Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SH-3
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SH-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Released August 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Superseded the Olympus SH-2
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SH-3 Overview
Below is a extended assessment of the Casio EX-ZR800 and Olympus SH-3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe EX-ZR800 was introduced 3 years before the SH-3 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-ZR800 matches up against the SH-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SH-3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Olympus Stylus SH-3. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Olympus SH-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Olympus SH-3
EX-ZR800 | SH-3 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the Casio EX-ZR800
SH-3 | EX-ZR800 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | August 2013 | More recent by 30 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Olympus SH-3
EX-ZR800 | SH-3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SH-3 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR800 provides physical dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus SH-3 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR800 and Olympus SH-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR800 against the SH-3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and SH-3 is 91 and 88 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SH-3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and SH-3.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older EX-ZR800 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SH-3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Olympus Stylus SH-3 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-08-07 | 2016-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 11.5fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 3840 x 2160 (15 fps), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lb) | 271 grams (0.60 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 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 | 470 pictures | 380 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $429 | $579 |