| Zoom | Electronic | Manual Focus | N / A |
| Filter Diameter | Focus System | Contrast-Detect, Assist-lamp *Tracking AF-C | |
| Viewfinder Type | None | Viewfinder Size | |
| Display Attachment | Fixed | Display Size | 460K Pixels 3" LCD 100% Coverage *Touchscreen |
| Exposure Modes | P, M | Scene Modes | 17Panorama, Nightscape, Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Indoor, Self-Portrait, Sunset, Cuisine, Documents, Beach&Snow, Backlight HDR, Night, Night Portrait, Fireworks, Handheld Starlight, Live-Composite |
| Metering | Multi-Segment, Spot | Bracketing | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±2 EV, 1/3 EV | Flash Compensation | |
| White Balance | Auto, Presets, Custom | White Balance Tuning | |
| Continuous Drive | 11.5 FPS, 16 JPEG *60 FPS @ 3 MP, 60 frames. 2.5 FPS @ 16 MP, 200 JPEG images. | Self Timer | Yes *2s, 12s, 1-10 Shots @ 1-30s with 1-3s interval. |
| Command Dials | DOF Preview | No | |
| Protection | Dust Reduction | No | |
| Digital Level | Tripod Mount | Yes | |
| Remote Trigger | WiFi | Eye-Start Sensor | No |
| HDR | No | Orientation Sensor | Yes |
| Interval Timer | Yes | Multiple Exposure | No |
| Image Formats | JPEG RAW | Flash Ports | |
| Built-In Flash | Yes (GN 4), 8.3 - 3.6m (W-T) | Flash Sync | |
| Video Capture | 1920x1080 @ 60 FPS 16:9 *1080p Time-Lapse, 5h in 20s. 1280x720 @ 120 FPS and 432x324 @ 240 FPS. | Sound Input | |
| Video Format | Quicktime H.264 | WiFi | Yes |
| Memory | Secure Digital Extended Capacity, Internal Memory | GPS | No |
| Battery | Lithium-Ion | Battery Life | 380 *CIPA Standard, 50% flash use. |
| Introduced | 2015-03-11, DiscontinuedYES | Construction | Standard |
| Size | 109 x 63 x 43mm (W x H x D) | Weight | 271g |
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Olympus SH-2 Highlights
Compact digital cameraSensor-Size: 6 x 5mm
Actual size when viewed at 100 DPI
| 16 Megapixels Travel Zoom | ISO 125-6400 |
| 24X Ultra-Wide Optical Zoom | Shutter 1/2000-30s |
| 5-Axis Built-in Stabilization | Full manual controls |
| 11.5 FPS Drive, 16 Images | Custom white-balance |
| 1920x1080 @ 60 FPS Video Recording | Spot-Metering |
| 3" LCD 460K Pixels | Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Secure Digital Extended Capacity, Internal Memory |
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