Fujifilm S8600 vs Olympus SH-3

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm S8600 versus Olympus SH-3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was announced 3 years before the SH-3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm S8600 matches up vs the SH-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 & Olympus Stylus SH-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery & Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8600 comes with external dimensions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") along with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Olympus SH-3 has specifications of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8600 versus Olympus SH-3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 vs the SH-3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8600 and SH-3 is 76 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8600 and SH-3.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you will want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm S8600 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.