Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Olympus SH-2 and Sony HX400V side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SH-2 has external dimensions of 109 x 63 x 42 mm (4.29 x 2.48 x 1.65″) and weighs 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) (including batteries). Sony HX400V has external dimensions of 130 x 93 x 103 mm (5.1 x 3.67 x 4.06″) and weighs 660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SH-2 and the Sony HX400V. Olympus SH-2 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 21mm narrower, 30mm shorter and 61mm thinner than Sony HX400V.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SH-2 and Sony HX400V.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SH-2 and Sony HX400V.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SH-2 is significantly lighter (389g ) than the Sony HX400V which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus Stylus SH-2 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SH-2 and Sony HX400V's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Sony HX400V features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Olympus SH-2 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to HX400V.