Kodak M550 vs Olympus SH-3

Following is a thorough overview of the Kodak M550 versus Olympus SH-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and SH-3 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M550 was unveiled 7 years before the SH-3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the M550 matches up versus the SH-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Olympus Stylus SH-3. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M550 Gallery and Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M550 enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-3 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M550 versus Olympus SH-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the M550 against the SH-3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the M550 and SH-3 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M550 and SH-3.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SH-3 to show more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged M550 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.