Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SH-3

Following is a complete analysis of the Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SH-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was launched 7 years before the SH-3 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S6000 scores versus the SH-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Olympus Stylus SH-3. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6000 provides physical dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-3 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6000 vs Olympus SH-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S6000 versus the SH-3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and SH-3 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The pic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6000 and SH-3.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus SH-3 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged S6000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.