Sensor type1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Processor TruePic VII
Specs
Release year
2015
Megapixels
16 MP effective
Sensor
1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Processor TruePic VII
Lens
25-600 mm equivalent, 24x optical zoom, f/3-6.9
Memory card
SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory
Max memory
Up to 2TB (SDXC)
Battery
LI-92B lithium-ion battery & USB charger
Size
109 × 63 × 42 mm
Weight
Approx. 271 g (with battery and card, CIPA)
Olympus Stylus SH-2 FAQ
What battery does the Olympus Stylus SH-2 use?
Olympus Stylus SH-2 uses LI-92B lithium-ion battery & USB charger. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Olympus Stylus SH-2 take?
Olympus Stylus SH-2 uses SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Olympus Stylus SH-2 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 16 MP effective Olympus compact from 2015 with 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Processor TruePic VII. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Olympus options, compare Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Olympus Stylus SH-3.
How do you transfer photos from the Olympus Stylus SH-2?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Olympus Stylus SH-2 is worth judging as its own Olympus pocket compact body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Olympus Stylus SH-2 works best when you want small-bag snapshots, flash photos, mirror selfies, and a clean pocket-camera look rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS and 25-600 mm equivalent, F3-6.9 are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Olympus Stylus 1s, Olympus Stylus SH-1, Olympus Air A01, Olympus OM-D E-M10 II to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
