Canon SX710 HS vs Olympus SH-3

Here is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX710 HS and Olympus SH-3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and SH-3 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was manufactured 13 months before the SH-3 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX710 HS scores against the SH-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Olympus Stylus SH-3. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon SX710 HS offers exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Olympus SH-3 has specifications of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX710 HS and Olympus SH-3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX710 HS against the SH-3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and SH-3 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and SH-3.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX710 HS to offer more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older SX710 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.