Canon SX410 IS vs Olympus SH-3
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Canon SX410 IS vs Olympus SH-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-960mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Released February 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Released February 2016
- Older Model is Olympus SH-2

Canon SX410 IS vs Olympus SH-3 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX410 IS and Olympus SH-3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and SH-3 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX410 IS was unveiled 12 months earlier than the SH-3 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX410 IS matches up against the SH-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX410 IS vs Olympus SH-3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS & Olympus Stylus SH-3. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX410 IS Gallery & Olympus SH-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX410 IS over the Olympus SH-3
SX410 IS | SH-3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the Canon SX410 IS
SH-3 | SX410 IS | |||
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Released | February 2016 | ![]() | February 2015 | Fresher by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX410 IS and Olympus SH-3
SX410 IS | SH-3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon SX410 IS vs Olympus SH-3 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX410 IS provides outer dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Olympus SH-3 has specifications of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX410 IS and Olympus SH-3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX410 IS compared to the SH-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX410 IS and SH-3 is 80 and 88 respectively.

Canon SX410 IS vs Olympus SH-3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX410 IS and SH-3.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX410 IS to result in extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older SX410 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon SX410 IS vs Olympus SH-3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX410 IS vs Olympus SH-3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Olympus Stylus SH-3 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-02-06 | 2016-02-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.5 frames per second | 11.5 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 (15 fps), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325 grams (0.72 lbs) | 271 grams (0.60 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 185 photos | 380 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11LH | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $199 | $579 |